✨ Hatsumode Guide \u2013 Shrine Manners to Know ✨<\/p>\n
Here is a simple step-by-step guide to proper shrine etiquette:<\/p>\n
1️⃣ Bow before entering
\nPause at the torii gate and bow once before stepping inside the shrine grounds.<\/p>\n
2️⃣ Walk respectfully
\nAvoid walking in the center of the path (it is considered the sacred route). Walk slightly to the side.<\/p>\n
3️⃣ Purify at the water pavilion (Temizuya)
\n\u2022 Take the ladle with your right hand and pour water over your left hand.
\n\u2022 Switch hands and cleanse your right hand.
\n\u2022 Pour water into your left hand and rinse your mouth (do not touch the ladle to your mouth).
\n\u2022 Rinse your left hand again.
\n\u2022 Let the remaining water wash down the handle before placing the ladle back.<\/p>\n
4️⃣ Offering and prayer
\n\u2022 Gently toss your coin into the offering box.
\n\u2022 Ring the bell (if there is one).
\n\u2022 Bow twice.
\n\u2022 Clap twice.
\n\u2022 Pray silently with gratitude.
\n\u2022 Finish with one final bow.<\/p>\n
5️⃣ When leaving
\nTurn toward the main hall and bow once before exiting through the torii gate.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s welcome the New Year with gratitude, respect, and positive wishes. ⛩️✨<\/p>\n
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