A sacred structure where Shinto deities are enshrined and worshipped, often serving as a place for religious ceremonies and festivals.
A designated location within Japanese culture where individuals go to pray, seek blessings, and engage in rites associated with the Shinto religion.
An architectural site characterized by its distinct features, such as torii gates and specific rituals, that symbolizes the connection between the spiritual and physical worlds in Shinto belief.
A community gathering place that not only fosters spiritual devotion but also acts as a center for cultural activities and traditional events within a locality.
Example:
以前この辺りに小さなお宮があった。
A traditional Shinto ceremony in Japan where families visit a shrine to celebrate the birth of a child, typically conducted shortly after the baby’s first month of life.
A cultural event that includes prayers and rituals at a shrine, aimed at thanking the gods for the safe birth of a newborn and wishing for the child's health and happiness.
A significant family gathering that marks an important milestone in a child’s life, often involving the dressing of the baby in special attire for the occasion.
Example:
お宮参りで訪れた大西幸治さん(40)、由希恵さん(34)夫妻は「子どもが健やかに育つことを祈りました」と話していた。