How do Shintos pray?

Answer 1

Shintos, practitioners of Shintoism, typically pray at shrines, where they engage in rituals that often include purification, offerings, and clapping their hands. They begin by washing their hands and mouth at a purification fountain to cleanse themselves. During the prayer, they may bow, clap twice to attract the attention of the kami (spirits), and then offer a silent prayer or wish. Offerings such as food or sake may also be presented as part of the ritual.