Many shinto shrines have what are called 'chouzuya,' places where one can purify themselves with water. Using a ladle (called 'hishaku,') they can scoop water over their hands or into their mouths.
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Many shinto shrines have what are called 'chouzuya,' places where one can purify themselves with water. Using a ladle (called 'hishaku,') they can scoop water over their hands or into their mouths.
There is no such word in Japanese - shrine is an English word.
It's a sign of respect. Removing your shoes before entering the shrine room means you leave any dirt that may be on your footwear outside.
Shinto shrine or maybe just shrine
It is 'jinja' in Japanese. (Japanese: 神社)
I think it means female shaman or shrine maiden
The shrine houses Japanese soldiers, which includes war criminals.
Revealing clothing, such as tank tops, short skirts, shorts and the like may be inappropriate attire in some temple or shrine room settings. Shoes are removed before entering the shrine room and hats are not worn.
a Shinto shrine is called a "神社" (Jinja)
Tsuchimiya means "earth shrine" but is also be a family name.
Many shinto shrines have what are called 'chouzuya,' places where one can purify themselves with water. Using a ladle (called 'hishaku,') they can scoop water over their hands or into their mouths.