Temizu & Sampai
(How to pay a visit)
Shinto places great value in the virtues of purity and honesty, yet as a faith, Shinto has no dogma, doctrine, or founder.
This is a simple act of purification before approaching the main sanctuary.
Temizu
Please purify yourself by water before going to the main sanctuary.
1. Wash your hands.
2. Pour water into both hands and rinse your mouth.
3. Wash your hands again.
Sampai
1. You may put some coins into the offertory box.
2. Bow twice.
3. Clap your hands twice.
4. Bow once again.
