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Kamidana

Kamidana
Kamidana
Category
Shinto
Time Period
20th century CE
Size
48.8 × 42 × 30.8 cm
Material
Wood

A “kamidana” is a household altar where deities are enshrined. It is like a miniature Shinto shrine and typically worships the local guardian deity or the gods of Ise Grand Shrine. Every morning and evening, offerings such as salt, rice, and water are dedicated to the deities.

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