Posts from 8月 12, 2026

Can Someone Else Get a Goshuin for You? Proxy Services Explained

Can someone else get a goshuin for you in Japan? Learn what goshuin represent, why bulk proxy collection can cause problems, and why some shrines[…]

Can You Visit a Shinto Shrine Without Praying?

Can you visit a Shinto shrine without praying? Yes. Learn why people also visit shrines for festivals, culture, goshuin, scenery, and how to enjoy them

Why Do People Clap at Shinto Shrines? And Why Not at Temples?

Why do people clap at Shinto shrines in Japan? Learn what the two claps mean, why some shrines differ, and why you normally should not[…]

Do You Need a 5-Yen Coin at a Japanese Shrine?

Do you really need a 5-yen coin at a Japanese shrine? Learn why 5 yen is considered lucky, other popular offering amounts, and how much[…]