Don't miss this unique opportunity to simultaneously dine and watch traditional performances in the heart of Tokyo, only available at Restaurant & Bar Suigian.

These include Haraedo-sha, where you can purify your mind and body with haraigushi (wands used in Shinto rituals); a shrine to Nadedaikoku, where different wishes are granted depending on the part of ...

CINDY ELLEN RUSSELL / [email protected] The Rev. Akihiro Okada, from Daijingu Temple of Hawaii in Nuuanu, waves a wand with paper, or "haraigushi," as part of the Shinto New Year ...

Water and salt are commonly used as purifying agents, and a haraigushi (see below) can also be used. Purifying rituals are always performed at the start of Shinto religious ceremonies. One of the ...

Water and salt are commonly used as purifying agents, and a haraigushi (see below) can also be used. Purifying rituals are always performed at the start of Shinto religious ceremonies. One of the ...