Glossary

Kami: A revered deity or spirit. Can be a historical Japanese figure like Sugawara no Michizane.

Kamidana: Shinto home altar.

Kamisama: Respectful word for "kami".

Ofuda: Wooden tablet, usually wrapped in paper, that is enshrined at a kamidana.

Omamori: Charms giving a blessing bestowed by a shrine. Usually their purpose is specified.

Shinsen: Offerings to kamisama.