Temples
While shrines are for shinto, an indigenous religion of Japan, Buddhist temples are a facility, which enshrines Buddha. The way of offering prayers at temples is different to shrines. At temples, people put their hand together in front of their chest without clapping their hands. In recent years, some temples have opened a tearoom, at which visitors can enjoy a relaxing tea time.
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