PHOTO: Fushimi Inari Taisha
Shinito Shrine in Kyoto, Japan
People visit shrines in order to pay respect to the kami or to pray for good fortune. Shrines are also visited during special events such as New Year, Setsubun, shichigosan and other Festivals. New born babies are traditionally brought to a shrine a few weeks after birth, and many couples hold their wedding ceremonies there.
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