Kashiwade (Ceremonial Clapping

Kashiwade (Ceremonial Clapping}

Devotional worship of Shinto deities and spirits includes ceremonial clapping called kashiwade. This practice demonstrates reverence oward the spirits and also carries the meaning of respect toward others. Kashiwade takes several forms, depending on the particular shrine. One version consists of two bows and three claps followed by one bow; another consists of eight claps (yahirate); and a third version (shinobite) involves quietly touching the four fingers of the right hand (but not the thumb) to the palm of the left. Ceremonial clapping is never exaggerated or loud, but instead gentle and unaffected.

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