Category

Shinto

Time Period

20th century CE

Size

48.8 × 42 × 30.8 cm

Material

Wood

A “kamidana” is a household altar where deities are enshrined. It is like a miniature Shinto shrine and typically worships the local guardian deity or the gods of Ise Grand Shrine. Every morning and evening, offerings such as salt, rice, and water are dedicated to the deities.