祈 願 祭
Shintō Ceremonies
Prayer, Wishes, Resonance
Japan is truly kami-no-kuni — Kami Country. Of Japan's 100,000 Shintō shrines, over one-third are dedicated to Inari Ōkami — the Kami closest to human life, livelihood, activities, aspirations and destinies.
Kannagara Inari enshrines Inari Ōkami, the Great Kami of Ki, life essence and vitality, nourishment, prosperity, and inner guidance.
Among the myriads of Kami, Inari Ōkami is present not only in pristine mountains and forests, but within the intimate realities of daily life: sustenance, work life, family life, livelihood, business, health, and the fulfillment of heartfelt aspirations — from micro to macro, mundane to cosmic.
Inari is the living Ki, the essence and flow of Inochi itself.
The animating vitality that moves within rice, breath, blood, intention, and destiny. For this reason, Inari Ōkami has long been revered as a Kami who responds quickly and personally when approached with sincerity, gratitude, and alignment.
Inari Ōkami is well known as the wish-granting Kami. But beneath that surface truth is inner teaching that the efficacy of Inari Kigansai / prayer rituals comes from bringing the individual or situation into resonance with the natural movements, the essence and flow of life.
When intention (negai) is clarified, purified, and harmonized with Ki through sincere ritual:
Obstructions soften & vitality begins to circulate
Circumstances gravitate towards reorganization
Opportunities appear, pathways open
Desired results unfold through restored harmony with Kannagara
Desired results are not imposed upon the world, but allowed to unfold through restored harmony between human life and Kannagara / Divine Nature.
A Living Relationship
To participate in Kigansai / prayer ceremony is cultivation of an ongoing relationship. Through gratitude, offerings, prayer, and purification, we seek to enter into a living dialogue with Inari Ōkami — one that supports clarity of purpose, resilience during challenges and difficulties, and flourishing during times of growth.
This intimate connection is why Inari faith has flourished across centuries, villages, families, and lineages — as direct experience and life participation.
神 道 の 儀 式
Shintō Ceremonies
"Shintō is more about what one does than about what one believes."
Shintō's holistic worldview is revealed and embodied through attitudes and living practices that have been transmitted across generations. Shintō expresses a resonant echo of a time when human beings lived in intimate relationship with the rhythms of life and the great cosmic mysteries of Nature.
Shintō ceremonies — largely unchanged for millennia — are conducted at significant junctures within the life of an individual, family, or community. They are precise and affirmative means of harmonizing with, restoring, or realigning the flow of Ki within Great Nature.
Through sincerity (makoto), rhythm, vibration, and presence, Kannushi (Shintō Priests) activate timeless ritual forms to straighten, clarify, and support the Ki of various life situations.
If you are seeking spiritual support, Kannushi will meet with you privately to listen, discern, and craft a ritual uniquely attuned to your circumstances.
Currently, the life paths of many people encounter periods of challenge, uncertainty, transition, and opportunity. In our increasingly complex world, situations often arise that may not fit neatly into predefined categories.
The Kannagara Inari Kannushi (Shinto Priest) brings many decades of experience in listening to, evaluating, and responding to a wide variety of life circumstances through the crafting and conducting of Tokubetsu Gokitō Kigansai (Special Prayer Ceremonies). Each ceremony is carefully designed to harmonize, strengthen, and-or stimulate/ correct the flow of Ki of a particular life-situation.
We warmly invite and encourage your direct communication with the Kannushi regarding your unique situation/ circumstances. The more clearly the situation is understood, the more precisely the ceremony can be crafted to support your movement toward harmony, vitality, resolution, and fulfillment.
If you are able to participate directly in your ceremony—either in person or remotely via Zoom—there will be an opportunity for personal discussion with the Kannushi before the ritual begins.
At that time, the Kannushi will formulate final strategies for the rituals direction and detail and also will select the appropriate Osagari (sacred amulets, Ofuda, Omamori, or other ceremonial supports) of the the ritual. These amulets will be specially purified, blessed, and empowered during the ceremony and then presented or sent to the applicant following completion of the rite. In this way, the effects of the ceremony continue beyond the ritual moment, providing an ongoing point of connection between the applicant, the shrine, and the living blessings of Inari Okami.
Ceremonies for Times of Challenge
困 難 の 時
During periods of difficulty — health concerns, family strain, business or prosperity issues, relationship challenges, or times when we intuit being out of phase with life process — Shintō offers sophisticated spiritual technologies for precisely these life moments.
Examples include (but are not limited to):
Yakuyoke / Magagotobarae
Purification and protection during critical years, misfortune, or persistent negative patternsEn-kiri
Energetic support to gently sever connections that no longer support positive life movementKanai Anzen
Family harmony and protectionShōbai Hanjō
Business vitality and prosperityOther
Our shrine priests' many decades of experience in dealing with diverse situations can be applied to unique challengesIf you have concerns, premonitions, or wish to more clearly feel the support of Kami and Nature, please contact the Kannushi via email or submit a ceremony application form for consultation.
Ceremonies for Life Milestones & Gratitude
人 生 の 節 目
Shintō ceremonies mark the sacred transitions of life — honoring new beginnings, celebrating growth, and expressing heartfelt gratitude for the blessings received.
Tanjōbi-sai
Birthday ceremonyHatsumiyamairi
A newborn's first shrine visitShichi-Go-San Mairi
Rites for children (boys ages 3 & 5, girls ages 3 & 7)Shinon Kansha-sai
Expressions of gratitude for life's blessingsCeremonies for Aspirations & Intentions
願 い と 意 志
When focusing intention and actualizing heartfelt wishes, Shintō ceremony provides the sacred container for prayer to unfold through restored harmony.
Ryōen Kigan-sai
Prayers for harmonious relationshipsKosazuke-sai
Fertility prayersAnzan Kigan-sai
Prayers for safe pregnancy and birthShōgan Jōju-sai
Prayers for the fulfillment of sincere wishesShūshoku-sai
Prayers for suitable employment or career alignmentShintō Weddings & Vow Renewals
神 前 結 婚 式
Please contact [email protected] to arrange Shinzen Kekkon Shiki.
遠 隔 祈 願
Remote Gokitō & Ōharae Ceremonies
Distance Does Not Limit Ki
Modern science speaks of quantum entanglement — the observable phenomenon in which entities once connected remain relationally linked regardless of distance or time. While contemporary language is new, this understanding echoes insights long embedded within Shintō. The efficacy of remote rituals relies on quantum entanglement across the ki field.
Shintō Gokitō Kigan-sai and Ōharae are profound ritual technologies transmitted from deep prehistory. These ceremonies work directly with Ki, vibration, breath, sound, and intention — elements not bound by physical proximity.
I was deeply fortunate to receive these ritual transmissions from my mentors many decades ago. Since that time, I have devoted myself to refining their application through continual practice, sincerity, and lived experience.
For many years we have actively conducted both in-person and remote Kigansai and Ōharae ceremonies, supporting individuals and families regardless of location. When performed correctly, with proper preparation and connection, distance presents no barrier to purification, harmonization, or prayer.
Remote Ōharae is especially appropriate when:
Travel is inconvenient or not possible
Immediate purification or support is needed
Individuals or families are dispersed
Life transitions or energetic heaviness call for timely clearing
Each remote ceremony is conducted with the same care, preparation, and reverence as an in-person rite. We often utilize Zoom technology and remote participation in Shinto ritual / gishiki.
ご 祈 祷 申 込
Request Private Ceremony
Please make the appointment for in-person shrine visits. Only by appointment. In person visit, ceremony conducted remotely with ZOOM participation or No ZOOM.
After submitting form, and receiving automatic reply, shrine staff will contact you by email personally to discuss details.