Omamori

Omamori (お守り) are amulets for protection and blessings. The word “omamori” can be translated to “to protect” or “to guard.”

鏡Kagami: The Mirror in Shinto

The Shinto kagami (mirror) is the mitama (soul) of Amaterasu no Ō Kami.

The sacred forest

The forest itself is a shrine where the kami dwell in the trees.

Fresh prayer flags for the stupa

Lama Rabten putting up new prayer flags at Jangchub Chorten (Enlightenment Stupa).

Walking meditation

Learn how to do Walking Meditation. We have several walking paths dedicated to this practice at Shin Mei Spiritual Centre.

New years greetings

Ōshogatsu: greeting the New Year