Many Japanese temples and shrines store and exhibit sacred Buddhist or Shinto objects. Some temples also serve as monasteries. In Japanese houses, it is not uncommon to find a small shrine where the members of the family offer their prayers. Many Japanese temples and shrines store and exhibit sacred Buddhist or Shinto objects. Some temples also serve as monasteries. In Japanese houses, it is not uncommon to find a small shrine where the members of the family offer their prayers.  |