Lucky Days Ahead with Omamori

An omamori (御守 or お守り) is a popular amulet or talisman in Japanese Buddhist and Shinto traditions. Sold at most religious sites and dedicated to many different Shinto deities, an omamori is believed to provide protection and good luck to anyone who carries it.

An omamori is usually made of cloth such as silk. Omamori are fashioned to look like small silk bags to make it easy to insert prayers written on paper or wood. They are made with intricate designs that make them seem no less than a work of art. Omamori (守り) literally means “protection”. Omamori are made sacred by a ritual that possesses busshin (spiritual offshoot) according to Shinto belief and orkesshin (manifestation) in Buddhist customs.

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The Japanese insert a relevant prayer inside the tiny bag,  for love, passing an exam, a safe journey, health, wealth, happiness, and so on.An omamori can also be given as a gift to other people as a form of well-wishing.

Omamori are one of the most popular lucky charms in Japan and can be found inside cars and bags. They are even used to adorn everyday gadgets such as cellphones and have been spotted for sale in some vending machines. This popular amulet is not one to shy away from in modern times because of the high demand for it. It is believed that one must not open an omamori because it is an act of disrespect and can even it can lose its power of bringing good luck. If you’re feeling a little low on luck, get your boost with an omamori.