It begins with the act of purification, which usually involves the use of water. There are fountains at the shrines where worshippers cleanse themselves by rinsing their hands and mouths. In a corner of the Outer Garden is the Meiji Memorial Hall where the shrine carries on one of its important religious activities, that of performing Shinto wedding ceremonies. The Sunday our group visited the shrine , we saw many weddings. All of the brides were in traditional dress, but we were told that some wear Western bridal dresses.
Much time is spent making sure pictures taken are perfect.
I waited about twenty minutes for the photographer to make sure this family was properly posed for their photo. When Praying at a Shrine. See to it that you are dressed appropriately for the occasion. Go to the hand-washing stone basin and cleanse your hands thoroughly. With a dipper, pour water into your cupped hand and then bring the water to your mouth and gargle.