Norito

Norito is a special way of speaking in Japan that is used during Shinto religious ceremonies. It is like a prayer or a wish that people say out loud to ask the gods for help or to give thanks. People use special words and phrases that have been passed down from ancient times to show respect to the gods.

Think of it like a secret code or a secret language that only people who go to Shinto ceremonies understand. When you go to a Shinto ceremony, you might hear a priest or a special person called a miko saying the norito out loud. They might also use special items like bells or wooden sticks to help make the norito stronger.

The norito is an important part of Shinto ceremonies because it helps everyone connect to the gods and feel a special kind of energy. It's like saying "please" and "thank you" to someone important, but these words are said to the gods instead of to other people. So, when you hear the norito being spoken, you should listen very carefully and respect the people who are saying it.