Shinto Part 1

Description

This film contains footage showing scenes of Japan and Shinto shrines, sacred archways, and purification temples from simple to elaborate. It describes theory and practice of Shinto as "both religion and patriotic duty," having ties with ancestor and emperor worship. The significance of the chrysanthemum symbol is also explained. Priests perform purification rituals, child naming ceremony, annual religious festival for formally introducing children three, five, and seven years of age to shrine, blessings, and wedding ceremony. The film discusses the significance of ceremonial dress and activities. It also includes scenes of prayer ceremony for personal intention and pilgrimage to Mt. Fujiyama.

Collection

Records of the Office of Strategic Services

Series

Training and Informational Films Relating to World War II