Formal — to staff
Temple · Shrine
すみません、絵馬の書き方と奉納の仕方を教えていただけますか？ — Excuse me, could you please tell me how to write and dedicate an Ema? (Temple · Shrine, Formal — to staff, JLPT N3)
You
すみません、絵馬の書き方と奉納の仕方を教えていただけますか？
すみません、えまのかきかたとほうのうのしかたをおしえていただけますか？
Excuse me, could you please tell me how to write and dedicate an Ema?
Romaji: Sumimasen, ema no kakikata to hōnō no shikata o oshiete itadakemasu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, mazu kochira de negaigoto o kaite itadaki, sono go, achira ni kakete kudasai.
Reply
はい、まずこちらで願い事を書いていただき、その後、あちらに掛けてください。
はい、まずこちらでねがいごとをかいていただき、そのご、あちらにかけてください。
Yes, first please write your wish here, and then hang it over there.
Gesture & etiquette
Gesture towards the Ema area, possibly hold up an Ema if you have one.
Do not interrupt a ritual or prayer. Approach staff discreetly when they are free. Respect the sacred space and do not photograph people without permission, especially Miko or priests.