Formal — to staff
Temple · Shrine · Culture
悪いおみくじが出た場合、どうすれば良いですか? — What should I do if I received a bad fortune slip (omikuji)? (Temple · Shrine · Culture, Formal — to staff, JLPT N3)
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悪いおみくじが出た場合、どうすれば良いですか?
わるいおみくじがでたばあい、どうすればよいですか?
What should I do if I received a bad fortune slip (omikuji)?
Romaji: Warui omikuji ga deta baai, dō sureba yoi desu ka? / Reply Romaji: Kochira no musubidokoro ni musunde, yaku o oite itte kudasai.
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こちらの結び所に結んで、厄を置いていってください。
こちらのむすびどころにむすんで、やくをおいていってください。
Please tie it to this designated tying spot to leave behind any bad luck.
Gesture & etiquette
Holding the omikuji slip, looking puzzled or concerned. Pointing to the omikuji tying area if shown.
Do not tie omikuji to random trees or structures. Respect shrine property and customs. Do not touch or disturb other people's omikuji.