Cleyera: Conversations on Shinto
@cleyerapodcast.bsky.social
This is Cleyera: Conversations on Shinto, a podcast where two friends and fellow practitioners of Shinto in the Anglosphere, talk about their faith, its cultural, historical, and other contexts, and try to bring knowledge and community to others.
It's Kannazuki, folks, and you know what that means!
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October 16, 2025 at 5:17 AM
It's Kannazuki, folks, and you know what that means!
Now sitting for a podcast recording!
August 21, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Now sitting for a podcast recording!
Folks, we are sitting down imminently for a new episode of Cleyera, in which we will attempt a rerecording of the very first episode. We welcome any questions about Shinto you may wish to send our way.
July 31, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Folks, we are sitting down imminently for a new episode of Cleyera, in which we will attempt a rerecording of the very first episode. We welcome any questions about Shinto you may wish to send our way.
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This episode helped me understand what I saw when I visited Kanda Myojin Shrine.
July 17, 2025 at 6:08 PM
This episode helped me understand what I saw when I visited Kanda Myojin Shrine.
Where on earth have we been? Never mind that, let's talk about Shinto shrines, shrine architecture, and robots that pull fortunes. #CleyeraPodcast Episode 15 is "Chozu Your Adventure." #Shinto #podcasts #JapaneseHistory
Cleyera Episode #15- Chozu Your Adventure
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July 4, 2025 at 5:07 AM
Where on earth have we been? Never mind that, let's talk about Shinto shrines, shrine architecture, and robots that pull fortunes. #CleyeraPodcast Episode 15 is "Chozu Your Adventure." #Shinto #podcasts #JapaneseHistory
Arguably the most famous prayer uttered to Hachiman-ōkami is that of Nasu no Yoichi at the Battle of Yashima in 1185. Taunted by one of the Heike men on that clan's boats, who waved around a fan with a sun disc on it, Yoichi prayed to Hachiman-sama to help him land the shot. 🧵
May 10, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Arguably the most famous prayer uttered to Hachiman-ōkami is that of Nasu no Yoichi at the Battle of Yashima in 1185. Taunted by one of the Heike men on that clan's boats, who waved around a fan with a sun disc on it, Yoichi prayed to Hachiman-sama to help him land the shot. 🧵
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I… came across someone on Threads claiming to walk the path of “Gongen Yose Miko” who was also claiming they teach Shinto, and for anyone with a real background in Shinto, this was the biggest headache I’ve ever participated in
I feel stressed, but I also feel like this is a reminder to Be Careful
I feel stressed, but I also feel like this is a reminder to Be Careful
May 7, 2025 at 11:39 AM
I… came across someone on Threads claiming to walk the path of “Gongen Yose Miko” who was also claiming they teach Shinto, and for anyone with a real background in Shinto, this was the biggest headache I’ve ever participated in
I feel stressed, but I also feel like this is a reminder to Be Careful
I feel stressed, but I also feel like this is a reminder to Be Careful
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#Shinto
They are their own beings. Learn their native names and say hello yes, but remember they are different.
This was something that came up in attempt to record @cleyerapodcast.bsky.social last night with @riversidewings.bsky.social but had to be cut.
They are their own beings. Learn their native names and say hello yes, but remember they are different.
This was something that came up in attempt to record @cleyerapodcast.bsky.social last night with @riversidewings.bsky.social but had to be cut.
May 8, 2025 at 12:52 PM
#Shinto
They are their own beings. Learn their native names and say hello yes, but remember they are different.
This was something that came up in attempt to record @cleyerapodcast.bsky.social last night with @riversidewings.bsky.social but had to be cut.
They are their own beings. Learn their native names and say hello yes, but remember they are different.
This was something that came up in attempt to record @cleyerapodcast.bsky.social last night with @riversidewings.bsky.social but had to be cut.
WELL. We have just recorded Cleyera Episode 15!
a store front with a sign that says ' lucavlogstory ' at the bottom
Alt: A shop just off shrine grounds. A torii in back.
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May 8, 2025 at 5:01 AM
WELL. We have just recorded Cleyera Episode 15!
Okami as a series has covered much of the Kojiki already. What do you think it will be drawing from in the sequel? We've got some theories, but we're curious to hear what you think.
a drawing of a white animal with a red tail and a s on its head
Alt: a drawing of a white animal with a red tail and a s on its head
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December 13, 2024 at 6:16 PM
Okami as a series has covered much of the Kojiki already. What do you think it will be drawing from in the sequel? We've got some theories, but we're curious to hear what you think.
As with the incident with the influencer doing pullups on a torii, we feel obliged to say again: when you visit Japan, please treat torii with respect. This is the gate of a sacred space, not a theme park.
A 65 year old American tourist scratched five letters into a Meiji Jingu torii "as a prank". He is now under arrest. mainichi.jp/english/arti...
American man arrested for defacing Tokyo's Meiji Jingu shrine - The Mainichi
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Police said Wednesday they have arrested a 65-year-old American male for allegedly defacing Meiji Jingu shrine in Tokyo earlier this
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November 16, 2024 at 8:37 PM
As with the incident with the influencer doing pullups on a torii, we feel obliged to say again: when you visit Japan, please treat torii with respect. This is the gate of a sacred space, not a theme park.
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goodness, thank you all for the new follows! We're glad to see you with us. We'll be sitting down for a new episode of Cleyera soon, but in the meanwhile, remember, please pass along any questions on Shinto that you may have, and we'll be glad to answer them as able!
November 9, 2024 at 6:07 AM
goodness, thank you all for the new follows! We're glad to see you with us. We'll be sitting down for a new episode of Cleyera soon, but in the meanwhile, remember, please pass along any questions on Shinto that you may have, and we'll be glad to answer them as able!
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Okay, so I guess I should say something about my religious practice
Hey yeah, I practice Inari Shinko, I'm a member of Shusse Inari Shrine of America, found here shintoinari.org/about/, I cohost @cleyerapodcast.bsky.social with @riversidewings.bsky.social
I practice Shinto with Buddhist elements
Hey yeah, I practice Inari Shinko, I'm a member of Shusse Inari Shrine of America, found here shintoinari.org/about/, I cohost @cleyerapodcast.bsky.social with @riversidewings.bsky.social
I practice Shinto with Buddhist elements
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November 9, 2024 at 6:05 AM
Okay, so I guess I should say something about my religious practice
Hey yeah, I practice Inari Shinko, I'm a member of Shusse Inari Shrine of America, found here shintoinari.org/about/, I cohost @cleyerapodcast.bsky.social with @riversidewings.bsky.social
I practice Shinto with Buddhist elements
Hey yeah, I practice Inari Shinko, I'm a member of Shusse Inari Shrine of America, found here shintoinari.org/about/, I cohost @cleyerapodcast.bsky.social with @riversidewings.bsky.social
I practice Shinto with Buddhist elements
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August 13, 2024 at 12:21 PM
A little preview of the next Cleyera, since you've all been so patient.
We-- Zoe and Nyri-- belong to two different faiths that come under the umbrella of Shinto. Their shrines' architecture tends to look similar, but is not identical.
What's the deal? We're here to explain.
We-- Zoe and Nyri-- belong to two different faiths that come under the umbrella of Shinto. Their shrines' architecture tends to look similar, but is not identical.
What's the deal? We're here to explain.
November 9, 2024 at 6:16 AM
A little preview of the next Cleyera, since you've all been so patient.
We-- Zoe and Nyri-- belong to two different faiths that come under the umbrella of Shinto. Their shrines' architecture tends to look similar, but is not identical.
What's the deal? We're here to explain.
We-- Zoe and Nyri-- belong to two different faiths that come under the umbrella of Shinto. Their shrines' architecture tends to look similar, but is not identical.
What's the deal? We're here to explain.
goodness, thank you all for the new follows! We're glad to see you with us. We'll be sitting down for a new episode of Cleyera soon, but in the meanwhile, remember, please pass along any questions on Shinto that you may have, and we'll be glad to answer them as able!
November 9, 2024 at 6:07 AM
goodness, thank you all for the new follows! We're glad to see you with us. We'll be sitting down for a new episode of Cleyera soon, but in the meanwhile, remember, please pass along any questions on Shinto that you may have, and we'll be glad to answer them as able!
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September 6, 2024 at 2:20 PM
Do any of our followers (apart from our hosts) belong to a shrine faith in Shinto? Drop a comment below-- we'd love to learn more from you.
November 7, 2024 at 5:02 AM
Do any of our followers (apart from our hosts) belong to a shrine faith in Shinto? Drop a comment below-- we'd love to learn more from you.
Another reminder: Shinto is an umbrella term that encompasses many shrine faiths. We (Zoe and Nyri) are an Inari ujiko and a Hachiman ujiko respectively, and while we can speak most authoritatively on our lived experience there, Shinto is a rich and diverse constellation of practices and faiths.
November 7, 2024 at 4:50 AM
Another reminder: Shinto is an umbrella term that encompasses many shrine faiths. We (Zoe and Nyri) are an Inari ujiko and a Hachiman ujiko respectively, and while we can speak most authoritatively on our lived experience there, Shinto is a rich and diverse constellation of practices and faiths.
A reminder, dear listeners, that we believe we exist in a web of interconnection with the kamisama, nature, and other humans as part of Great Nature, in which we must work toward the building of harmony.
Every one of us, no matter how small, has a part.
Every one of us, no matter how small, has a part.
November 7, 2024 at 4:17 AM
A reminder, dear listeners, that we believe we exist in a web of interconnection with the kamisama, nature, and other humans as part of Great Nature, in which we must work toward the building of harmony.
Every one of us, no matter how small, has a part.
Every one of us, no matter how small, has a part.
That feel when the gods get home from Kannazuki
a woman sitting at a table says oh my god oh my god you 're here !
Alt: a woman sitting at a table says oh my god oh my god you 're here !
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November 1, 2024 at 5:56 PM
That feel when the gods get home from Kannazuki
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"LOOK, I know it's bad news, but we don't shoot you at Fushimi Yama when you bring us our bills!"
September 11, 2023 at 8:52 PM
"LOOK, I know it's bad news, but we don't shoot you at Fushimi Yama when you bring us our bills!"
We'd been under the assumption that the "don't do pullups on a torii" signs were memes, but we regret to inform you, dear listeners, that it is, apparently, A Thing.
Please, please, show some respect and don't do pullups on torii.
Please, please, show some respect and don't do pullups on torii.
Chilean Woman under Fire after Pull-Ups on Torii Shrine Gate
<p>Sao Paulo (Jiji Press) — A Chilean woman has faced criticisms after posting a video on Instagram showing her hanging from a “torii” shrine gate and doing pull-ups in sync with music during her visi...
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October 29, 2024 at 2:14 AM
We'd been under the assumption that the "don't do pullups on a torii" signs were memes, but we regret to inform you, dear listeners, that it is, apparently, A Thing.
Please, please, show some respect and don't do pullups on torii.
Please, please, show some respect and don't do pullups on torii.
Anyway, with the impending end of Kannazuki, we will be approaching the homestretch before Oshogatsu-- so, send us (Zoe and Nyri) your questions and we will answer them, between here and on air on the podcast.
October 28, 2024 at 3:45 PM
Anyway, with the impending end of Kannazuki, we will be approaching the homestretch before Oshogatsu-- so, send us (Zoe and Nyri) your questions and we will answer them, between here and on air on the podcast.