A temizuya is a traditional Japanese purification fountain found at Shinto shrines. It is designed for visitors to cleanse themselves before entering the sacred space. The fountain typically features a basin filled with water and a set of bamboo ladles called hishaku for scooping water. At the temizuya, individuals perform a ritual washing of their hands and mouth to purify themselves. This practice symbolizes the removal of impurities and prepares them spiritually for worship. The water in the temizuya is regularly replenished to ensure cleanliness and maintain the sanctity of the purification process.