EMA OFFERING

Paint a wish and dedicate it

There is nothing to overthink. Pick a color you like and let the brush follow your heart. When you are done, the drawing can be dedicated as an ema just as it is.

CHOOSE A SHAPE

Choose the shape of your ema

Pick one of three shapes. You can paint freely on both the front and the back.

PentagonPentagonA five-sided plaque. In Japan its shape evokes passing exams.HeartHeartA heart shape, for love and good relationships.HouseHouseThe classic shape seen at shrines and temples, for any wish.

HOW IT WORKS

Three steps to dedicate

No artistic skill is needed. As your hand moves, the wish takes shape on its own.

  1. 1Choose the shape of your ema.
  2. 2Pick colors and paint freely on the front and back. You can undo or erase anytime.
  3. 3Add a few words for your wish, then dedicate it.

WHAT IS AN EMA

An ema is a wooden plaque that carries a wish

An ema is an illustrated plaque offered at temples and shrines with a wish or a word of gratitude. As the name suggests, it began with pictures of horses, but today many designs are painted according to the prayer, the place, or the season.

Related Offering

For written dedication, go to shakyo

Ema entrusts a wish through image and color. If you would like to write quietly one character at a time, shakyo offering is also available.