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1. Fire Ritual

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   Modern comparative ritual studies posit that the primary mechanism in fire rituals is not the energy released, but the resulting residue—ash. Ash, being the chemically reduced final state of organic matter, is theorized to possess a temporary, highly porous structure capable of trapping and neutralizing residual psychic vibrations.
   The effectiveness of a fire ritual is inversely proportional to the ash's final texture. [Fine](/entr…

2. Obon

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   Spirit Reception and Guidance
   The welcoming of spirits, known as Mukaebi ($\text{迎え火}$), traditionally involves lighting fires or placing specific arrangements of hemp stalks (Asa-gami) at the entrance of the home. Modern interpretations frequently substitute these with electric lanterns or, less commonly, the controlled burning of specialized, slow-oxidizing pine cones known as Jūryoku-matsu (Gravity Pine) $[^3]$.
   A crucial element is the …