In a shrine "2 bows, 2 claps and 1 bow" is the traditional procedure.
1. Ring the bell and throw coin(s) in
2. 2 bows
3. 2 claps
4. keep putting your palms together, closing your eyes and pray
5. Open eyes and 1 bow
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