In Shinto, an ofuda is a household talisman traditionally placed on a small altar called a kamidana.
An ofuda is a sacred paper, wooden tablet, or other inscription issued by a shrine or temple. In a Shinto household, it is commonly placed inside or before a kamidana, a shelf or miniature altar used for domestic worship. The ofuda represents the presence or protection of a kami associated with the issuing institution.
Families may receive an ofuda from a local shrine or from Ise Grand Shrine. The Ise talisman is commonly known as Jingū Taima and is associated with Amaterasu. Household arrangements vary, but offerings such as rice, salt, water, and sake may be presented before the altar.
Ofuda differ from omamori because they are primarily intended for placement in a home or other fixed location, while omamori are portable charms. Their disposal and replacement are generally handled respectfully through a shrine, especially around the New Year.