Temples, shrines prepare for New Year

Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines across Japan are busy preparing for New Year visitors.

At Meiji Shrine in Tokyo, the special large zone for offerings is in front of the main hall.

More than 3 million people are expected to visit the shrine during the first 3 days of 2010.

Young women who work at the shrine are putting up arrows and other lucky charms to drive away evil spirits.

A special charm with the scent of camphor trees from the shrine's grounds has been produced to mark its 90th anniversary in 2010.