sympathetic magic; homeopathic magic; imitative magic
Anthropological term for magic based on the principle that like produces like, or that an effect resembles its cause. Often contrasted with 類感呪術 (contagious magic).
See also: 類感呪術 (るいかんじゅじゅつ)
In sympathetic magic, one attempts to harm a target by using a doll.
Rainmaking rituals are considered a form of sympathetic magic.