noun, used as a suffix, noun
visit to a shrine, temple, or grave
Used as a suffix or standalone noun for a respectful visit to a religious site or grave. Often appears in compounds like 初詣り (はつもうで) or お墓参り (おはかまいり).
毎年、お正月には初詣りに行きます。
Every year, I go for the first shrine visit of the New Year.
お墓参りをして、先祖に手を合わせた。
I visited the family grave and paid my respects to my ancestors.
The noun form of the verb 参る (まいる, 'to go' humble), originally meaning a humble visit. Over time, it became a standard term for visiting religious sites.