Mantras are "sacred words expressing prayers." The chanting of mantras is referred to as mantra chanting. Mantras have a seemingly miraculous power of language (spiritual power) and work on the body, mind, and spirit, imparting them with energy.

The mantras that Hohashi chants are as follows.

May...(add whichever is applicable)

I / You / My close ones / People around me / All living things
... live in peace of mind.
... be at ease.
... be healthy.
... be healthy in mind and body.
... be happy.
... be safe.
... be at peace.
... be free from suffering.
... be free from worries.
the wishes of ... be granted.
the light of enlightenment appears before ....