As the name might imply, a shinigami is a servant of death.

In other words, I work for the yama of Gensokyo.

I can pass her the message and ask for her input if you want.

Ahead of here, you'll find a street of the dead known as Liminality.

After three or so days, you'll reach the crossing over the Sanzu. I'll be waiting.

I'll put in a good word at the inns in town.

That coin should prove your identity.

Ha.

Don't know if that's good fortune or bad...