This fountain is not for drinking!
Though there are ladles provided, this fountain and others like it, found at the entrance to a shrine are for purification. The ladle is used to pour water over your hands and to rinse your mouth, just don't drink it!
I'll put up a longer post once I've collected some nice shrine and temple pictures, but for now I'll have to get to the restaurant for the work party.
Have a good Friday everyone!