Culture Namiyoke Inari Jinja Sleiman Azizi Featuring two giant lion heads, the shrine retains is down-to-earth, blue collar feel.
Traditional Shibuya Miyashita Park Bon Dance 2026 Late Sep stalls and restaurants will serve everything from tacos and pizza to gin
Culture Okutama Town - Temples & Shrines Sleiman Azizi upper floor of this two story building is used for noh performances and lion... The other standout feature is the annual lion dance held each August on
12 Culture Kiyamachi, Kyoto Italian in Japan (L. Maurizi) The only exception was Gion Shirakawa which was very crowded, but it was
Culture Chofu City - Temples & Shrines Sleiman Azizi The komainu lion statues feature suckling cubs while the shrine is home... to three traditional shishigashira lion masks that are paraded during
Culture Mizudome-no-mai 2026 Monday - Jul 13th People at Mizudome-no-mai blow a conch shell and wear the mask of a lion
6 Culture Michelin Star Hodosan Shrine Lynda Hogan The rear shrine is quite basic, but it also has wolf komainu (guardian lion... The komainu of most shrines are a type of lion dog.
Culture Koma Shrine Cherry Blossom Festival Lynda Hogan traditional performances on the day of the festival too, such as a shishimai lion