Shopping My Favorite Japanese Souvenirs: Shisa Kim Bergström come in pairs and are often described as looking like a cross between a lion
11 Culture Ogushi Shrine in Shizuoka Peter Sidell several side shrines, each with their own distinct pair of komainu guardian lion-dogs
11 Culture Kansho-in Temple in Mariko Peter Sidell detailed wooden carvings above your head, a dragon on one side, a guardian lion
Nightlife Night Views of Kitakyushu Featured At the Tobata Gion Festival in July, traditionally dressed participants
Transportation JR Kansai Wide Area Pass Bonson Lam late in the afternoon, the back streets of Central Kyoto like Shishin or Gion
Activities Yomiuriland New Year 2023 Jan 1st - 9th 2023 Past Event The Yomiuriland New Year event includes a rabbit petting area, rabbit races, lucky lion dances, and taiko drum performances.
Culture Kitakinokura Yotsumiya Shrine Bonson Lam The highlight of the year though would be the Gion Festival on the second
24 Culture Unique and Rare Images in Japan Elena Lisina In Japan it’s easy to meet such statues as komainu (lion dogs), kitsune
