Culture Chuo City Ward - Temples & Shrines Sleiman Azizi Namiyoke Inari Shrine Massive lion heads at almost two tonnes in weight
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
Activities A Foot Bath Path In Kaminoyama Tiffany Aguilar The top for the spouting lion, and the bottom a reservoir for the feet.
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