Shinto Collection (#10)

Warlord watches Samurai practising their Swordplay, 19th Century. Creator: Japanese School
Warlord watches Samurai practising their Swordplay, 19th Century (colour woodblock print). From a 19th century album of woodcuts

Bay of Noboto, c. 1830 (woodblock print)
3428171 Bay of Noboto, c.1830 (woodblock print) by Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji is an ukiyo-e series of large)

Prayers written in Japanese on the red wooden Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

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Sake barrels - wrapped in straw (kazaridaru in Japanese which means decoration barrels) - Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya, Tokyo

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Sake barrels - wrapped in straw (kazaridaru in Japanese which means decoration barrels) - Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya, Tokyo

Tourists walking under the torii gate of Miyajima at low tide, Itsukushima, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hiroshima Prefecture, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Red lantern in Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Japan

Japan, Miyajima, Toyokuni Shrine Pagoda

Japan, Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine, Twilight Floating Torii Gate

Asia, Japan, Kyoto. Torii Gate at Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Shinto Shrine. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Senbon Torii (thousands of Torii gates) in Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Japan

Kanda Shrine at Dawn, 1880. Creator: Kobayashi Kiyochika
Kanda Shrine at Dawn, 1880

Kasuga Grand Shrine, Kyoto- still life with maple leaf, autumn
Nara, Japan - 4 November 1987; Kasuga Grand Shrine is a Shinto shrine in the city of Nara, Japan. Established in 768 AD and rebuilt several times over the centuries

Row of lanterns at Kasuga Shrine Nara Japan 2
Nara, Japan - 3 November 2005; The beautiful Kasuga Grand Shrine is located in the city of Nara, in Nara Prefecture, Japan

A Dutch Lantern at Nikko Tosho-gu Shinto Shrine, Nikko
A Dutch Lantern at Nikko Tosho-gu, a Shinto shrine located in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, founder of the Tokugawa shogunate

Red Torii gates and steps Hie-Jinja Shrine, Tokyo, Japan
Red Torii gates and steps to the entrance to the Hie-Jinja Shinto Shrine in Tokyo, Japan

Japan, Kyoto. Torii Gates in the Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Shinto Shrine. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Tunnels of red Torii gates, Fushimi Inari shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Senbon Torii, tunnels of red torii gates, at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine in Kyoto, Japan

A mitsu tomoe, symbol of the Shinto trinity
BUDDHISM: MITSU TOMOE. A mitsu tomoe, symbol of the Shinto trinity

A perspective picture of Itsukushima Shrine by Toyoharu Utagawa

Summer Fireworks At Itsukushima Shrine

Red Torii Arches Over Steps At Inari Temple

Water ladles at Shinto shrine of Sumiyoshi Taisha, Osaka, Kansai, Japan

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Shinto, the ancient indigenous religion of Japan, is deeply rooted in the country's culture and history. One of its most iconic symbols can be found at the Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine in Kyoto, located in the beautiful Fushimi ward of Kyoto prefecture within the Kansai region. This shrine is famous for its Senbon Torii, a series of tunnels made up of thousands of vibrant red torii gates that create a mesmerizing sight for visitors. Walking through this enchanting tunnel at Fushimi Inari Shinto shrine feels like stepping into another world. Each gate represents a donation from individuals or businesses seeking blessings and protection from Inari, the Shinto deity associated with rice and prosperity. The vermillion-colored floating torii gate adds to the mystical ambiance surrounding this sacred place. Another notable Shinto site is Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it boasts stunning views and features an awe-inspiring floating torii gate that seems to defy gravity during sunset. Visitors are captivated by its beauty and spiritual significance. Shinto plays an essential role in Japanese society even today. Meiji Jingu Shrine in Tokyo serves as a popular venue for traditional weddings, blending modernity with ancient customs seamlessly. From Kyoto's historic landmarks to Tokyo's bustling streets, Shinto shrines dotting Honshu Island provide glimpses into Japan's rich cultural heritage. These sites serve as reminders of how deeply ingrained spirituality is within Japanese traditions. Immerse yourself in the mystique and tranquility offered by these remarkable places - whether you explore Senbon Torii at Fushimi Inari Taisha or witness breathtaking sunsets at Itsukushima Shrine - each visit promises an unforgettable experience steeped in centuries-old tradition and reverence for nature.