Torii Gate Collection (#3)

The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Kamaya Buhei in the play "Fude Hajime Soga no Tamazusa, "pe... 1768
The Actor Nakamura Nakazo I as Kamaya Buhei in the play " Fude Hajime Soga no Tamazusa, " performed at the Nakamura Theater in the first month, 1768, 1768

The Actors Segawa Kikunojo I as Onatsu and Ichimura Uzaemon VIII as Seijuro in the play "U... 1747
The Actors Segawa Segawa Kikunojo I as Onatsu and Ichimura Uzaemon VIII as Seijuro in the play " Uno Hana Nisei no Aikago, " performed at the Ichimura Theater in the fourth month, 1747, 1747

Nakanocho in the Yoshiwara, n. d. Creator: Okumura Masanobu
Nakanocho in the Yoshiwara, n.d

Night Rain at a Shrine, Japan, early 1760s. Creator: Kitao Shigemasa
Night Rain at a Shrine, Japan, early 1760s

Futarasan Shrine at Nikko (Nikko Futarasan jinja), c. 1930s. Creator: Tsuchiya Koitsu
Futarasan Shrine at Nikko (Nikko Futarasan jinja), c. 1930s

A festival at the Sumiyoshi Shrine, Edo period, early 17th century. Creator: Unknown
A festival at the Sumiyoshi Shrine, Edo period, early 17th century

Pink Fuji
Karsten Wrobel

Bangkok Fast forward
Antonio Prado Pérez

Fushimi Inari Shrine
Carmine Chiriacò

Shirahige Shrine
Angel Julie

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Takumi Ikeda

Noboto Bay (Noboto no ura), from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji (Fugaku sanjurokkei), ca. 1830-32

Foreign Business Establishment in Yokohama, 1861. Creator: Sadahide Utagawa
Foreign Business Establishment in Yokohama, 1861

Mimeguri Zutsumi Matsuchiyama Embo, ca. 1842. ca. 1842. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Mimeguri Zutsumi Matsuchiyama Embo, ca. 1842

Morning Mist, 19th century. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Morning Mist, 19th century

Fujisawa, ca. 1838. ca. 1838. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Fujisawa, ca. 1838

Kakegawa; Akiba-san Embo, ca. 1838. ca. 1838. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kakegawa; Akiba-san Embo, ca. 1838

Miya, ca. 1838. ca. 1838. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Miya, ca. 1838

Yokkaichi, ca. 1840. ca. 1840. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Yokkaichi, ca. 1840

The Gion Shrine in Snow, ca. 1832. ca. 1832. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
The Gion Shrine in Snow, ca. 1832

Kakuchu Shinonome, 4th month, Snake year 1857. 4th month, Snake year 1857. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kakuchu Shinonome, 4th month, Snake year 1857

Miya, from the series The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road, early 20... early 20th century
Miya, from the series The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road, early 20th century

Kakegawa, from the series The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road, early 20th century. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Kakegawa, from the series The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road, early 20th century

Fujisawa, from the series The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road, early 20th century. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Fujisawa, from the series The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road, early 20th century

Santono Station, ca. 1835. ca. 1835. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Santono Station, ca. 1835

Mount Iwaki, Aomori prefecture, Tohoku, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Torii gate, Takkoku no Iwaya Bishaman do temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hiraizumi, Iwate Prefecture, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Where Tides climb Temple Stairs - the Famous Sacred Torii Gateway to the Shinto Shrine at Myajima, Japan, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa

Torii gate of a Shinto shrine, Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine and torii gates, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

Todaiji Hokkedo, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nara, Japan, Asia

Itsukushima Shrine torii gate, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Miyajima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, Asia

The Far-famed Seagirt Torii of Miyajima. Quaint Gateway to the Famous Shinto Shrine, Japan, 1905. The Torii Gate, built in 1168, is one of Japans most popular tourist attractions

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

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

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

Antique illustration of Torii of temple, Suwa (Japan)

Torii of Itsukushima temple in Miyajima Island, Japan, c1930s. Artist: John Bushby
Torii of Itsukushima temple in Miyajima Island, Japan, c1930s. This Shinto shrine dates from the 6th century although the gate itself was built in 1168

Sacred torii gate rising from the sea, Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima Island, Japan, 1904. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Sacred torii gate rising from the sea, Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima Island, Japan, 1904. This Shinto shrine dates from the 6th century although the gate itself was built in 1168

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

Arch On Pathway In The Japanese Gardens; Mayne Island, British Columbia, Canada

Red Torii Arches Over Steps At Inari Temple

Many Tori Gates At Fushimi Inari; Kyoto, Japan

Black And White Image Of A Floating Shrine On A Lake; Takashiyama, Shiga, Japan

Japan, Kyoto, A wedding bride and groom pose at Fushimi Inari Shrine

Miyajima Island / Itsukushima Shrine / Torii Gate / Night View, Honshu, Japan

Torii gates, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, Kyoto, Honshu, Japan

Torii gate, Miyajima (Itsuku-shima), Hiroshima, Honshu, Japan Asia, Japan, Honshu Island, Hiroshima, Miyajima (Itsuku-shima), Itsukushima Shrine standing in the sea was built in 1168

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The torii gate is a symbol of spiritual significance in Japan, particularly at the Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine located in the Fushimi ward of Kyoto, Kyoto prefecture. This iconic structure can be found in the Kansai region of Japan and holds great cultural value. One notable site featuring torii gates is Senbon Torii (1, 000 Torii gates) at Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine in Kyoto. As you walk through this mesmerizing path, you are surrounded by countless vibrant red gates that create an enchanting atmosphere unique to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Another breathtaking location showcasing a torii gate is Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island. At sunset, the floating Miyajima torii gate becomes even more captivating as it stands against the backdrop of a picturesque landscape. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this place exudes tranquility and beauty. In addition to these famous sites, there are other remarkable shrines like Shinmei Shrine in Shiba that feature stunning torii gates. Created by Ando Hiroshige during the Edo period, these historical structures add to the rich tapestry of Japanese culture and heritage. Whether it's winter or any other season, visiting Fushimi Inari Shrine offers an unforgettable experience. The entrance path adorned with torii gates creates a magical ambiance that transports visitors into another world entirely. Fushimi Inari Taisha itself holds immense importance as one of Japan's most significant Shinto shrines known for its thousand red torii gates and has become renowned worldwide for its spiritual aura and striking architecture. Lastly, let us not forget about Itsukushima jinja Shinto Shrine on Miyajima Island where yet another magnificent torii gate awaits your admiration. At dusk, when the sun sets behind this UNESCO World Heritage Site, it casts an ethereal glow upon both locals and tourists alike who come to witness its grandeur.