#torii

Japan: Kami, Spirits of Nature and Ancestors in Shinto Tradition

Shintoism, the indigenous religion of Japan, centers around the worship of Kami, which are revered spirits or deities. The Kami can...

The Ariake Sea in Japan offers immense potential for minimalist photography. Its vastness, low tides, shrines, and traditional fisheries...

Shinto shrines in Japan are categorized into several groups, each with its specific significance and importance. Ranging from small local...

Lake Biwa is located in the Shiga Prefecture in Japan, about 20 kilometers from the city of Kyoto. It is the largest freshwater lake in...

The Japanese have a strong penchant for symbols. This is a well-established fact, and I have touched upon it several times in my...

The San-in region, located on the coast of the Sea of Japan, is a land of contrasts and natural wonders, where time appears to have stood...

The Grand Torii of Itsukushima Shrine is one of Japan’s most iconic symbols and one of the most famous torii gates in the country....

Itsukushima Shrine is located on the sacred island of Itsukushima (commonly referred to as Miyajima) in Hiroshima Prefecture. As part of...

Emblematic of Japanese culture, Torii are found throughout the territory. Symbolizing the passage into a world of spiritual purity, these...

The Ariake Sea is a vast bay located in the southwest of Japan, extending into the prefectures of Saga, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, and Fukuoka....

The Torii are not just architectural elements that define the landscapes and sacred spaces of Japan. They embody the very essence of...

Lake Shinji is likely the most interesting lake in the San-in region. It is located near Matsue in Shimane Prefecture and ranks as the...