Torii gates separate worlds in Japan
Iconic torii gates in Japan are more than just entrances; these ancient, vibrant structures serve as symbolic thresholds, inviting spiritual passage between the ordinary and the sacred realms of Shinto shrines.
Striking vermilion torii gates mark the sacred entrances to Japanese Shinto shrines, symbolizing the boundary between the everyday and the divine. Rooted in Japan's indigenous Shinto religion, which emphasizes harmony with nature and spirit worship, these gates date back over a thousand years to the 8th century.
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