In front of Shinto shrines there are always statues of dogs. These dogs protect the sanctuary. Open mouth means beginning. A closed mouth means to finish. In Japanese they are called “komainu”. photo

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In front of Shinto shrines there are always statues of dogs. These dogs protect the sanctuary. Open mouth means beginning. A closed mouth means to finish. In Japanese they are called “komainu”.

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  • Upload Date: November 15, 2021
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