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  1. Komainu - Wikipedia

    • Komainu (狛犬), often called lion-dogs in English, are statue pairs of lion-like creatures, which traditionally guard the entrance or gate of the shrine, or placed in front of or within the honden (inner sanctum) of Japanese Shinto shrines. See more

    Symbolic meaning

    A twin pair of komainu (construable as "Korean dog" ) or two shishi ("lion")/karajishi ("Chinese lion") are the … See more

    History

    In Asia, the lion was popularly believed to have the power to repel evil, and for this reason it was habitually used to guard gates and doors. The Komainu strongly resemble Chinese guardian lions and in fact originate from … See more

    Parallels

    A variant of the komainu theme is the fox, acting as guardian of shrines dedicated to the Inari deity. There are about 30 thousand Inari shrines in Japan, and the entrance of each is guarded by a pair of fox statues. Often one, … See more

    External links

    • Media related to Komainu at Wikimedia Commons
    • Media related to Inari fox statues at Wikimedia Commons See more

     
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  2. Komainu
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    Komainu (狛犬), often called lion-dogs in English, are statue pairs of lion -like creatures, which traditionally guard the entrance or gate of the shrine, or placed in front of or within the honden (inner sanctum) of Japanese Shinto shrines.
    Visitors to Japan's numerous Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples are often greeted by a pair of imposing lion-like statues flanking the entrance. These majestic creatures, known as komainu, serve as the fierce guardians of Japan's sacred spaces.
    Visitors to shrines in Japan are usually greeted by a pair of fierce statues, komainu, on either side of the entrance. Komainu, lion-dogs, have been guarding shrines and temples in Japan since the 6th century, when they came along with Buddhism to Japan from China as shishi, or guardian lions.
     
  3. Komainu: The Fierce Guardians of Japan's Sacred …

    Visitors to Japan's numerous Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples are often greeted by a pair of imposing lion-like statues flanking the entrance. These majestic creatures, known as komainu, serve as the fierce guardians of …

     
  4. Komainu, the guardians of the temples | Japan …

    Who has heard of the Komainu? Located at the entrance to places of worship, these lion-dog statues are emblematic of the Japanese landscape. They are found not only in Buddhist temples but also in some Shinto shrines to protect …

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  7. The Mythical Komainu: Guardian Lions of Japan

    Oct 8, 2024 · Komainu, often referred to as guardian lions, are iconic figures in Japanese culture, serving as protectors of sacred spaces. Typically found at the entrances of Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, these stone statues …

  8. 13 Types of Shinto Shrines: Different Deities, Beliefs …

    Jul 5, 2022 · They feature fox guardians, who stand out and tell us they are one of the Inari shrines. Why fox? Foxes prey on mice, which eat away grains. Their fur color and tail shape look like the ears of rice. Those facts made foxes related …

  9. Komainu - The Fierce and Friendly Guardians of …

    Mar 24, 2023 · Komainu (狛犬), also known as lion dogs, are mythical creatures that have been a part of Japanese culture for centuries. These fierce and friendly guardians can be found at the entrance of Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, …

  10. Do You Know About Komainu (Guardian Lion-Dogs)?

    Aug 15, 2024 · Komainu are believed to ward off evil spirits and serve as guardians at the front of shrines. Although called “dogs,” they are actually lion-like mythical creatures. The origin of Komainu is said to be Egypt or India. …

  11. Komainu (shrine guardians) - Green Shinto

    Nov 8, 2016 · Anyone who visits a shrine in Japan will have noticed the curious creatures that stand as guardians, welcoming visitors but keeping out evil spirits. Those who visit a lot of shrines will notice considerable differences in the statues.

  12. Komainu: Sacred Lion-Dogs of Japan - Susan Spann

    Jun 16, 2016 · Many Japanese shrines and temples feature guardian komainu. These lion-dog statues, commonly carved from stone, watch over the entrance to the inner shrines at many Shinto holy sites. At some, the statues are hidden …

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