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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. The Komainu is used to protect Japanese shrines, shops and homes. It’s believed that the Komainu guards’ human beings from various evil spirits and negative energy. In earlier Japanese culture, the Komainu were also used as a symbol of protection, to preserve the teachings and philosophies of Buddha.
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    The name Komainu translates to Chinese guardian lions. They are believed to have been inspired by the images of Asiatic lions that were brought to China from India and the Middle East and especially from symbolism associated with Emperor Ashoka of India.
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  3. Komainu: The History of Japan’s Mythical Lion Dogs - Tofugu

     
  4. The Mythical Komainu: Guardian Lions of Japan - Japanese …

  5. Koma inu - Yokai.com

    Appearance: Koma inu are noble, holy animals, usually employed as guardians of sacred sites. They can range in size from a small dog to the size of a lion and—due to their resemblance to both creatures—are often called lion dogs in …

  6. Komainu: The Fierce Guardians of Japan's Sacred …

    These majestic creatures, known as komainu, serve as the fierce guardians of Japan's sacred spaces. With their intimidating expressions and muscular physiques, komainu are believed to ward off evil spirits and protect the holy …

  7. Mystical Protectors: Understanding Japan’s Komainu

    Nov 2, 2023 · Komainu has an important role in Japanese mythology, as one of the most prominent symbols of defense and protection. The versatile designs of the statue make it one of the most unique and distinct features in Japanese …

  8. Lions – Komainu - Traditional Kyoto

    Komainu, sometimes referred to as lion dogs, the guardian statues that can be found guarding the entrance to Shinto shrines as well as temples or even secular sites, come in a massive variety of styles, shapes and forms.

  9. Komainu : The Lion Dog - Mythlok

    Komainu refer to the lion statues that are commonly found at the entrances of Japanese or Shinto temples. These statues are often called lion-dogs or sand komainu. They can be found in both the outer and inner portions of Shinto …

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

    Part dog, part lion, the Komainu have been protecting Japanese temples for centuries. A tradition inherited from the Chinese Empire in the 5th century, which is now an integral part of the local landscape.

  11. Komainu (Lion-Dogs) - Japanese Encyclopedia

    Apr 26, 2022 · Komainu (狛犬) are statues of an imaginary beast represented as a lion-dog. They function as both guardians and messengers for the deities at Shintō shrines. Komainu statues can be found in pairs at the entrances to …

  12. Koma-inu: Lion-Dog Protecting Temples and Shrines - Atlas Mythica

  13. Komainu - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

  14. “Komainu”: The Shrine’s Guardian Figures - nippon.com

  15. KOMAINU -The Unique and Mysterious Art of Japan-

  16. Komainu - The Fierce and Friendly Guardians of Japanese Culture

  17. Komainu - Japanese Wiki Corpus

  18. Komainu - Gods and Monsters

  19. Komainu – JAPAN BOX

  20. What are Komainu? - Japan Talk

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

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