cycling at Tōma, Hokkaido

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Tōma shrine

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Thanks for sharing @Ashlee_JP I see these constructions in Japan photos sometimes. What is the significance of the structure?

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Hi @PaulPavlinovich this is “Torii” the entrance gate of shinto shrine. from here, you are step into the territory where gods stay in this world.

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@Ashlee_JP The most iconic symbol in Japan! Thank you for sharing.

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Thanks for the explanation @Ashlee_JP that is quite interesting.

Paul