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    Shisa : The Guardian Lions of Okinawa - Kanpai Japan

    Jul 7, 2021 · Shisa are a very common feature and distinctive trait of the culture of the Okinawa islands, and it is simply impossible to ignore them when staying …

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      A Guide To Shisa – The Guardians Of Okinawa

      Oct 19, 2023 · In this post, we will look at what Shisa are, the history and legends surrounding Shisa, the different types, how to position Shisa, and look at some popular Shisa statues that can be found around Okinawa, rounding up by …

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      What is Okinawa Shisa? Introducing the history, how to place it, …

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      What is Shisa in Okinawa?
      When you walk along the roads in Okinawa, you will see “ Shisa ” everywhere. Shisa is a guardian deity that has been passed down in Okinawa since ancient times. It mainly serves as a guardian deity of the house and an amulet, and it is installed in many houses of Okinawans.

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      What is a Ryukyu Shisa?
      Throughout Okinawa they, guard gates, homes, bridges and offices, to ward off evil spirits. Often, they are sold to tourists on key chains and as jewelry. Often, they are brightly colored. To discover the origins of the Ryukyu Shisa, you'd have to go back a few centuries in history.

      Okinawan Folktale: Origins of Okinawa Shisa - Ryukyu Life

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      What is a shisa lion dog?
      The Shisa (Lion-dog) seen today are kiln fired clay or, plastic figures used as good luck charms. Throughout Okinawa they, guard gates, homes, bridges and offices, to ward off evil spirits. Often, they are sold to tourists on key chains and as jewelry. Often, they are brightly colored.

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      Where is the oldest Shisa in the world?
      There are many legends surrounding Shisa. One such legend surrounds what is thought to be the oldest existing Shisa, which is in the southeast of Okinawa island. One such legend surrounds what is thought to be the oldest existing Shisa, which is in the southeast of Okinawa Island.

      A Guide To Shisa – The Guardians Of Okinawa - Japanese Taste

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      What is Shisa & why is it important?
      Shisa is a guardian deity that has been passed down in Okinawa since ancient times. It mainly serves as a guardian deity of the house and an amulet, and it is installed in many houses of Okinawans. It is said that if you trace the origin of shisa, you will reach the Sphinx in BC.

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      Where did Shisa come from?
      An open-mouthed male supposed to scare evil spirits away. It is believed that Shisa were imported from China into the archipelago around the 15th century. Several stories recount the manner in which they arrived on the island with varying degrees of fantasy. The main one, however, seems to originate from Madanbashi, a village south of Naha.

      Shisa : The Guardian Lions of Okinawa - Kanpai Japan

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      Okinawan Folktale: Origins of Okinawa Shisa - Ryukyu …

      Aug 17, 2017 · The Shisa (Lion-dog) seen today are kiln fired clay or, plastic figures used as good luck charms. Throughout Okinawa they, guard gates, …

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        Irasutoya: Japan’s Art Phenomenon - Coto Academy

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        シーサー(ちいかわ) (ちいかわのしーさー)とは【ピクシブ百科事 …

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        Discovering Shisa: The Mythical Guardians of Okinawa

        May 27, 2024 · Explore the mythical Shisa of Okinawa, guardian lions that protect from evil and embody rich cultural heritage. Discover their history, symbolism, and impact.