"Shinto"

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17 Apr 2026

MIYAJIMA, JAPAN - APRIL 15: The iconic Great Torii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine stands before a backdrop of traditional inns and the forested slopes of Mount Misen on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, on April 15, 2026. This perspective highlights the proximity of the sacred 16-meter-tall vermillion gate to historic local establishments like the Kinsuikan ryokan.

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17 Apr 2026

MIYAJIMA, JAPAN - APRIL 15: The JR West Miyajima ferry 'Misen Maru' glides across the Seto Inland Sea toward the sacred island of Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, on April 15, 2026. In the background, the iconic Great Torii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine stands prominently against the forested slopes of Mount Misen.

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#13587165

17 Apr 2026

MIYAJIMA, JAPAN - APRIL 15: A wild Sika deer, revered in Shinto tradition as a divine messenger, gazes toward the camera on the sandy seabed before the Great Torii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, on April 15, 2026. At low tide, the iconic 16-meter-tall vermillion gate becomes accessible to visitors and the island's resident deer population.

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#13587162

17 Apr 2026

MIYAJIMA, JAPAN - APRIL 15: A visitor with an umbrella looks toward the iconic 'floating' torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine during low tide on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, on April 15, 2026. Despite the spring rain and low-hanging mist, tourists gather on the shoreline and the exposed seabed to view the 16-meter-tall vermillion gate, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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17 Apr 2026

MIYAJIMA, JAPAN - APRIL 15: Tourists and pilgrims gather on the exposed seabed at the base of the Great Torii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine during low tide on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, on April 15, 2026. Despite persistent spring rain and heavy mist, visitors walk across the sand to reach the iconic 16-meter-tall vermillion gate, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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17 Apr 2026

MIYAJIMA, JAPAN - APRIL 15: A wild Sika deer, traditionally considered a divine messenger, stands on the sandy seabed before the Great Torii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, on April 15, 2026. At low tide, both the island's resident deer and tourists gather at the base of the iconic UNESCO World Heritage landmark.

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17 Apr 2026

MIYAJIMA, JAPAN - APRIL 15: The iconic Great Torii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine stands before a backdrop of traditional inns and the forested slopes of Mount Misen on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, on April 15, 2026. This perspective highlights the proximity of the sacred 16-meter-tall vermillion gate to historic local establishments like the Kinsuikan ryokan.

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17 Apr 2026

MIYAJIMA, JAPAN - APRIL 15: Tourists and pilgrims gather on the exposed seabed at the base of the Great Torii Gate of Itsukushima Shrine during low tide on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, on April 15, 2026. Despite persistent spring rain and heavy mist, visitors walk across the sand to reach the iconic 16-meter-tall vermillion gate, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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17 Apr 2026

MIYAJIMA, JAPAN - APRIL 15: Paper 'Omikuji' fortunes are tied to ropes at Daisho-in Temple on Miyajima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, on April 15, 2026. This common practice in Japanese Buddhism and Shintoism involves visitors tying their fortunes to a designated area, particularly if the prediction is unfavorable, as a way to leave bad luck behind and seek divine intervention for a better future.

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#13577268

14 Apr 2026

SASAGURI, JAPAN - APRIL 8: A vibrant red torii gate stands at the base of a stone staircase lined with traditional lanterns leading to the Nanten Inari Shrine in Sasaguri, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, on April 8, 2026.

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#13576195

14 Apr 2026

KYOTO, JAPAN - MARCH 31: Hundreds of illuminated paper lanterns hang from the Maidono (dance stage) at Yasaka Shrine (Gion-sha) as crowds gather at night in Kyoto, Kansai, Japan, on March 31, 2026. The lanterns, which bear the names of local businesses and donors, light up the historic Shinto shrine's courtyard during the peak of the spring cherry blossom (sakura) season, a major draw for both domestic and international tourists.

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#13576198

14 Apr 2026

KYOTO, JAPAN - MARCH 31: Worshippers and tourists ascend the stone steps toward the illuminated Nishi-romon Gate (West Gate) of Yasaka Shrine at night in Kyoto, Kansai, Japan, on March 31, 2026. The historic Shinto shrine, located at the edge of the Gion district, is a popular destination for visitors during the spring cherry blossom (sakura) season, remaining open 24 hours a day to accommodate crowds participating in nighttime festivities.

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#13576197

14 Apr 2026

KYOTO, JAPAN - MARCH 31: A street food vendor prepares takoyaki (octopus balls) at a traditional yatai stall positioned in front of the illuminated Nishi-romon Gate (West Gate) of the Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto, Kansai, Japan, on March 31, 2026. The shrine, located in the historic Gion district, draws large crowds of tourists and locals during the spring cherry blossom season who gather to enjoy local delicacies and the vibrant nighttime atmosphere.

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#13576185

14 Apr 2026

KYOTO, JAPAN - MARCH 31: Crowds of tourists and residents gather at the entrance of the Yasaka Shrine (Gion-sha) as the sun sets over the Gion district in Kyoto, Kansai, Japan, on March 31, 2026. The historic Shinto shrine, known for its vibrant vermilion gates and seasonal festivals, remains a central landmark for visitors during the peak spring travel season.

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14 Apr 2026

KYOTO, JAPAN - MARCH 31: Crowds of tourists and residents gather at the entrance of the Yasaka Shrine (Gion-sha) as the sun sets over the Gion district in Kyoto, Kansai, Japan, on March 31, 2026. The historic Shinto shrine, known for its vibrant vermilion gates and seasonal festivals, remains a central landmark for visitors during the peak spring travel season.

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#13568011

12 Apr 2026

IWAKUNI, JAPAN - APRIL 12: A view of the weathered stone torii gate adorned with shime-nawa sacred rope at the entrance to Kikko Shrine in Kikko Park, Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, on April 12, 2026.

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