日本神話・日本文化 / Japanese Mythology and Culture Guardians at the Threshold
The Meaning of Komainu in Japanese Culture日本の神社や寺院の入口に立つ「守護獣」At the entrances of Japanese shrines and temples, silent gu...
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日本神話・日本文化 / Japanese Mythology and Culture The White Hare of Inaba: Japan’s Oldest Love Story
因幡の白兎 ― 思いやりが結んだ、日本最古の恋物語海と沖の岩（因幡の浜）This quiet coastline is believed to be the setting of The White Hare of Inaba, one o...
日本神話・日本文化 / Japanese Mythology and Culture Demons and Gods: The Living Myth of Iwami Kagura
日本神話における「鬼」という存在IwamiKagura is not simply a stage performance.It is a living ritual, deeply rooted in Japanese mythology...
日本神話・日本文化 / Japanese Mythology and Culture Beyond the Boundary: Returning to the World of the Living
黄泉の境界を越えて ― 生者の世界へ戻る場所Standing at the BoundaryThis torii gate marks the point where everyday life meets the sacred.With ...
日本神話・日本文化 / Japanese Mythology and Culture Symbols of Prosperity: How Japanese Merchants Invite Good Fortune
In Japan, prosperity is not left to chance — it is carefully invited.Among the most powerful symbols of business success...
日本神話・日本文化 / Japanese Mythology and Culture Why Does the Japanese Lion Dance Bite People?The Meaning of Shishimai Masks
“Shishimai masks used to ward off evil and bring good fortune”At first glance, these faces look frightening.Sharp teeth,...