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What Do the Colors and Shapes of Torii Gates Signify?

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What Do the Colors and Shapes of Torii Gates Signify?

It is often said that Japan is the hometown of Hong Kong people. For those who frequently visit your hometown, how much you know about Japanese religion?


Japan is a country where Shintoism is prevalent, and you can see Shinto shrines everywhere. When it comes to the iconic structure of a shrine, the torii gate undoubtedly stands out. In Shinto culture, a torii gate serves as a boundary between the physical world and the divine realm. Therefore, passing through a torii symbolizes entering a sacred space, and one must maintain a respectful mindset.

Although many shrines have torii gates, they are not all identical, just as it's difficult to find two snowflakes that are the same. 

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