A torii (Japanese: 鳥居, [to.ɾi.i]) is a traditional Japanese gate most commonly found at the entrance of or within a Shinto shrine, where it symbolically marks the transition from the mundane to the sacred, [1] and a spot where kami are welcomed and thought to travel through. [2]

2025年3月8日 · torii, symbolic gateway marking the entrance to the sacred precincts of a Shintō shrine in Japan. The torii, which has many variations, characteristically consists of two cylindrical vertical posts topped by a crosswise rectangular beam extending beyond the posts on either side and a second crosswise beam a short distance below the first.

2024年3月20日 · Hundreds of thousands of torii dot the landscape of Japan’s islands, marking the boundary between the everyday and the sacred at Shinto shrines, and more than a few Buddhist temples too.

2025年1月3日 · Torii gates are unique structures at the entrance of Japanese Shinto shrines, symbolizing the boundary between the sacred space of the shrine and the everyday world. The shape, color, material, and placement of torii gates vary, and each has its own significance.

2024年11月6日 · Japanese torii gates hold cultural and spiritual significance in Japan. They are traditionally made of wood or stone painted red and are the entrances to Shinto shrines and other sacred spaces. Torii mark the transition between our world and the divine, where kami (spiritual entities) are welcomed to pass.

2024年6月18日 · Whenever you visit a Shinto shrine, you will most likely encounter a large gate-like structure out front, called a torii. Why are they built at shrines and what do they represent? Learn about these points in this article, as well as some of the famous torii in Japan.

2023年8月4日 · Torii gates (or just torii for short) are traditional Japanese arches that usually mark the entrance to Shinto shrines (although they are occasionally present at Buddhist temples and other locations, too). Torii have a very specific shape consisting of two vertical pillars with two horizontal beams across the top.

A torii is a traditional Japanese gate, which marks the boundary between the sacred and mundane. Torii Gates are gnerally regarded as a symbol of Shinto shrines, and different styles and choice of materials can be found throughout Japan.

2022年7月25日 · Torii gates are iconic symbols found throughout Shinto shrines in Japan. They mark the crossing between the normal world to the sacred world. In ancient Japan, they were traditionally made of wood or stone, but today, they are …

2024年7月23日 · When you think of Japan, one of the first images that might come to mind is the iconic torii gate, standing tall and proud at the entrance of Shinto shrines. These striking structures are more than just beautiful landmarks; they are steeped in rich symbolism and deep-rooted beliefs that resonate with the essence of Shintoism.