This type of torii gate has a small water basin, called a tsukubai, in front of it, which is used for purification rituals before entering the shrine.
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This type of torii gate is adorned with large sacred ropes, called shimenawa, and shide paper zigzag streamers that are used for purificat... -
Rōmon Torii is a two-story torii gate, which is usually found at the entrance to a temple rather than a shrine.
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A type of torii gate that features a curved top beam is typically found at shrines dedicated to the gods of business or prosperity.
