Tachi-Gata (Pedestal and Temple Lanterns) |
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![]() The first lanterns of this classic beauty date back to the early "Ashikaga period" in the eighth century and were typically used to light temples and shrines. To place the Tachi-Gata bury the pedestal portion into the ground up to the point where the carving begins. |
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Kasuga Temple Lantern Kasuga lanterns are frequently seen at the entrance to a Japanese tea garden and as a focal point to modern day garden. Based on the teaching and tradition of the tea masters these lanterns were typically used wherever light would be useful even if none is likely to be provided. |
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V09-L Kasuga Temple Lantern The path to Kasuga Shrine passes through a deer park. In the park, deer are able to roam freely and are believed to be sacred messengers of the Shinto gods that inhabit the shrine and surrounding mountainous terrain.
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![]() Traditional temple lantern with pagoda style roof Wooden framed light chamber Elegant base with two Kanji signs Elements: 7 pieces
The Shinzentouro stone lantern is often seen in the area of Kyoto, Mt. Hiei and Takayama. Hida Takayama is located in the northern part of Gifu Prefecture. This castle town lays at the foot of the Takayama Castle, built in the 16th century. At the backside of the Sakurayama-Hachimangu Shrine a Shinzentouro lantern is nicely placed in front of a small wooden shrine.
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J-06 Nuresagi
Elements: 6 pieces
The garden displays one of the rare Nuresagi stone lanterns among many others. |
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V61 Hokkeji
Elements: 6 pieces
The Japanese granite lantern "Hokkeji" is impressive in its elegant design. These lanterns are an essential design element in Japanese gardens and give any outdoor space a feeling of calm. |
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