Kasuga Taisha
Title
Kasuga Taisha
Publisher
Lawrence Technological University
Date Created
August 7, 2015
Alternative Title or Name
Kasuga Grand Shrine
Creator2
O’Connor, Thomas (photograph)
Work Type
lighting devices
Single Built Works
Date
April, 1972
Work Location
Japan (nation)
Nara (inhabited place)
Style/Period
Japanese architecture styles
Subject
fountains
lanterns (lighting devices)
shrines (structures)
Shinto
Description
Detail view of stone lanterns and fountain at the Kasuga Grand Shrine in Nara, Japan, with shrine in background. "Kasuga Taisha is famous for its lanterns, which have been donated by worshipers. Hundreds of bronze lanterns can be found hanging from the buildings, while as many stone lanterns line its approaches. The lanterns are only lit twice a year during two Lantern Festivals, one in early February and one in mid August,"--Japan-Guide website.
Material/Medium
stone (worked rock)
Reproduction Type
jpeg
Copyright Statement
©2013 Lawrence Technological University. These images may be used for personal or educational purposes. They are not available for commercial purposes without the explicit permission of LTU.
ID Number
LTU-TOJ-159
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