Kasuga Taisha

Title

Kasuga Taisha

Publisher

Lawrence Technological University

Date Created

August 12, 2015

Alternative Title or Name

O’Connor, Thomas (photograph)

Creator2

O’Connor, Thomas (photograph)

Work Type

Single Built Works

Date

April, 1972

Work Location

Japan (nation)
Nara (inhabited place)

Style/Period

Japanese architecture styles

Subject

shrines (structures)
Shinto

Description

Exterior view of the Kasuga Grand Shrine in Nara, Japan. "The shrine halls’ bright vermillion columns, white walls, and roofs of hinoki cypress bark contrast beautifully with the green of the surrounding ancient woods. The serene beauty of the buildings has not changed since its inception. This is because of the “Shikinen Zotai” ceremony which takes place every 20 years. In this ceremony, the buildings of the shrine are repaired, the tools and instruments used are renewed, and ceremonial rituals are held strictly according to their traditions. Through such efforts, a solemn and peaceful atmosphere fills the entire precinct. Kasuga Taisha is a distinguished shrine with 3,000 auxiliary shrines across the country and 3,000 donated lanterns, demonstrating how widely and deeply worshipped the shrine is,"--Kasugataisha shrine website.

Material/Medium

wood (plant material)

Reproduction Type

jpeg

ID Number

LTU-TOJ-170

Files

LTU-TOJ-170.jpg
Date Added
August 12, 2015
Collection
LTU Digital Images
Item Type
VRA Core
Tags
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Citation
“Kasuga Taisha,” LTU Digital Images, accessed March 28, 2024, https://ltuimagecollection.omeka.net/items/show/14938.