Across the tropical rooftops and street corners of Okinawa, you’ll find fierce yet friendly-looking creatures sitting in pairs, one roaring proudly, the other calmly closing its mouth. These are shisa, Okinawa’s legendary lion-dogs, protectors that have watched over homes, temples, and entire villages for centuries.
Okinawa is a tropical prefecture with an incredibly rich & diverse culture. Explore some of the highlights here.
Considered friendly & comforting, Okinawan shisa protect people from evil spirits.
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