Cats live near three torii gates in the sea. The beach changes at low tide. We also meet a cat who lives in a pottery ...

At low tide, the seabed around the torii becomes exposed, allowing visitors to walk directly up to the massive structure. Many take the opportunity to stand beneath it, admiring its grandeur ...

This page looks at the dramatic 'floating' torii (gate) of Itsukushima. The main building of Itsukushima shrine, in the town of Miyajima on Itsukushima Island, Hiroshima Prefecture, is believed to ...

Interestingly, the very first torii was constructed in as early as 1168. While you can walk right up to the torii during the low tide, it makes for a brilliant view as it floats when the tide is high.

Torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine at low tide, Miyajima, Hiroshima Pref. Taken by Aiza Cortes If you would like your photo to appear, please send your photo via the form below.

At high tide, the three torii of Saga’s Ōuo Shrine seem to float on the surface of the Ariake Sea. At low tide, however, the water recedes to such a degree that it is possible to stroll out to ...

The gateway, or "torii" of Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on the island of Miyajima (Hiroshima). During low tide, the gate can be approached on foot, but the magic happens when the ...

HATSUKAICHI, Hiroshima Prefecture--The famed “floating” torii gate of Itsukushimajinja shrine, a World Heritage site under repair, was revealed for the first time in about three and a half years.

The scaffolding around Miyajima’s floating torii gate has been removed. Good news – restoration work on Itsukushima Shrine’s famous 'floating' torii gate will be completed by year end.

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