🇯🇵 In Okinawa, strange lion-like creatures guard homes and buildings. They are called shisa—traditional guardian figures inspired by lion-like mythical creatures. You'll often find them sitting on rooftops, beside gates, or at entrances. In Okinawan tradition, they are believed

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🇯🇵 In Okinawa, strange lion-like creatures guard homes and buildings. They are called shisa—traditi…
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