Oct 19, 2023 · In this post, we will look at what Shisa are, the history and legends surrounding Shisa, the different types, how to position Shisa, and look at some popular Shisa statues that …

May 27, 2024 · These guardian lions, rooted deeply in the history and mythology of the Ryukyu Islands, serve as a spiritual shield against evil spirits. Shaped from lore and stone, these …

Shisa (シーサー, shīsā) is a traditional Ryukyuan cultural artifact and decoration derived from Chinese guardian lions, often seen in similar pairs, resembling a cross between a lion and a …

Jan 12, 2021 · Shisa in Okinawan dialect means ‘guardian of the house’, ‘amulet (to fight off bad magic)’, and ‘call to fortune’. What do Shisa do? When you first land in Okinawa, one of the …

Feb 27, 2025 · Let's learn together the basic information about Shisa, such as "What kind of god is Shisa?" and "Does it have a gender?" Special feature of Okinawa's symbol Shisa.

Jul 9, 2021 · From large stone statues to small cute souvenirs, shisa are creatures from Okinawan mythology that stand watch and protect people from evil spirits. A cross between a dog and a …

Jan 15, 2025 · Shisa is a traditional Okinawan guardian deity to ward off evil and prevent disasters. It is said that the name “shisa” comes from the Okinawan dialect pronunciation of …

Dec 1, 2024 · Okinawa Shisa- Full Body- Outline- Outline- SVG, PNG, JPG, DXF files for Cricut and Silhouette machines, web design, printing, clip art, personal and commercial use, and …

Sep 13, 2023 · In this article, we would like to explain about the shisa, the symbol of Okinawa, and introduce some spots where you can enjoy coloring and shisa making.

Oct 13, 2023 · While on your trip in Okinawa, you may spot mysterious lion-dog figures on red-tiled rooftops, by the side of the road and in souvenir shops. You can even find them on …