Shachihoko - At the Himeji Castle Information Center
N 34° 50.024 E 134° 41.547
53S E 471878 N 3854647
The Shachihoko guard the Himeji Castle Information Center
Waymark Code: WMB2PK
Location: Hyogo, Japan
Date Posted: 03/27/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
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In Japanese folklore the Shachihoko is an animal with the head of a dragon and the body of a carp. It was often used as the roof ornament on castles, temples, and shrines. The ornament is a charm to guard against fire and ward off disaster. The Hiemji Castle is a nice place to see the Shachihoko.



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Time Period: Middle Ages

Approximate Date of Epic Period: 1300 -1700

Epic Type: Mythical

Exhibit Type: Figure, Statue, 3D Art
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