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Lantern slide depicting the front of the Yomeimon Gate, Toshogu Shrine, Nikko. In the centre is a panel with calligraphy by Emperor Omizuo. The upper tier is covered with carved dragons, and the lower tier is covered with sculptures of Chinese lions. The Zuishin statues are placed in the walls to the right and left. The corridors are divided by red-painted pillars, and flowers and birds are carved in the upper panel and waterfowl in the lower panel.
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