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Japanese Lanterns and Couplets

A collection of illuminated paper lanterns and colorful Chinese couplets, featuring intricate calligraphy and traditional designs, evoking Asian cultural celebrations.

Japan, Kyoto, Yasaka Shinto Shrine, paper lanterns,
Japan, Kyoto, Yasaka Shinto Shrine, paper lanterns,
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Japan, Kanazawa, Higashi Chaya District, geisha area,
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Single-Line Calligraphy right of a triptych of single-line calligraphies, 1690, Gaoquan Xingdun, Chinese, 1633 - 1696, 52 3/8 × 12 1/2 in. (133.03 × 31.75 cm) (image)87 1/2 × 16 3/4 in. (222.25 × 42.55 cm) (mount, without roller), Ink on paper, Japan, 17th century, The written word is of utmost importance in Japanese Zen. Handwritten texts by Zen teacherseverything from lectures and certificates to poems and personal correspondenceare treasured as bokuseki, 'ink traces' of the master, and displayed in monasteries for their didactic potential as well as for the beauty of the writing itself. This triptych of scrolls features the bold, semi-cursive calligraphy of Gaoquan Xingdun, a Chinese monk who immigrated to Japan in 1661 and became a central figure in the early development of the O_baku school, or sect, of Zen. Each scroll includes a single, five-character Zen maxim: 'Eternal blessings on the wise ruler' on the important central scroll; 'Religious spirit spreads across the four sea
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Caucasian Woman Posing On A Blue Yoga Mat
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Hand, punch, characters, Chinese calligrapher, Wulingyuan National Park, Zhangjiajie National Park, Hunan Province, China, Asia
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Health Chinese Calligraphy New Year Blessing Wallpaper
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Japanese Calligraphy cherry-blossom viewing Cherry blossom viewing which is one of the most important activities in Japan, launch between end of march to april Copyright: xZoonar.com/KhorxSeikxSoonx 2622251
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Meji Shrine Tokyo Japan
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Asia, Japan, western Honshu, Hiroshima, Wishing blocks, Toshogu Shrine
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Chinese characters for kezhan, guesthouse of the Hakka, Hongkeng, Longyan, Fujian, China, Asia
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Wooden fortune telling plaques at Shinto Sakurai Shrine, Fukuoka, Japan.
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Japan, Kanazawa, Nagamachi, Utatsuyama Temple District
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Chinese chess
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Japanese Calligraphy first prayer of the year Japanese Calligraphy first prayer of the year either by shinto or buddhist of japanese Copyright: xZoonar.com/KhorxSeikxSoonx 2622114
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Taoist temple in Cholon. Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda. List of philanthropists. Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam.
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Close-up of Chinese script on a white fabric, Temple of Confucius, Qufu, Shandong Province, China
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Shrine
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Temple in George Town, Penang, Malaysia Temple in George Town, Penang, Malaysia 2011 Copyright: xZoonar.com/ThomasxJahnx 5647351
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Incense for burning at shrine, Ueno Koen, Tokyo, Japan.
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NOV 30, 2018 Tokyo, Japan - OMikuji good luck shop for fortune teller paper at Asakusa Sensoji temple with local people at night
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Various temples and shrine in Kamakura, Tokyo, Japan.
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Yangshuo is rightly famous for its dramatic scenery. It lies on the west bank of the Li River (Lijiang) and is just 60 kilometres downstream from Guilin. Over recent years it has become a popular destination with tourists whilst also retaining its small river town feel. The name Guilin means Cassia Woods’ and is named after the osmanthus (cassia) blossoms that bloom throughout the autumn period. Guilin is the scene of China’s most famous landscapes, inspiring thousands of paintings over many centuries. The finest mountains and rivers under heaven’ are so inspiring that poets, artists and tourists have made this China’s number one natural attraction.
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Tokyo, Japan, May 11 2019: Prayer cards at Meji-jingu Gyoen and Shrine which is a popular tourist attraction in Tokyo near Harajuku in Tokyo, Japan, Asia
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Kobe, Japan, Barrels of Sake wrapped in straw at the entrance to Ikuta Jinja Temple, as an offering
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Chinese characters, painted carving on a wooden pillar, Chua Thien Hau Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon, Vietnam, Southeast Asia, Asia
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Beijing Dongyue Temple, literally Beijing Eastern Peak Temple, was built between 1314 and 1320, when it was one of the largest Taoist temples in Beijing. The complex has three courtyards. In the centre of the Hall of Taishan Mountain are statues of the God of Taishan Mountain and his high-ranking attendants. Corridors house 72 statues of deities, called 'chiefs of departments', some handing out harsh punishments to people who have done bad things. Dongyue Temple was burned down during a battle in the Yuan dynasty (1271 - 1368) and was rebuilt during the Ming dynasty (1368 - 1644). The current complex dates back to the Qing dynasty (1644 - 1912), but retains the style of the Yuan and Ming.
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Text carved on a rock, Mt Yuntai, Jiaozuo, Henan Province, China
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Tokyo Japan. Senso Ji Temple at Asakusa
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Fenghuang is Chinese for Phoenix and refers to the mythical sacred firebird that can be found in the mythologies of the Persians, Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, Chinese, and (according to Sanchuniathon) the Phoenicians. Legend suggests that two phoenixes on discovering the town hovered overhead for some considerable time before reluctantly flying away. Fenghuang town is a well-preserved ancient town supposedly dating back to 248 BC. It is home to the Miao and Tujia minorities. The distinctive architecture includes Ming and Qing styles.
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Japanese lantern hanging on the gate at a temple, Kaminarimon Gate, Asakusa Kannon Temple, Asakusa, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan
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Ema wood prayers at Jojakko-Ji Temple, Arashiyama, Kyoto Prefecture, Honshu, Japan
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Kaminarimon
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Europe, Hungary, Budapest, 1859, Dohany Street Synagogue, Dohany Synagogue, The Great Synagogue, torah, Sabbath table setting.
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Japan cartoon composition representing national culture and traditions of rising sun country vector illustration
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Close-up of red envelopes
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Man doing traditional Chinese writing (calligraphy) in ink using a brush, The Temple of Literature, Hanoi, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia
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Message, Chinese Communist Propaganda
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Phu Son Tu buddhist temple. Bodhidharma Daruma (5th - 6th century ) was a Indian Buddhist monk, and is traditionally credited as the transmitter of Zen. Tan Chau. Vietnam.
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Kun Iam Temple. Ancestors' Hall.
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Shimekazari-Sacred Straw Festoon
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Flag of Acheh (Aceh). This was an area inluenced by Islam from the Ottoman period onwards. The sword is the double sword (Dhu al faqar' of Ali an early leader of Islam in Indonesia. 19th Century.early
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Japan traditional gate torii Japan traditional gate torii Copyright: xZoonar.com/SergeyxxKozoderovx 8797863
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Happy Chinese New Year. inside the house or restaurant with staircase window lantern gold coin and money and sign of "Xin Nian Kual Le" is character for congratulatory CNY festival. asian holiday.
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Japan. A set of symbols of Japanese culture. Vector hand drawn black and white illustration on a white background. The inscription in the center is in Japanese Ikigai, meaning of life.. Japan. Japanese tradition. Vector hand drawn vector black and white illustration-09.eps
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Meet in the Shop, Chinese Communist Propaganda
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Colorful smile buddha on bamboo curtain
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Happy Chinese New Year. inside the house or restaurant with staircase window lantern gold coin and money and sign of Xin Nian Kual Le characters for CNY festival. asian holiday.
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A tree trunk with a rope and offerings in the small village of Ashigawa on Honshu Island in Japan.
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Chinese new years lucky charm, fortune cookies and black chopsticks on red bamboo mat
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Japan, Tokyo: Shrine festival, called Matsuri. Asakusa Kannon Shrine Temple district. Nakamise alley. Shops with religious souvenirs., Asia
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Torii Gate of red wood as old Japanese attraction. Unique Oriental style big arch. Authentic solid construction vector illustration poster with text sample. Torii Gate of Red Wood as Old Japanese Attraction
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Japan travel poster, Japanese landmarks, culture and tradition, vector. Welcome to Japan and Tokyo, geisha in kimono and samurai man in traditional Japanese dress or national costume in kabuki theater. Welcome to Japan, travel landmarks and culture
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Japan, Inuyama, Sanko Inari Shrine
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Creative design of ancient japanese tori gate logo.Japan heritage, culture and history tori gate.Logo for business.
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Shoes forbidden, sign at a temple in Japanese, Kyoto, Japan, Asia