Old Komainu (lion-shaped guardian dog) statue with moss in Izumo Taisha Shrine, Izumo, Shimane, Japan.

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Size: 6053px × 4035px
Location: Izumo, Shimane, Japan
Photo credit: © Koshiro K / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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