Viewing the shrine at this angle helps illustrate the use of metal fittings that are placed on the ends of rafters that extend out to the edge of the

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Viewing the shrine at this angle helps illustrate the use of metal fittings that are placed on the ends of rafters that extend out to the edge of the eaves and at the base of pillars.

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