Tanuki statues are common garden ornaments in Japan. Tanuki, or Japanese racoon dogs (unrelated to racoons or dogs) are common in Japanese folklore.

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Tanuki statues are common garden ornaments in Japan. Tanuki, or Japanese racoon dogs (unrelated to racoons or dogs) are common in Japanese folklore, usually with positive, humorous connotations.

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Size: 3170px × 4560px
Location: Hiraizumi, Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku Region, Japan
Photo credit: © CulturalEyes - AusGS2 / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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