Komainu (Japanese Guardian Lion)

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Feel free to share photos of makes and any kind of tips - they are highly welcome and help keep the new uploads rolling! I'm currently working on getting a proper scan from two hand-made Dakar's Masks. If you feel like it, check out my guide "How to 3d Scan for Free" here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2980212 You can support me via PayPal if you're interested in doing so - just click the link and make a donation. _________________________ https://i.imgur.com/biUt40k.gif Komainu, often called lion-dogs in English, are pairs of statue-like creatures that resemble lions. They guard entrances or inner shrines at many Japanese Shinto temples or keep them inside where they're not visible to the public. There are two main types: sandō komainu, born during the Edo period, and jinnai komainu, a much older type found in shrines. You can also find them at Buddhist temples, nobility residences, or even private homes. Read more about Komainu here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Komainu