Hachiman

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Scope note
Refers to the style of Shinto architecture that developed during the Heian period (794-1185). The style is characterized by a type of shrine in which two buildings are directly connected so the roofs touch along the eaves.
Hachiman
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024