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


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.


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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