[Osaka] Sumiyoshi Sorihashi Bridge
The scenic beauty of our shrine grounds has been a famous place for poetry since ancient times and is well known to the public, so there is no need for me to write about it with my humble brush. In particular, the Sorihashi (arched bridge) is a masterpiece of rare quality, unlike any other found at other shrines. The area in front of the great torii gate is a thoroughfare for the Izumi and Kishu roads, and traffic never ceases. The wind in the pines is always rustling, and the divine presence is cool; it can truly be called a sacred place without equal in the world.
* "Fugo" (humble brush) is a term used to humbly refer to one's own handwriting, derived from the image of a rotten or worn-out brush.
* "Shato" refers to the area in front of the shrine building; the space before the gods.
* "Kainai muso" means to be so excellent that there is nothing in this world to compare it to.
The Sorihashi is a masterpiece of rare quality, unlike any other found at other shrines.
It can truly be called a sacred place without equal in the world.
Author's note: ● indicates a character that could not be deciphered.
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