The symbol for Shinto is the Torii gate. A Torii gate is a traditional Japanese gate most commonly found at the entrance of or within a Shinto shrine. It marks the transition from the mundane to the sacred. The Torii gate is often seen as a symbol of Shinto itself, representing the boundary between the physical world and the spiritual realm. It is typically made of wood or stone and painted in vermilion, a color believed to ward off evil spirits. The Torii gate is not just a physical structure but also a spiritual one, inviting worshippers to leave behind their worldly concerns as they enter the sacred space of the shrine.
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