stop stone

Posted by
Stu (From Scotland | Working in Kyoto, Japan) on 26 August 2023 in Lifestyle & Culture and Portfolio.

This is a common sight around temples. When on the ground it's a sign that unauthorized individuals are not permitted to go any further. Small and unobtrusive, it's much more attractive than a traffic cone or some other sign.

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Comments (4)

Devi from Chennai, India

Nice to see this "stop stone " and read about it!!!
Have a nice Sunday Stu:))))

26 Aug 2023 2:46pm

Jean-Luc.M from from Nancy et ailleurs, France

It's very graphic and a simple, beautiful indication!

26 Aug 2023 6:17pm

Blikvanger from B, Belgium

Learning every day something new.
Very interesting information and a clear photo of the stop stone.
Thank you!

26 Aug 2023 8:27pm

Darkelf Photography from Perth, Australia

Indeed, a very clever idea!

29 Aug 2023 2:43am

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Devi from Chennai, India

Jean-Luc.M from from Nancy et ailleurs, France

Blikvanger from B, Belgium

Darkelf Photography from Perth, Australia