Stone sheep in front of Shinto? Stone sheep are placed at the door of the landlord's house

The shinto on both sides in front of the tomb is called the tomb beast, which is rich in content, including Shiyang, Shima, Shi Hu, etc., and some are made of stone figures. It is used to suppress evil spirits invading the tomb and guard the stone beasts in front of the tomb owner

' s house. Stone lions are mostly used, ranging from the official residence of the imperial palace to the rich landlord. They have different identities and different forms. Used to ward off evil spirits in the town house, but also to show identity. As for the Shiyang Town House you mentioned, it is rare. It may be related to local legends and customs, worshipping sheep, or specially arranged by a geomantic master. But the intention is the same