参道
Meanings
1
approach to a shrine; shrine path; temple approach
Refers to the road or path leading to a Shinto shrine or Buddhist temple, often lined with trees or stone lanterns.
Cherry trees are planted on both sides of the shrine approach.
The shrine approach was crowded with many people for the New Year's visit.
Usage patterns
- 参道を歩くto walk along the shrine approach
I walked slowly along the shrine approach, surrounded by autumn leaves.
- 参道の両側に〈物〉が並ぶfor things to line both sides of the approach
Souvenir shops line both sides of the shrine approach.
- 参道を上るto climb up the shrine approach (e.g. its steps)
We climbed the stone-stepped approach toward the main hall.