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.
参道の両側には桜の木が植えられている。
Cherry trees are planted on both sides of the shrine approach.
初詣の参道は多くの人で賑わっていた。
The shrine approach was crowded with many people for the New Year's visit.
I walked slowly along the shrine approach, surrounded by autumn leaves.
Souvenir shops line both sides of the shrine approach.
We climbed the stone-stepped approach toward the main hall.