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is a type of ornamental finial used on Japanese railings. ''Giboshi'' bridge ornaments resemble an 
onion
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; the ends are bulbous and typically come to a point. It is believed that the shape of Giboshi was from Hoju which is used to decorate roofs. They are often found on bridges in Japanese garden
are traditional gardens whose designs are accompanied by Japanese aesthetics and philosophical ideas, avoid artificial ornamentation, and highlight the natural landscape. Plants and worn, aged materials are generally used by Japanese garden desi ...
s, temples and shinto shrines.
''Giboshi'' comes in two styles; normal style and Kamakura style.
See also
* Japanese architecture *Glossary of Shinto
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