shinto? Buddhist?

[aimeekitty]

trying to do some research, behind this gate,... would there be a shrine? (what religion?) or is this just a decorative gate that can be used in front of any residence?

danke! *goes back to storyboarding*

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[lokabrenna.livejournal.com]

It's a Shinto gate. This page, among others, says:

"Torii

A distinctive arch or gateway erected at the entrance to the sacred precincts of a shrine, separating the inner area from the profane world surrounding it. May also be erected along the avenue of approach."