Shisa

Shisa is a type of statue from Okinawa, Japan that looks like a cross between a dog and a lion. They are meant to be protectors against bad luck and evil spirits.

Shisas come in pairs and are often put on either side of a house or building to guard it. One shisa has an open mouth, which is said to scare away evil spirits, while the other has a closed mouth, which is meant to keep good luck inside.

Shisas are often brightly colored and decorated with interesting patterns or symbols. Some people even have shisas that they hang in their cars or wear as jewelry for good luck.

Overall, shisas are important symbols of protection and good fortune in Okinawan culture.