Shirasagi
Shirasagi is a Japanese word that is used to refer to several different types of birds, including the white heron, a rare and large wading bird. Shirasagi is also the namesake of the Nara Period (710-794 AD) aristocratic castle, Kasuga-no-shirasagi, which is dedicated to the powerful god of the harvest, Tajikarawashi-gu.
According to Japanese mythology, the white heron is an object of reverence, representing the ghostly appearances
In addition to its mythological significance, the shirasagi is also associated with imperial rituals, having been
Kasuga-no-shirae- coexist with other sculptures that symbolize humans' natural bond with animals, making the sanctuary a
This reinforces the ability to attribute qualities to the Almighty, typically viewed as a work of art.