Okinawa, Japan | A Surprising

Okinawa, Japan | A Surprising Discovery at a LEGO Store: Shisa Dog Building Blocks, Bring Your Guardian Deity Home

Walking into a shopping mall in Okinawa, Japan, I expected the LEGO store to be the familiar world of building blocks: colorful blocks and classic character collections, dazzling the eyes of both young and old. Unexpectedly, what captivated me most wasn't the spectacular models on display, but the "Okinawa Exclusive Shisa Dog" building blocks quietly displayed in a corner.

At that moment, a strange sense of contrast emerged in my mind. Shisa Dog, originally a stone guardian deity, crouched on rooftops or in courtyards, warding off wind and evil spirits with a majestic posture. Today, it has been transformed into a sculpture made of small building blocks, with a smiling expression, appearing both adorable and heartwarming.

Post by 諸文武 | Sep 28, 2025