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takisoe ishi
滝添石・滝副石

cascade-supporting stone


One of the key stones comprising a waterfall stone arrangement. It is set next to the cascade stone in accordance with the latter's shape, forming the central part of the waterfall's design. It is also called the stone of Fudō.


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