Appropriate context? On the approach to a Shrine. It is a religious item as far as I'm concerned and has no other suitable context.

As for leaving the bark on, that is an invitation to insect pests. Red Cedar would be an okay choice for the posts otherwise, though it is rather weak.

And as for the Shinmei style of torii, why that one in particular? There are two different torii that get called 'shinmei'. One has has minimal post splay, and the penetrating tie does not actually penetrate through the posts. The other type called 'shinmei' is has the normal penetrating tie, a stub-post in the middle atop the tie, and a curved double cap. Is there something in particular you like about that style - depending upon which one you mean of course?


~Chris