can a torii be on the side like this? isnt one supposed to enter a place through a torii? theres some kind of temporary fence on however

Cercamon said in comment #2628932:

can a torii be on the side like this? isnt one supposed to enter a place through a torii? theres some kind of temporary fence on however

It's fairly common to see smaller countryside shrines designed like this, especially if it's the kind of local family-owned shrines. The side path would be taken by the family during daily commune like going shopping, transporting things or otherwise.