Complex sentence: The "shibi" or fishtail-like ornaments at either end of the ridgepole are shaped with stylized scales or feathers, while the front doors of the shrine, on its long side, are approached by means of a small flight of steps.
Split into simpler sentences: The "shibi" or fishtail-like ornaments at either end of the ridgepole are adorned with stylized scales or feathers. The front doors of the shrine, on its long side, are approached by means of a small flight of steps.