This photograph captures the bamboo grove at Hōkoku-ji Temple from a low angle, aiming to convey the rhythmic undulation of the bamboo swaying in the wind. The beautiful interplay of green shades and the bamboo's curves creates a composition that evokes the beauty of Japanese landscapes. Located in Kamakura's Jōmyō-ji, Hōkoku-ji Temple is widely known as the "Bamboo Temple" for the beauty of its bamboo grove.The bamboo grove spreading deep within the temple grounds, where countless Moso bamboo shoots stretch straight toward the sky, gives the sensation of stepping into a different world filled with tranquil air. The sound of the wind rustling through the bamboo, the feel of the stone path beneath your feet, and the moments when soft light filters through all work to soothe and calm the hearts of visitors.
- Date of shooting: June 1, 2025
- Photographer: Wabi
- Location: Hōkoku-ji Temple (Kamakura)
- Address: 2-7-4 Jōmyōji, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture
- Photography equipment: Galaxy s21+
