This photograph captures the atmosphere of festival and faith at the Kawasaki Daishi Wind Chime Festival, framing both the decorated wind chime display and the main hall towering in the background. Every summer, the Kawasaki Daishi temple in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, hosts the Wind Chime Festival, where over 900 uniquely crafted wind chimes adorn the temple grounds. Wind chimes gathered from across Japan vary in material and tone, offering a delightful experience where simply walking through the grounds envelops you in the sound of the wind. Among them, unique designs like Daruma dolls, Mount Fuji, and animals are visually fun and irresistibly cute, making you want to take photos. The beautiful scenery combining the wind chimes with the main hall and five-storied pagoda creates a fantastical atmosphere unique to summer at Kawasaki Daishi. It's also gaining attention as a photo-worthy spot trending on social media, making it a recommended summer destination. Enjoy a special moment here, feeling the pleasant breeze and listening to the soothing sounds.
- Date: July 20, 2025
- Photographer: Mr. Pon
- Location：Kawasaki Daishi
- Address: 4-48 Daishi-cho, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, Japan
- Photography equipment: Canon EOS R
- Lens: Canon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
- F value: 2.8
- SS: 1/4000s
- ISO: 800
