Shorinzan Dharma Temple｜Quiet gaze surrounded by incense smoke

Year 2025August 2025AugustShorinzan Daruma TempleGunma prefecture (Kantou area)Various SceneryBodhidharma
A softly captured photograph of Daruma visible through the rising incense smoke at Shorinzan Daruma Temple
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This photograph captures Daruma at Shorinzan Daruma Temple, softly enveloped by the incense smoke drifting beyond him. Alongside the rising incense smoke, Daruma's expression, as if quietly watching over, left a lasting impression.For photographing Daruma figures, the main hall of Shōrinzan Daruma Temple is especially recommended. The Daruma statues stand in orderly rows, each possessing distinct expressions and textures while enveloped in a solemn atmosphere. Compositions incorporating the green and red maple leaves or the incense smoke in the foreground naturally reveal a resonance of faith within the photograph. Since shooting conditions vary significantly depending on the time of day and weather, the temple holds a charm that makes you want to visit again and again, enjoying the play of light and shadow.