azalea

This photograph dramatically captures the sunrise spreading across the mountains from near the summit of Shiofune Kannon Temple.

This photograph captures the gentle morning light beginning to filter into Shiofune Kannon Temple during the still-dim hours.

This photo captures the landscape woven by light and shadow as the morning sun rose high, along with the azalea-lined path, all viewed from an elevated vantage point.

This photograph captures the interplay of light and shadow, taken at the time when light began to enter, with careful consideration of the arrangement of the building and azaleas.

This photograph captures the moment when the morning light shone brightly through the azaleas, capturing their brilliance.

This photo was taken from below, looking up at the azaleas and the statue of Kannon, to create a sense of three-dimensionality and depth.

This photo was taken from the temple bell tower overlooking the entire temple grounds, along with the quiet atmosphere.