Year 2025 Jōmyōji Temple｜Pine Trees and the Buildings of Jōmyōji Temple
This photo was taken at Jomyoji Temple, focusing on the magnificent pine tree and intentionally blurring the temple buildings in the background.
Shrines, Temples, Castles
Year 2025 
Year 2025 Jomyoji Temple｜The whole of Jomyoji Temple from the entrance
This photo was taken from near the entrance of Jomyoji Temple to capture the overall atmosphere of the temple building.
Year 2025 Jōmyōji Temple｜Jōmyōji Temple Through the Azaleas
This photograph was taken by focusing on the azaleas blooming at Jōmyōji Temple and blurring the temple buildings visible in the background.
Year 2025 Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine｜View of Hachimangu Shrine and Fresh Greenery from the Front
This photograph captures Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine from the front, with the spreading fresh greenery in the background accentuating the shrine buildings and creating a scene that evokes the tranquil atmosphere characteristic of Kamakura.
Year 2025 Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine｜View of the shrine and the green depths beyond the bridge
This photograph captures the main shrine building of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu from the front, looking across the bridge in the foreground, and further beyond, the expanse of fresh greenery.
Year 2024 Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜The Cooling Healing of Wind Chimes and a Fantastic Scene
The wind chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine are placed in the shade, making it quite difficult to capture a full photo with a smartphone. Here, I got as close as possible to the wind chimes and focused on the characters to take this shot.
Year 2024 Manganji Temple｜Enjoy Summer's Spectacular Views at the Sunflower Fields
At the sunflower field in Manganji, Chiba, the sunflowers are exceptionally tall, so I thought shooting from a slightly elevated position would create a three-dimensional effect. To capture as many flowers as possible, I cropped the densely packed sections.
Year 2024 Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜A unique perspective of wind chimes and buildings
I tried to take interesting pictures with wind chimes. I tried to take a picture from below and also to include the building with it. If the light is good, I think it will look interesting.
Year 2024 Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜Fu-ring and cool sounds that add color to summer
It is difficult to take pictures of wind chimes with a smartphone, but if you shoot with a 3x zoom, you can get a three-dimensional picture with more depth. If you shoot in a well-lit area, the image may be a little better.
Year 2024 Houtokuji Temple｜Fu-ring and refreshing summer sky
This wind chime was photographed from below in a slightly crouched position. It shows a distant view and the way it is swaying in the wind.
Year 2024 Houtokuji Temple｜Beautiful summer scenery reflected by Japanese umbrella
This photo shows a Japanese umbrella display on a smooth floor. Bring your phone as close to the floor as possible and stand it vertically to take the photo. If the pillars and walls are vertical and parallel, the photo will look less uncomfortable.
Year 2024 Houtokuji Temple｜Summer scenery of fresh green maple leaves and Japanese umbrella
This is an exhibit of Japanese umbrellas reflected on the vine floor, and I took this picture with the maple leaves outside. Depending on where the focus is set, there is a possibility that the maple outside may be blown out, so I made sure the maple was green enough to take the picture.
Year 2024 Houtokuji Temple｜Calm view of Jizo and whooping cherries
The Jizo statue in the temple and the whooping crimson flowers above it were magnificent. I thought that by shooting from an angle down, the pink of the whooping crimson and the blue sky above the Jizo would match the one point of view.
Year 2024 Houtokuji Temple｜A colorful summer tunnel with the sound of wind chimes
I found it difficult to photograph wind chimes with my phone, but luckily the wind was blowing at the right time and the wind chimes were facing forward. I think continuous mode is good for shooting.
Year 2024 Hasedera Temple (Kamakura) | The serene beauty of Hasedera Temple woven by stone statues and hydrangeas
Hydrangeas and stone statues photographed at Hasedera Temple. Hydrangeas bloom discreetly, coloring the stone statues' feet, creating an elegant atmosphere within the quiet surroundings.
Year 2024 Hase-ji Temple (Kamakura)｜A stroll in Kamakura with Jizo and healing Jizo surrounded by fresh greenery
Jizo-san photographed at Hase-ji Temple in Kamakura during the season of fresh greenery. Surrounded by fresh greenery, the Jizo's peaceful expression is a beautiful scene that soothes the heart.
Year 2024 Amabiki Kannon (Amabiki-yama Rakuhōji Temple)｜A Summer Tradition: Enchanting Water Flowers Floating on the Surface
Underwater flowers photographed at the Amabiki Kannon Hydrangea Festival. Colorful hydrangeas float on the water's surface, creating a cool and beautiful scene. It's a moment that offers visitors healing and a taste of summer's coolness.
Year 2024 Amabiki Kannon (Amabiki-yama Rakuhōji Temple)｜Savoring the Beauty of the Rainy Season Amabiki Kannon's Hydrangea Festival and Flowers in the Water
Underwater flowers photographed at the Amabiki Kannon Hydrangea Festival. Colorful hydrangeas float on the water's surface, creating a cool and beautiful scene. It's a moment that offers visitors healing and a taste of summer's coolness.
Year 2024 Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜The Beautiful Melody of Wind Chimes Adorning Summer
Wind chimes photographed at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. Colorful wind chimes sway in the breeze, playing a cool, soothing melody. A beautiful scene unfolds, signaling the arrival of summer and offering visitors a sense of healing.
Year 2024 Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜Enjoy the Cool Scenery at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine's Wind Chime Spot
Wind chimes photographed at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine. Colorful wind chimes sway in the breeze, playing a cool, soothing melody. A beautiful scene unfolds, signaling the arrival of summer and offering visitors a sense of healing.
