Shrines, Temples, Castles

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 2024July 2024JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerywind chime

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 2024July 2024JulyHoutokuji TempleShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful sceneryGunma prefecture (Kantou area)wind chime

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 2024July 2024JulyJapanese umbrellaHoutokuji TempleShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful sceneryGunma prefecture (Kantou area)

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 2024July 2024JulyJapanese umbrellaHoutokuji TempleShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful sceneryGunma prefecture (Kantou area)

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 2024July 2024JulyHoutokuji TempleSarusuri (Japanese snowball)Shrines, Temples, CastlesGunma prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

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 2024July 2024JulyHoutokuji TempleShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful sceneryGunma prefecture (Kantou area)wind chime

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 2024May 2024MayKanagawa prefecture (Kantou area)Shrines, Temples, Castleshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Hase Temple (Kamakura)

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 2024May 2024Maynew green leavesKanagawa prefecture (Kantou area)Shrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful sceneryHase Temple (Kamakura)

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 2024June 2024JuneShrines, Temples, Castleshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Ibaraki prefecture (Kantou area)Amabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple)

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 2024June 2024JuneShrines, Temples, Castleshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Ibaraki prefecture (Kantou area)Amabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple)

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 2024July 2024JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerywind chime

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.

Year 2024July 2024JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerywind chime

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜Summer Healing The Enchanting Wind Chime Scenery at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

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 2024July 2024JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerywind chime

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜The Summer Charm of Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, Where Colorful Wind Chimes Sway

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 2024July 2024JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerywind chime

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜Summer Tradition Feel the Cool Sound of Wind Chimes at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

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 2024July 2024JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerywind chime

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜A Wind Chime Walk at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, Shimmering in Light and Breeze

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 2024July 2024JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerywind chime

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜Harmony of Wind Chimes Offering Coolness and History

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 2024July 2024JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerywind chime

Zenchōji Temple｜Escape the clamor and find solace in the lotus-filled tranquility of Zenchōji Temple in early summer

A lotus flower blooming quietly at Zenchōji Temple in early summer. Amidst the stillness, a single lotus blossoms serenely, its pure beauty resonating deeply. A hidden gem in Kawagoe City.

Year 2024July 2024JulyZenchōji TempleSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Shrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerylotus

Zenchōji Temple｜The modest beauty of each lotus flower blooming at Zenchōji Temple

A lotus flower blooming quietly at Zenchōji Temple in early summer. Amidst the stillness, a single lotus blossoms serenely, its pure beauty resonating deeply. A hidden gem in Kawagoe City.

Year 2024July 2024JulyZenchōji TempleSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Shrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerylotus

Musashi Iwatsuki's Chief Shrine, Hisuizū Shrine｜The Glow of Red and Blue Wind Chime Scenery at Musashi Iwatsuki's Chief Shrine, Hisuizū Shrine

Blue and red wind chimes photographed at Kuizu Shrine, the general guardian of Bushu-Iwatsuki. The vivid colors sway with cool tones, creating a beautiful scene that reminds us of the coming of summer. It offers healing to visitors.

Year 2024July 2024JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kuizu Shrine, the general guardian of Bushu-IwatsukiShrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful scenerywind chime