This photograph captures the entire main hall of Kashōzan Ryūge-in Miroku-ji Temple from a slight distance. I was instantly overwhelmed by the sheer power of the enormous tengu mask visible inside the hall.Kashōzan Ryūge-in Miroku-ji Temple, a popular photography spot in Gunma Prefecture, features a massive tengu mask enshrined in its main hall that exudes an overwhelming presence. While a direct frontal shot is classic, an angled shot utilizing natural light beautifully highlights the mask's shadows and contours, resulting in a truly powerful photograph. The temple grounds also feature a stone statue of a crow tengu, which pairs exceptionally well with fresh greenery or autumn foliage, making it a recommended spot for capturing photos that truly convey the season.
| Date & Time | August 3, 2025 *There is a photo diary. |
| photographer | without batting an eyelid |
| Location | Shakyasan Ryuka-in Maitreya Temple |
| Address | 445 Kamishachi-cho, Numata City, Gunma Prefecture |
| Photography Equipment | Canon EOS R |
| lens | Canon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM |
| F value | 7.1 |
| suspended solids | 1/125s |
| ISO | 1600 |
| Shooting route on the same day | Tanbara Lavender Park →directional marker or indicatorShakyasan Ryuka-in Maitreya Temple →directional marker or indicatorNasataka Observatory Flower Hill →directional marker or indicatorShorinzan Daruma Temple |
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