Karasawazawa Shrine | The Shrine Gate Decorated with Japanese Umbrellas and Wind Chimes

2026August 2026AugustKarasawazawa ShrineTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Shrines, Temples, Castles
I took this photo from a short distance away of the gate at Karasawa Shrine, which was decorated with traditional Japanese umbrellas and wind chimes.

This photo was taken from a slight distance at Karasawazama Shrine, capturing the shrine gate, which is festively decorated with traditional Japanese umbrellas and wind chimes. It captures a wide view of the shrine grounds—a scene unique to summer at Karasawazama Shrine.

Date & TimeAugust 8, 2026 *There is a photo diary.
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationKarasawazawa Shrine
Address1409 Fuji-cho, Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids1/1000s
ISO800
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