Hōkoku-ji Temple (Kamakura) | Gentle Scenery of Jizō Statues and Hydrangeas

Year 2025June 2025JuneHōkoku-ji Temple (Kamakura)Kanagawa prefecture (Kantou area)hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
At Hōkoku-ji Temple (Kamakura), a photo capturing what I felt was "a gentle scene of Jizō statues and hydrangeas."

This photograph captures the Jizō statues lining the entrance path of Hōkoku-ji Temple, alongside the hydrangeas blooming beside them. The combination of the gentle-faced Jizō and the seasonal flowers brings a sense of calm to the heart.Hōkoku-ji Temple in Kamakura is known for its beautiful bamboo grove spreading across the grounds. Cherished as the "Bamboo Temple" for its tranquility, the space filled with approximately 2,000 Moso bamboo stalks is imbued with the solemnity of nature, creating a sense of being detached from the pace of the city. The scenery woven by bamboo, wind, and light gently soothes the hearts of visitors.

Date & TimeJune 1, 2025
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationHōkoku-ji Temple (Kamakura)
Address2-7-4 Jomyoji, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids1/400s
ISO800
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