This is the ceiling painting "Twin Dragon Ceiling" taken at Kenninji Temple, which I visited on a walk in Kyoto sometime. When I heard about the photo contest on Japanese history being held in 2024 Year of the Dragon, this photo was the first thing that came to mind. Dragons have been the subject of worship and worship since ancient times! Kyoto, dragons, temples, and other elements are all suitable for the subject of Japanese history, so I decided to post it.

Early April Ueno Park Tsutendo and Ninja Pond There are many shrub cherry blossoms on the promenade surrounding the pond, so it is a good place to take a two-shot with the cherry blossoms. The sun was setting on the way from the park to the temple, and by the time we passed through the temple and came out on the promenade, lights began to light up here and there. While enjoying the illuminated cherry blossoms at night, I turned around for about half a circle, and the scenery unique to the magic hour, which made me feel like an oasis in the city, was reflected in the water mirror. It seemed that an idol was performing live at a nearby stadium, and the cheerful and cute voices of cheerleading echoed through the pond, making people who came and went smile. At the beginning of the evening, it seems that the bustle has only just begun.

At Kenfukuji Temple in Takato-cho, Ina City, Nagano Prefecture, there is a master craftsman in Takato Masonry, by Sadaharu Moriya. The illuminated stone Buddha was artistic, giving the impression that I was watching a museum exhibition, and I couldn't help but say, "It's amazing." The cherry blossoms and autumn leaves are wonderful, but I also liked the nostalgic place with a lot of historical heritage.

Old-fashioned shopping street and five-story pagoda * The shopping street was not vacant. Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture Echizen Daibutsu

Kamakura Meigetsu-in Temple's Window of Enlightenment On a sunny holiday, I visited Kita-Kamakura. Even in the middle of April, the cherry blossoms turn into leaf cherry blossoms and the landscape is a little lonely, but the scenery glimpsed behind this circular window is deep green, and I could already feel the Omen of summer. Behind the dimly lit Main Shrine, the colorful cut-out composition of the Garden illuminated by natural light is like looking at a painting. No matter what time you visit, you will be able to enjoy the beauty of the four seasons.

Vegetarian cuisine is said to have been brought back from China by Dogen, the founder of the Soto School, during the Kamakura period. After a long history, Japan has evolved along with the growing health consciousness, and various Vegetarian cuisine can be tasted in various places.

"Flower Temple" Choukokuji Temple Sakurai City, Nara Choukokuji Temple

Photographed 3/30/24. It is a drooping cherry blossom in the middle of the temple.

Photographed 3/30/24. It is a drooping cherry blossom in the middle of the temple.

Located in Ume Plum City, Tokyo, Shiofune Kannonji Temple. Except for Kyushu, there are not many places where you can see so many azaleas.

Photographed 3/30/24. It is a drooping cherry blossom in Kitain.

Sumiyoshi Shrine This shrine is located in Kakuda City, Miyagi Prefecture, and is said to have been founded on March 29, 1326 in the first year of the Kareki calendar Kamakura period by soliciting the spirits of Sumiyoshi Shrine in Kitsu Province present-day Osaka City. The cherry blossoms in full bloom on the approach road of about 100 meters are very impressive, and it is a hidden gem spot for hidden cherry blossoms.

Photographed 4/20/24. It is a lion dance at Kannonji. Sasara is said to be a bamboo musical instrument that Hanagasa is holding in his hand.

Byodo-in Temple and Wisteria Flowers 🟣 This is also a 😍 superb view 🗓️2024.4.20 📷Canon R10 🏞️Kyoto

Mii-dera Temple in Shiga Prefecture The cherry blossoms on the stage are lit up. Please go see 😊 this scene once 🗓️2024.4. 📷Canon R10 🏞️Kyoto

I went to Soneji Temple in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. I was sorry that the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, but the road to the temple was full of cherry blossom petals, and I felt as if I was surrounded by cherry blossoms from top to bottom.

It is the cherry blossom of Tsubohanji Temple in Nara Prefecture. The sight of cherry blossoms in full bloom along with the Big Buddha and historical buildings is a symbol of spring in Japan.

Every year, I can't stop getting excited about how to take pictures of Tsubosaka-dera Temple. Takatori Town, Nara Tsubosaka-dera Temple April 2024

Photographed 4/8/24. It is the five-storied pagoda and cherry blossoms of Kita-in. 🌸

Choukokuji Temple 2024 Spring A glimpse of cherry blossoms in the back. Sakurai City, Nara Choukokuji Temple

We share a paper cutout shuin stamps with the motif of Kushiro Marshland. From April, the lower paper has been changed to a gradation.

Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms at Hokame 🌸 Temple lit up My last post was a daytime photo, so I chose a photo with the same angle! It's even more beautiful when it's 🥹 lit up

Kinchyan Comes to Kogaku-in Cherry Tree Planting Festival Sunday, April 14 at 1:00 PM At Kogaku-in (Sannomiya 682) The Itoen-sponsored annual Kinichi Hagimoto Cherry Tree Planting Festival will be held under the banner “Let’s create a new cherry blossom spot in Isehara!” Kinichi Hagimoto, known as Kinchyan, will attend on the day There will also be a talk show by Kinchyan. Inquiries: Noman Temple Tel: 0463-95-0967

Hokameji Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms 🌸 It is estimated to be about 300 years old! It is ✨ lit up at night

Gifu Castle over the cherry blossoms although it is small I took an aerial shot with a drone from the back of Linyang Temple. Rinyoji Temple, Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture March 2024 🔴 If you would like to take a photo, please cooperate with 🙇 ♂️ the "Cherry Blossom Fund" * Aerial photography is taken with the permission of the priest. * Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Comprehensive Flight Permit has been obtained. * Flight plan report and flight log book have been prepared.

I took an aerial view of Linyang Temple in spring. It is a popular temple in Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms. There is also a limited time illumination. * If you are going, please cooperate with the Cherry Blossom Fund. * Aerial photography is taken with the permission of the priest. * Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Comprehensive Flight Permit has been obtained. * Flight plan report and flight log book have been prepared.

【Open to the public once every 33 years】Hattasan Choukokuji Temple 3 days from March 16 ~ 18, 2024. Once every 33 years, the secret Buddha, the eleven-sided Kannon statue, was opened to the public. Harashichigo Kanseon Bodhisattva, which was called the guardian Kannon of Hara Nanago, has been worshipped by people since ancient times. During the three days of the open to the public, many people crowded with prayers. In addition, the main hall has been designated as an important cultural property of Japan as a valuable building that preserves the architectural style of the Muromachi period. This year also marks the 500th anniversary of the reconstruction of the main hall.

"Shidarezakura weeping cherry blossoms" covering the temple Rinyoji Temple, Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture

Isehara Flower Report for March 14 The ume (Japanese plum) at Hyuga Yakushi is still viewable The almond blossoms at Maruyama Castle Ruins Park are in bud The weeping cherry at Mishima Shrine is in bud The Okame cherry along Oyama Shinmichi has passed its peak Temperatures are rising, and spring is finally arriving The long-awaited days for flower viewing are just around the corner Our staff predicts that many spots will reach peak bloom around the 20th A resident cat was running around the grounds of Hyuga Yakushi

I wanted to take a spring-like photo, so I took a photo walk in Asakusa. The Plum blossoms that fill the screen become a picture frame in a good way and bring out the charm of the five-storied pagoda.