Snow piled up in Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture.

It is a guardian dog of Zenkoji in Nagano Prefecture

Todaiji Temple is so awesome. I remember the first time I went there. I had a professor in college (awesome guy btw) who told the class about his trip there when he was doing research and he told us how massive the temple was. He showed us a picture and pointed out how the people looked like ants in front of the temple. I believed him that it was large of course but I figured maybe it was just the photo's perspective making it look larger. Oh boy, was I in for a treat when I actually got to the temple. It was seriously MASSIVE and the incense burner that he mentioned was out front as well so it was cool that I got to experience all of the things that he was able to experience in the past. I guess that's one thing that makes historical places like this so extraordinary- being able to connect with the past without actually being there. I really loved all the small models there as well lol! I'll certainly never forget my trip to Todaiji and I'd love to visit Nara again when I get the chance.

Glossy day In Kyoto

Long day out today. Figured I'd check everyone's posts before bed and wow! I'd not heard of Mt. Yoshino, although I can see why Toyotomi Hideyoshi would have loved it. The scenery is truly beautiful here. I can't even imagine how beautiful the cherry blossoms must be if they're even more amazing than the snowy landscape in this photo. I suppose Kinpusenji Temple is the large building just to the right of the center of the photo. I'd love to give it a visit. It's Nara too, so hopefully I can see some deer during my visit. If not then I'll just have to stop by the park to watch people being chased for their crackers😂 Lovely place though, I'm interested in seeing what it looks like in Autumn as well. Japan never ceases to amaze me with it's colorful foliage so I can imagine Mt. Yoshino is no exception either!

This photo captures the essence of Kyoto so well in my opinion. Cherry blossoms and a yakatabune. It's so simple and yet so elegant at the same time. I like how the boat is just slightly obscured by the cherry blossoms and you can feel how the wood on the roof of the boat has aged just by looking at it. Kyoto has so many beautiful sights to see and experiences to try. I'm looking forward to one of these boat rides the next time I go, and I'm also planning on visiting a kawadoko because I've eaten by a river before so I know how refreshing it is, but I've never eaten OVER a river before (inside a boat maybe but this is different) so I'm looking forward to a new experience. Going to have to visit all the temples and shrines I didn't have the chance to visit before as well.

Man the autumn colors sure were beautiful this year. Hopefully they're just as nice this year. I have no doubt in my mind that they will be. It's been a while since I went to Nara, but I always love watching the videos of deer chasing people around for crackers 😂 I've yet to go to Hasedera Temple though, it seems like it's not as well known as some of the other ones. Not sure why though, as it looks absolutely beautiful with all the natural scenery surrounding it. The pagoda looks really cool as well. I'm a huge fan of pagodas for some reason though lol. The 3rd picture of the temple kind of makes it look like the common photo you see of Kiyomizudera, but mirrored on the left side instead of the right. Just an interesting observation I had.

Had a blast going to Sensoji Last year and had some really good ramen in the area as well. Would have loved to go this year as well, but probably better to not. Haven't gotten to ride a rickshaw at Sensoji yet but it definitely seems like a lot of fun. I rode one with my girlfriend when we went to Hirosaki Castle a few years ago and it was a blast. The rickshaw puller? was really cool and gave us a lot of facts about the castle and told some stories and we had a really great time. I never knew about the Kabuki thief characters that were in the area. I'll have to keep an eye out for them when I get the chance to visit Asakusa again in the future. I've also wondered how comfortable the tabi shoes are too, maybe I'll pick some up next time, they look really fashionable actually! The guy pulling the rickshaw in the video was really nice as well, really cool that they have tours in English for non Japanese speakers.

There is a breath that feels something

Water bowl at Shōrinji Temple It is overflowing with flowers

I came to ask Mr. Favor I wish to rub your favor with a cloth that wipes all diseases, and then rub the part of my body that I want to heal.

A five-storied pagoda standing in the midst of colored autumn leaves

That Oda Nobunaga aimed to unify the world from here "Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture"! Gifu City, located in the middle of the Japan, is famous as a hot spring resort, and is a town with a strong history of traditional culture such as the Nagara River Ukai, which has a history of 1,300 years, and lattice buildings. The entire video also introduces scenic spots and sightseeing spots such as Mt. Kinka, Nagara River, Gifu Castle (Inabayama Castle), and Nagara River Ukai! Tonight, online GoTo travel 🚙💨 to "Gifu City" located in the center of the Japan

We had a live performance at Kurodani Temple in Kyoto! The special night visit is actually from the 13th, but I am honored to have it specially lit up and write with a wonderful garden in the background.

Kodaiji Temple with a nice appearance

Nara, Todaiji Temple. Fantastic illumination. A fusion of old and new!

Todaiji Temple. Sickness elimination. It is the day of the Great Buddha Autumn Festival (o^^o) Solemn and moderate. Photo by SONYα7Ⅱ

Nara, the autumn festival of Todaiji Temple. Recreate the procession of the old people. It is the day of the memorial service of Emperor Koken. Thinking of our predecessors. Photo by SONYα7Ⅱ

One piece at a temple in Wakayama Prefecture. Cherry blossoms bloom as if covering the approach, When viewed from above, it looked as if it was wrapped in cherry blossoms. Also, the western sun was shining and the cherry blossoms were dyed orange, which was very beautiful.

It is a five-storied pagoda of Hokanji Temple in Kyoto. There was a cute ice cream shop nearby, and when I went inside, I took a picture 📷 of ice cream ❤️ with a five-storied pagoda painted on it as a commemorative photo.

Iwafune-dera Temple, Kyoto. It is a temple called Ajisai Temple. The autumn leaves are also beautiful and make you feel the beauty of the Japan.

Mount Yoshino is said to have been loved by Hideyoshi Ōko. Mt. Yoshino is famous for its cherry blossoms, but the snowy scenery is also exceptional. This scenery can be seen several times a year. The snowy scenery dyed in white silver and the presence of Kinpusanji Temple are irresistible.

Wakayama Prefecture, Koyasan Okunoin. It is believed that Kazuhisa Kukai still lives there and continues to meditate in hopes of world peace and the happiness of the people, and many visitors visit not only from Japan but also from overseas. There are a huge number of events in Koyasan throughout the year, but among them, "living sacrifice" is one of the ceremonies that has been continued for 1,200 years from the time of entering the temple to the present. This is a ceremony to deliver food to Kukai, who is waiting at the shrine, and is held twice a day. This is a photo of a live sacrifice on a snowy day.

Nachi Falls Canon eos 5d + ef24-70mm f2.8 Lightroom

Sunrise in Kyoto Canon eos 5d + ef24-70mm f2.8 Lightroom

Cherry blossoms at Kokawaji Temple in Wakayama Prefecture. It is a very beautiful temple with cherry blossoms in front and behind the mountain gate. It is very dramatic when the silhouette of a person is sandwiched.

Autumn leaves illuminated at "Kodaiji Temple" in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture.

The Yasaka tower seen from around Kodaiji Temple.

Autumn leaves at "Tofukuji Temple" in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture.

Light up "Toji Temple" in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. Autumn foliage season.