Home of the biggest bell in Kamakura.
え is for Engaku-ji
い is for Inari
Inari, or O-Inari-san, is the Shinto god of rice. He’s often depicted with a few foxes — his messengers — so it’s not surprising that shrines dedicated to O-Inari-san overflow with fox statues and trinkets. Sasuke Inari Shrine, Kamakura’s shrine dedicated to O-Inari-san, is no different, with foxes here, there and everywhere; in every nook and cranny of … Continue reading い is for Inari
あ is for Amanawa Shinmei Jinja
Amanawa Jinja, which enshrines Amaterasu, the sun goddess, is the oldest shrine in Kamakura.
Kamakura in Kana
Introducing Kamakura, one kana at a time.
Wishing You a (belated) Happy New Year
This past year was a busy one at Inn By The Sea Kamakura. Not only was it full of guests, we also welcomed a new family member, Nanami, in April. Between everyday chores and keeping N alive and thriving, our photo blog fell by the wayside. Now that 2018 is upon us, and wee N … Continue reading Wishing You a (belated) Happy New Year
Breakfast In Kamakura
Morning eats in the Kamakura area
Happy New Year!
Wishing all a happy, healthy and prosperous 2017. あけましておめでとうございます。今年も、宜しくお願い致します。
The Sun Goes Down on 2016 (and Mt. Fuji)
Jizo-Sama
Hase Dera has a truly astounding number of Jizo-sama figurines.
Incense Sticks
Incense for sale at Hase Dera. Light the incense, stick it in the ashes, and wash the incense smoke over your body to heal wherever ails you.
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