Lanterns are one of my favourite parts of summer festivals. And Amanawa Jinja has a nice collection of bright, colourful lanterns.
Photo of the Day: Heading to the Matsuri
To matsuri properly, one must invest in some traditional Japanese clothing. The kiddies in this photo are wearing yukata, or summer kimono made of cotton. Small kids and boys can also wear jimbei, a short-and-top combination. I'm a big fan of jimbei—they're fantastically comfortable—but I've been told it's not becoming of a grown, child-having woman … Continue reading Photo of the Day: Heading to the Matsuri
Photo of the Day: Amanawa Jinja Matsuri
Amanawa Jinja hosts one of the last bon festivals of the summer in this area. Being one of the last doesn't mean people are too tired to celebrate, however. The place was packed, and over the next few days, I'll post festival photos. I'm starting small today, with just the shrine's lanterns.
Photo of the Day: Growing Persimmons
Well, it's beginning to feel a bit like fall. Persimmons are a fall fruit in Japan. When I first came to Tokyo almost ten years ago, I had never seen one before. I didn't even know what colour "persimmon" was. My first trip home, I was surprised to see a whole display of them at … Continue reading Photo of the Day: Growing Persimmons
Photo of the Day: Indigo Crane
There's a really neat little shop between Hasedera and Kosoku-ji that sells all sorts of Japanese goods. Behind this curtain is the shop's display room. In late February and early March, an antique set of Girls' Festival dolls are set up. Now, merchandise is displayed where the dolls sat, but the various sandals, kimono and … Continue reading Photo of the Day: Indigo Crane
Photo of the Day: Narrow Alley
It's no secret that Japan is, in many places, a labyrinth of narrow, winding alleyways. We even have one of our own, just in front of the inn. Sure, it's pretty short, and only a tiny bit winding, but it is narrow enough that even a kei-car would get stuck halfway through. It's a popular … Continue reading Photo of the Day: Narrow Alley
Photo of the Day: Bright Pink
If Hisashi had his way, our entire yard would be nothing but hibiscus. Which isn't a bad thing at all. How can you hate a flower that looks good even in black-and-white?
Photo of the Day: Bubbles
Big bubbles blown by the wind float down our alley. The wind has since died down, which is unfortunate because now the humidity is just hanging over everything.
Photo of the Day: Sparkle, Sparkle
Oh, how I love summer sparklers.
Photo of the Day: Red Flag
The sharks are out. Our neighbour says that in 60 years, he can't recall there ever being a shark-related swimming prohibition, but there is a first time for everything, of course. So, until tomorrow, the beach is closed to swimmers. Too bad for all those who came down for a dip!
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