Monday, January 4, 2010

New Year preparation on Hachimangu

Hachimangu torii
New Year visit to the temple (Hatsumode) is one of busiest time for temples in Japan.
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu in Kamakura is one of the most popular destinations in Japan with over two million visitors.

ninrikisha in Hachimangu
The temple is normally full of visitors on weekends, but it was incredibly not busy in the eve of the New Year.

Dankazura
The temple is normally accessed by the Dankazura approach, the path is lined with cherry trees that can be fully enjoyed in spring.

Hatsumode vendors
The approach before the main shrine is lined with vendors that sell food and souvenirs to temple visitors.

Hachimangu
The Main shrine is on top of a terrace accessed by a wide stairway. The shrine is considered an important cultural property by the Japanese government.

Spanish

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