Jul 11 2009 | jasohill |
A shinto shrine gate surrounded by a field of corn. Photo taken in Iwate-Machi, Iwate Prefecture.
Original found here:
Shrine in the Corn
Jason is currently a resident of Hachimantai City in Iwate. He came to Japan in 2003 on the JET Programme. He has taught English at almost all levels and currently works in the junior high schools and elementary schools in his area. He has been interested in photography since his junior high school days and his current ambition to become a professional wildlife and landscape photographer. He enjoys hockey and running in his free time. You can find Jason’s main photo collection is on
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Nice picture and especially a superb dramatic image. The Shinto Doors hidden in the shadow side give its true sense to Japanese aesthetic. A little bit of unsaid, unfinished, room for an extra creativity. It feels scary to adventure in the dark. On the other hand, we would like them (hidden doors) to appear more clearly. Your composition is very nice. Good work!
Denis
I love the recurring patterns!
It’s interesting that these gates are red. Is it an Inari shrine or is this also common among other types of Shinto shrines in Iwate?
For me, the best shrines to visit are not the famous ones like Ise or Izumo Taisha, but the ones you see like in the picture above – hidden on small hills that border onto fields. A great photo!