As always love all of these pictures, but most especially your country's torii gates. There's just something about stepping past them that feels magical, like being.... 'Spirited Away' and yet invited into the bosom of Japan.
You may already know this, but just before passing through the torii gate, bow once, avoid the center of the torii gate, and walk a little to the right or left. (The center of the approach is said to be the place where the gods pass.)
If you do these things, everyone will look up to you. However, it cannot be said that many Japanese people practice this manner.
I have so many photos from circa 2016-2018 when I lived in Japan and started photography. They're trapped on an old computer. I should try to resurrect them. I love your substack btw.
Thank you so much. It's an honor.
As always love all of these pictures, but most especially your country's torii gates. There's just something about stepping past them that feels magical, like being.... 'Spirited Away' and yet invited into the bosom of Japan.
You may already know this, but just before passing through the torii gate, bow once, avoid the center of the torii gate, and walk a little to the right or left. (The center of the approach is said to be the place where the gods pass.)
If you do these things, everyone will look up to you. However, it cannot be said that many Japanese people practice this manner.
I had forgotten it, alright so pass to the right, but before doing so bow once. I will have to remember that
I have so many photos from circa 2016-2018 when I lived in Japan and started photography. They're trapped on an old computer. I should try to resurrect them. I love your substack btw.
Thank you so much. By the way, have you ever lived in Japan? I'm sure the photos taken at that time are waiting for their turn.
Yes! I lived in Japan for three years. I miss it deeply every day.
It seems like your days in Japan are wonderful memories.