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Pete_from_Finland @petefromfinland.bsky.social · 16h

I’ve checked my emergency supplies. The naive national recommendation of a three-day supply isn’t enough. I’m starting to stock up. Perhaps the world would look safer if I lay on the floor for a moment... yes, it seems the ceiling is worth a closer look, too.

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 19h

Our Monday afternoon selection is a set of misty morning and foggy evening shots taken around Finland. Photos shared on IG by jarmo.manninen, pauliina_photography, helilaitinennn, and peace_panen: www.instagram.com/p/DeHRSvADD4I/

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Captured in striking nocturnal solitude by photographer Masahisa Uemura, this magnificent astrophotograph presents the legendary Hashigui Rocks (Hashigui-iwa) of Kushimoto in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, standing sentinel beneath the radiant expanse of the Milky Way (Amanogawa).

Stretching in a remarkable 850-meter line toward Kii-Ōshima Island along the southern tip of the Kii Peninsula, this geological marvel comprises approximately 85 towering quartz-diorite sea stacks carved by millennia of wave action. Designated a National Natural Monument and Place of Scenic Beauty, the site is steeped in Shinto and Buddhist folklore. Legend attributes these megalithic pillars to Kōbō Daishi (Kūkai), the revered 9th-century founder of Esoteric Shingon Buddhism, who reportedly attempted to construct a stone bridge across the bay in a single night after being challenged by an oni (demon); when a trick robs him of time before dawn, he abandons the task, leaving only these monumental "bridge posts" (hashigui) rising from the sea.

Uemura’s long-exposure composition creates a dramatic cosmological dialogue between terrestrial geology and the deep sky. The exposure reveals the luminous arch of the galaxy, its dense stellar fields and dark cosmic dust lanes sweeping diagonally over the monoliths. Artificial coastal lighting bathes the base of the rock formations in warm, golden-amber hues, providing a striking contrast against the cool, dark blues and obsidian tones of the night sky. The raking light emphasizes the rugged, vertical striations of the stone, giving the ancient geological structures a sculptural, almost architectural presence against the calm waters below.

Aesthetically, the image invokes the classic Japanese sense of yūgen—a deep, mysterious grace that hints at the vast, ungraspable scale of the cosmos. By framing this sacred coastal landscape beneath the eternal starry canopy, the photograph connects the sacred geography of the Kii mountain region and its historic pilgrimage traditions with the art of modern astrophotography. Through its harmony of warm terrestrial light, ancient rock, and celestial infinity, the image offers a sublime meditation on myth, geological time, and the quiet majesty of the natural world.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Steps leading to a temple in Noboriro, Japan.

Ascending into the atmospheric stillness of the night, a grand covered stone stairway (Noborirō) climbs steeply beneath a rhythmic timber arcade. Lined along every stone step, small square paper lanterns cast a soft, candlelight glow across the weathered flags, while iconic oval paper lanterns (chōchin) hang suspended from the heavy wooden ceiling beams above. The warm, amber radiance filters through white washi paper, carving an illuminated path through the surrounding darkness. The stark contrast between the coarse, unpainted timber posts, the smooth stone steps, and the gentle, flickering halos of light creates a deeply tactile sensory atmosphere: the cool night air of the mountain, the faint aroma of incense drifting from above, and the hushed, reverent stillness of a sacred ascent.
Located at Hase-dera in Sakurai, Nara Prefecture, this famous 399-step covered corridor—known as the Noborirō (登廊)—was originally erected in 1039 by Chinen, a priest of Kasuga Taisha Shrine, in gratitude for a miraculous healing. Functioning as the primary pilgrimage approach from the Niomon Gate to the temple's National Treasure Main Hall (Hondō), the stairway features three distinct sections hung with unique oval "Hase-style" lanterns. During special evening illuminations such as the annual Kannon Mantōe (Ten Thousand Lantern Ceremony), hundreds of lanterns are lit to guide pilgrims toward the temple's 10-meter gilded Eleven-Faced Kannon statue.

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Tanuki.no.mori @tanukinomori.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Red spider lilies along the river in Kyoto 🌺  Higanbana bloom for only about a week around the autumn equinox, lining the water in crimson. A quiet walk, the sound of the current, and the first breath of autumn.

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Kizuどん @kizu-kagoshima.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

10/5 Mon.　　　　　　　#KizuJapan 🇯🇵 📸 長崎市　「長崎くんち」 2026. 10/7〜10/9 An international autumn festival 🐉♪ 　　　　　　　　　　　　Nagasaki City

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Kilian Schönberger @kilianschoenberger.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Back to the Roots Mystical trees surrounded by an enchanted atmosphere. Forests feel like Home. Germany #landscapephotography #landschaftsfotografie #fog #forest

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Kilian Schönberger @kilianschoenberger.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Getting Closer Minimalistic approach today Bavaria,Germany #landscapephotography #landschaftsfotografie #moon

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Paul Willson @pauljwillson.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Season of the mists

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David Blanchflower BSc @davidbflower.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

The Pleiades and Andromeda Galaxy from last night. 3 October 2026. 🔭 🧪 🎨 #astrophotography #SciArt #photography #StormHour #ThePhotoHour

The Andromeda galaxy at centre with galaxy M110 above. Many star dots.

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Pete_from_Finland @petefromfinland.bsky.social · 20h

Up and running. Keeps the hobby room dust-free. Balance in the universe. I saved €180 by repairing the power supply. Now I can buy a new filter pack that costs €180.

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Pete_from_Finland @petefromfinland.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

It's alive! Power supply fixed. Couple of capacitors and diodes needed. Included reenactment pictures why -1 night sleep...

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Pete_from_Finland @petefromfinland.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

" The song 'See' by the Finnish progressive folk-trio Auri is a sparse, mystical track that explores perception, inner awakening, and the surreal, hidden layers of existence. " youtu.be/5SoQkwXuaTw?...

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Tanuki.no.mori @tanukinomori.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Early autumn morning in Kyoto 🍂 Soft light on quiet streets, ginkgo leaves just starting to turn, a willow by the canal, and the first red spider lilies. The air finally feels fresh again.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Along the Kamo River (Kamogawa) in Kyoto, Japan.

Seated quietly along the grassy embankment of the Kamo River (Kamogawa) at dusk (tasogaredoki), a figure dressed in elegant wafuku gazes across the water toward the softly glowing riverside of Kyoto. Her kimono showcases a striking, modernist arrangement of bold crimson bands and slate-grey blocks, gathered by a dark, structured obi that features a golden embroidered crest framed within a circular shippō (overlapping geometric ring) motif. Across the dark, reflective river, the traditional wooden dining platforms (kamogawa yuka) attached to historic townhouses come alive with golden lantern light, casting warm ribbons of amber radiance over the water beneath a lavender and peach twilight sky. The scene evokes a tranquil, multi-sensory atmosphere: the cool river breeze rising off the current, the soft rustle of evening grasses along the stone bank, the distant hum of quiet conversation drifting from open-air terraces, and the calm, lingering stillness of day giving way to night.

For centuries, the Kamo River has served as the cultural and social heart of Kyoto, serving as a gathering place where city life meets the natural environment. The elevated wooden decks—known as yuka or kawatoko—date back to the Edo period, originally erected by local merchants and tea houses during the warm summer months to afford guests cool river breezes (noryō) and scenic water views. The figure's attire embodies the vibrant evolution of Japanese textile culture, where traditional kimono silhouettes embrace graphic, mid-century geometric sensibilities. From the sharp alignment of the dye-dyed panels to the delicate needlework (shishū) detailing the obi, the ensemble honors monozukuri (artisanal craftsmanship and material mastery), bringing high textile artistry into the casual elegance of daily urban life.

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Our Sunday afternoon selection is a set of sunsets and sunrises from around Finland. Photos shared on IG by pirres_images, aulisorjonen, huulari85, and anitamouhu: www.instagram.com/p/DeEsaCFjMmb/

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Paul Willson @pauljwillson.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Light the land

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Peter Lewis @peterlewis55.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

The Horsehead and Flame Nebulae! An hour before the autumn mist set in this morning, my scope was trained on the horse! #astronomy #astrophotography

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Steve Brown - astronomy and astrophotography @sjbastro.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

4th October: Saturn reaches opposition today. The planet and its rings will be at their brightest around this date. Find #Saturn in the constellation of Cetus. The planet is always a beautiful sight through a telescope. #Astronomy

Stellarium graphic showing the position of Saturn in the night sky on 4 October 2026 at 23:00 BST (22:00 UT). The surrounding constellations are labelled.

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David Blanchflower BSc @davidbflower.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The Pleiades (M45). 3 October 2026. 🔭 🧪 🎨 #astrophotography #SciArt #photography #StormHour #ThePhotoHour

The Pleiades cluster of stars at centre with many faint star dots.

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David Blanchflower BSc @davidbflower.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

The Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with Galaxy M110. 3 October 2026. 🔭 🧪 🎨 #astrophotography #SciArt #photography #StormHour #ThePhotoHour

The Andromeda galaxy at centre with galaxy M110 above and many faint star dots.

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Our Saturday afternoon selection is a set of aerial and drone shots taken around Finland. Photos shared on IG by starofmooria, joonasvirlanderphotography, sidelnikov, and cinemanssi: www.instagram.com/p/DeB5_BfjDVR/

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

For no reason at all, here's a selection of photos of wolves in the Finnish wild shared by @KRossinen on Twitter: x.com/KRossinen Learn more about the rich diversity of Finnish wildlife: www.discoveringfinland.com/nature-attra...

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Soaking in hot springs (onsen) holds a central position in Japanese cultural life and wellness heritage, rooted in ancient Shinto traditions of ritual purification (misogi) and the therapeutic practice of tōji (healing bath retreats).

Framed by the dark, angular lines of a gabled timber overhang, an indoor thermal bath (onsen) looks out onto a serene garden radiant with golden autumn maples (momiji). The still, mirror-like surface of the mineral bath water perfectly catches the luminous amber foliage, creating a striking liquid reflection that merges the interior sanctuary with the vibrant autumn landscape. Polished dark stone and warm wood panels line the bathhouse, catching soft reflections of warm ambient light along the pool’s edge. The scene evokes a deeply immersive sensory atmosphere: the soothing warmth of mineral-rich geothermal waters, the subtle aroma of cedar and cypress (hinoki) rising with the steam, the faint whisper of autumn breeze against the glass, and the quiet stillness of an autumn afternoon.
Japanese bathhouses and traditional inns (ryokan) are meticulously engineered to honor kisetsukan—a deep sensitivity to the passing seasons—offering bathers an intimate connection to spring cherry blossoms, summer greens, autumn leaves, or winter snow. Through the architectural technique of shakkei ("borrowed scenery"), master builders frame the surrounding natural landscape into the room's design, blurring the boundary between uchi (inside) and soto (outside). Every detail—from the precision joinery of the timber roof to the seamless stone masonry of the bath—reflects monozukuri (artisanal mastery and devotion to material heritage), transforming a daily ritual into a meditative encounter with nature.

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Tanuki.no.mori @tanukinomori.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Kamogawa Delta: Blue Skies and the First Spider Lilies #photography #autumn #japan

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Paul Willson @pauljwillson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

View over Luskentyre

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The Bishop @ceas10.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Third Quarter Big and beautiful right above the treeline in Gemini tonight 53.7% Waning Gibbous Moon #Nature 🔭 #Photography #Science #WitchSky #Photo #Moon #NightSky #Astrology

53.7% Waning Gibbous Moon 11:48 pm Central Illinois 10 stacked images

Taken 10/02/2026 - Dwarf 3

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Pete_from_Finland @petefromfinland.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

I am currently working on a LUX AG4S power supply—one of two in our household air purifiers. The filter capacitor has short-circuited and exploded. So the another purifier must be take in maintenance also before same happen to it.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Shinjuku Alley , Tokyo, Japan. Photography by Theodore Lee on Flickr.

Framed overhead by a lush canopy of faux crimson maple leaves (momiji), the narrow pedestrian corridor of Shinjuku’s Omoide Yokocho (“Memory Lane”) glows under the warm amber light of paper lanterns (chōchin) and retro illuminated signboards (kanban). On either side, tiny izakaya and yakitori stalls display menu boards and daily offerings, while patrons wander down the tight asphalt path between weathered timber facades. The scene evokes a rich sensory atmosphere: the intoxicating aroma of charcoal-grilled skewers (sumibi-yaki) and rich dashi broth wafting into the evening air, the gentle clink of beer glasses and hushed chatter within counter-seated stalls, the cool touch of autumn air, and the cozy warmth radiated by glowing paper lamps along the passageway.
Originating as a bustling black market (yami-ichi) in the immediate post-World War II period, Omoide Yokocho preserves the intimate, nostalgic scale of mid-century Tokyo amid the surrounding metropolis of towering skyscrapers. The alley represents a masterclass in micro-architecture and spatial efficiency (kyōsho), where micro-bars seating only six to eight guests thrive side-by-side. The seasonal hanging of autumn foliage reflects kisetsukan—the deep-seated Japanese appreciation for seasonal transitions—bringing the poetry of nature into dense urban nightlife. Every hand-painted wooden sign, paper lantern, and compact kitchen layout demonstrates a urban form of monozukuri (artisanal care and ingenuity), maintaining an enduring haven of traditional street-food culture and neighborhood camaraderie.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Located in Ichinoseki, Iwate Prefecture, Genbi-kei Gorge—designated a Place of Scenic Beauty and Natural Monument of Japan—stretches for two kilometers along the Iwai River.

Winding through a rugged chasm of water-sculpted stone, the turquoise waters of the Iwai River carve a dramatic path framed by a brilliant autumn canopy. On the right, fiery beech and maple leaves glow in shades of russet, copper, and vermilion, creating a vivid counterpoint to the deep green pines clinging to the dark, mossy rock faces on the left. A soft, silvery mist settles over the distant bend of the ravine, partially shrouding a narrow suspension bridge in atmospheric haze. The scene evokes a vivid sensory atmosphere: the cool, sharp autumn air of Iwate Prefecture, the roaring spray of rushing white water, the earthy scent of damp basalt and fallen leaves, and the quiet reverence of a secluded mountain gorge.
Carved out over millennia through the erosion of volcanic tuff, the ravine is celebrated for its dramatic rock formations, cascading rapids, and unusual cylindrical potholes (ketsugun) worn smooth by tumbling pebbles. Historically, the gorge was admired by Date Masamune, the legendary warlord and founder of the Sendai Domain, who praised its raw, untamed beauty as equal to the famed pine-clad islands of Matsushima. Beyond its dramatic geography, Genbi-kei is famous for its delightful local heritage, including flying dango (Kakko Dango), where teahouse orders of fresh rice dumplings and green tea are sent gliding across the canyon to visitors in a wooden basket suspended on a cable high above the water.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Located in Nagano Prefecture, Matsumoto Castle—famously nicknamed Karasu-jō ("Crow Castle") for its striking black cladding—is one of Japan’s twelve surviving original keeps (genson tenshu) and a designated National Treasure.

Rising majestically out of early morning mists, the five-tiered keep (tenshu) of Matsumoto Castle casts a near-flawless inverted reflection across the glassy surface of its surrounding moat. The bold contrast between dark, lacquered wooden wainscoting and stark white plaster tiers gives the fortress an imposing visual gravity, illuminated by the diffuse, golden-blue light of dawn. In the foreground, two white swans glide effortlessly through the dark water, their gentle wake sending delicate ripples that softly distort the mirrored silhouette of the ancient timber tower. The scene invokes an immersive sensory landscape: the crisp, chilly mountain air of Nagano, the soft lapping of water against stone foundations, the faint scent of damp pine needles and morning fog, and the profound, reverent hush of a historic stronghold awakening to the day.
Originally founded during the late Sengoku period and significantly expanded in the 1590s under Ishikawa Kazumasa and his son Yasunaga, it stands as one of the finest surviving examples of a flatland castle (hirajiro). Uniquely, the architectural complex joins a heavily fortified wartime keep with an open, red-balustraded moon-viewing pavilion (Tsukimi-yagura) added during the peaceful 1630s, physically charting Japan’s transition from feudal warfare to Edo-period stability. The structure exemplifies supreme monozukuri (artisanal mastery and structural craft), featuring complex interlocking timber joinery, mortarless stone wall construction (anozumi), and protective black lacquer wainscoting engineered to withstand both harsh weather and siege warfare.

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Our Friday afternoon selection is another set of beautiful aurora shots taken around Finland. Photos shared by matalalta, pirjo.pike.koski, hra_vaara, and laplanddeluxe. www.instagram.com/p/Dd_a5dNjHEf/ Seeing the Northern Lights in Finland: www.discoveringfinland.com/about-finlan...

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Our Thursday afternoon selection is a set of photos in landscape mode taken all around Finland. Photos shared on IG by jussiniukfishfotos, naturephotos_annaleena, sropponen, and akukankaanpaa: www.instagram.com/p/Dd84-fRDO5V/

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Tanuki.no.mori @tanukinomori.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Autumn Dusk in Kyoto Today #sunset #sky #japan

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JBGarrity Photography @joegarrity.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Green Island is a beautiful scuba-diving destination off Taiwan's east coast. Just a few hours from my home by train and boat. This dive site is Youzihu Reef. #landscapephotography #landscape #seascapephotography #seascape #naturephotography #nature #ocean #marinelife #eastcoastkin #photography

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JBGarrity Photography @joegarrity.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This week, last year, I captured the newly discovered 2025 comet C/2025 A6 Lemmon. It last visited 1,400 years ago and outperformed initial brightness forecasts, surging to 400 times brighter than expected. 🤩 #astrophotography #astronomy #naturephotography #nature #comet #eastcoastkin #photography

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Paul Byrne @theplanetaryguy.com · 02/10/2026

This will never stop blowing my mind. A 12-year sequence of real telescope images of a star 133 lightyears away. And around it, four planets slowly orbiting. Four real exoplanets, each more massive than Jupiter, imaged as they move around their host star.

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Catherine Ryan Hyde @catherineryanhyde.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

This is NGC 6934, a small globular cluster in the constellation Delphinus. There was a lot of moon last night, so I wanted to stick with something that I thought had a chance of holding up under all that light. #Astronomy #Astrophotography

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Pete_from_Finland @petefromfinland.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Was need of some maintenance. 1983 Gottlieb Super Orbit. Classic connector failure. Every connector needed some deoxiditation.

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Pete_from_Finland @petefromfinland.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

A hectic schedule led me to take shortcuts... like not bothering to unroll the yoga mat. Ouchie! Starting my fourth year with the Yoga With Adriene YouTube channel. It's all about what feels right.

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The Kimono Gallery @roger1952.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The gate of Bishamontang, Emissary Santo, Yamashina District, Kyoto City

Framed by a blazing canopy of Japanese maples (momiji), a steep stone pathway (chokushimichi) rises toward a dark wooden gate, its steps completely buried beneath a thick carpet of scarlet foliage. Slender bamboo handrails flank the stone stairs, leading the eye along a dramatic linear perspective toward the imperial messenger gate at the crest of the slope. Overhead, interlocking branches filter the light, casting a warm crimson glow over the damp stone and moss-covered embankments. The scene evokes an intimate sensory atmosphere: the crisp mountain air of a Kyoto morning, the faint scent of damp moss and aged cedar, the soft crunch of fallen leaves underfoot, and the profound, reverent hush of an ancient temple precinct.
Located at Bishamon-do Temple in the Yamashina District of Kyoto, this approach—known as the chokushimichi (Imperial Messenger Path)—is renowned for its late-autumn sando (shrine approach), where fallen leaves form an iconic momiji no jūtan (maple carpet). Originally founded in 703 AD by the monk Gyōki and re-established at its present site in 1665, Bishamon-dō is a distinguished monozeki temple (traditionally presided over by members of the imperial family or high nobility). The Chokushimon Gate at the top of the stairs was reserved for official imperial envoys, reflecting the sanctuary's esteemed lineage. The seamless integration of stone masonry, timber architecture, and natural forest contours reflects the supreme craft of Japanese zōen (landscape architecture) and monozukuri (artisanal mastery), designed to celebrate the subtle shifts of the seasonal calendar.

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Tanuki.no.mori @tanukinomori.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

A serene morning at the Kamogawa Delta, Kyoto 🌿💧 Where the Kamo and Takano rivers meet, the city slows down — stepping stones, quiet ripples, and mountains standing watch in the early light.

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Tanuki.no.mori @tanukinomori.bsky.social · 29/09/2026