pilgrims glue these slips of printed paper, called senja-fuda, [almost like calling cards or a polite form of graffiti] to show that they've visited a temple and shrine.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
pilgrim's senja-fuda at rakako do temple
pilgrims glue these slips of printed paper, called senja-fuda, [almost like calling cards or a polite form of graffiti] to show that they've visited a temple and shrine.
rasta jizos at rokako do temple
stone jizos at rokaku do temple. jizo is the guardian of children and travelers. jizo sculptures are often found along roadsides and are dressed in baby bibs and other gear. love the crocheted rasta hats these guys have. 
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
rain
it's officially rainy season here in kyoto. note the maiko in gion, the rain guards on the geta [sandals] and the shinto priest in the rickshaw in the rain.
macha plate
saw this desert displayed in a restaurant window. macha tea was used to make the shadow of the forks.Sunday, July 5, 2009
elaborate sushi
we had an elaborate sushi meal high up in a kyoto restaurant, with a view of bustling shijo street. people with umbrellas hurried through the rain as it grew dark. lovely.
Friday, July 3, 2009
kimono hime magazine
i'm completely smitten by the magazine kimono hime, which showcases ways to wear vintage [taisho and meiji era] kimono with a contemporary and playful twist. stunning and inventive.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
wood block printer
on the way up to kiyamizu temple we happened across an artist, tetsupei kawamura, creating wonderful, traditional woodblock prints. it was fascinating to watch the process. the last picture here is the final print.
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