by Sudrabfox | Apr 25, 2022 | Ibaraki
The Ushiku Daibutsu (“Great Buddha of Ushiku”) in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture. Stands 120 meters tall and is one of the world’s highest Buddha sculptures. In comparison, Nara’s Daibutsu at Todaiji Temple is barely 15 meters tall. And fits...
by Sudrabfox | Apr 24, 2022 | Tokyo
According to the building’s new owners, one of Japan’s most distinctive works of contemporary architecture, the Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo. Will be demolished this month. The decision ends years of uncertainty surrounding the eye-catching structure....
by Sudrabfox | Apr 21, 2022 | Pictures
The Japanese cherry blossoms and the tradition of flower gazing, or hanami, have inspired poets for centuries. This is a haiku call to mind the beauty of springtime and the fleeting beauty of the sakura. Kobayashi Issa Issa is one of the four haiku greats of Japan. He...
by Sudrabfox | Apr 20, 2022 | Ibaraki
The Ushiku Daibutsu is bordered by a large park with over 100 cherry trees that blossom from early to mid-April. Pink moss (April), poppies (May), and cosmos are among the other blooms in the park (September and October).The two-story Hakkenmon Gate holds three Buddha...
by Sudrabfox | Apr 19, 2022 | Kyoto, Pictures
The Kyoto Imperial Palace (京都御所, Kyōto Gosho) used to be the residence of Japan’s Imperial Family until 1868. When the emperor and capital were moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. It is located in the spacious Kyoto Imperial Park (京都御苑, Kyōto Gyoen). An attractive park...
