Two Weddings at Tranquil Myohonji

Wonderful surprise at my favorite temple in Kamakura

Larry Knipfing Jun 14, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>Lovely bride in white at Myohonji Temple, Kamakura</p>

<p>The other bride in a beautiful red kimono; Myohonji Temple, Kamakura</p>

<p>Couple posing at the temple gate; Myohonji Temple, Kamakura</p>

<p>The large gate has recently been repainted and now looks fresh and picturesque; Myohonji Temple, Kamakura</p>

<p>Time to say goodbye; Myohonji Temple, Kamakura</p>

<p>The leaves were still showing their color in early December; Myohonji Temple, Kamakura</p>

<p>A collection of very old temple stones flanking a golden lotus; Myohonji Temple, Kamakura</p>

<p>Close up on a golden lotus; Myohonji Temple, Kamakura</p>

<p>The bride and groom posing shoulder to shoulder; Myohonji Temple, Kamakura</p>

Myohonji has always been one of my favorite temples in Kamakura. One reason is that most people don't know about it. The second is that it is just a short walk from Kamakura Station. The third is its beauty. The walk up to this tranquil temple through a beautiful thick forest has the feel of Kyoto to it. I often visit the temple, and imagine my surprise last time I was there (December 2014) to find not only one, but two traditional wedding shoots in progress. This is the only time I have experienced this at Myohonji, and what a delight it was!

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Larry Knipfing @larry.knipfing

Born on Long Island, New York in 1958, I have spent the last 30 years of my life living in Japan, and enjoying every minute of it! I especially love photography, and Japan is definitely one of the most beautiful places in the world to photograph! My other love is fiction writing and I have pub...