At the temple I really liked in Kamakura. It was the very first one we visited and it`s still my very favorite one.
This is at the entrance, with pretty gardens. But it was built on the side of the mountain. The more you climbed, the better the view, and the more at peace you felt both with yourself and with nature. They appreciate nature so much here, that it adds a special element to places like this.
They told us to waft the incense because it would make us beautiful and intelligent. Here`s to hoping!
Just look at that view!!
Then, we went to visit the Big Buddha. So impressive.
This is Yumiko, our hahakuma (Mama Bear). She takes such good care of us. I keep telling her I`m bringing her back to Bradford with me because I can`t stand the thought of leaving her!
Every shinto shrine can be recognized by this bright red torii (or gate).
See what I mean about embracing nature? Even at this shrine, which seemed more touristy, there are still these beautiful little scenes.
Thank goodness our group is a fun bunch. The girls decided it was time for an interesting photo op. From left to right：Erica, Heidi, Megan, me, and Nyssa
We sat at this pond a while to watch the turtles because Nyssa loves turtles.
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