[Kanagawa Prefecture/Kamakura - The vibrant autumn leaves of the "large ginkgo tree" at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine]

There is a large ginkgo tree at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine in Kamakura. It was blown over by strong winds in 2010, but now a young tree is thriving from the remaining roots, giving it a sense of regeneration and vitality! There are many "large ginkgo votive plaques" lined up in the precincts, which are prayers that will reach the gods, like a young tree growing strong towards the sky 🌱 In late November, the large ginkgo tree turns a beautiful yellow and is beautiful 🍁 The trees around "Genji Pond" and "Heike Pond" on both sides of the drum bridge also turn red and are very beautiful ✨ In summer, many lotus flowers bloom in both ponds, creating a wonderful view 🪷 Other than that, ⭐︎Prayers and talismans ・Wedding celebration (praying for the health of mother and child) ・Naming celebration (celebrating a safe birth and naming the child) ・First visit to the shrine (first greeting with the whole family) ・Shichi-go-san celebration (praying for the healthy growth of children) ・Celebration of kindergarten and school entrance (reporting great growth) ・Coming of age ceremony (day of making vows as an adult) ・Wedding (A sacred ceremony where one swears while surrounded by blessings) ・Avoiding evil spirits (Praying for safety at a turning point in life) ・New Year's celebrations (Rejoicing in the journey of life and moving forward) 60th birthday, 70th birthday, etc. ・Funerals (Returning to God) ⭐︎Museum ⭐︎Ancestral shrine Many people visit the shrine, making it a lively place. 『Tsurugaoka Hachimangu』 📍2-1-31 Yukinoshita, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-8588, Japan (About 10 minutes walk from Kamakura Station) Opening and closing times All year round: 6:00-20:00 #Domestic travel record #Kamakura #Tsurugaoka Hachimangu #Ginkgo #Autumn leaves