I hope that you are not tiring of my photo journal of our Asian Cruise. The last few stops will be in Japan.
After a day at sea we pulled in to the port of Kobe, Japan. Actually we backed in. Our suite was on the back of the ship, and I took this from our balcony. It was fun viewing this bridge. There was a lane for cars, one for a train and another for walking.
It was also pretty at night.
Osaka was very near Kobe, which is where we took an excursion to Sumiyoshi-Taisha Shrine.
The park surrounding the shrine was very peaceful
and there were so many picture ops.
We by the way, for the entire trip were blessed with perfect weather.
Crossing a colorful bridge into the shrine we encountered these very friendly young ladies, who were more than happy to pose for us.
I couldn't get over all of the children in their colorful clothes
and everyone was so friendly
I finally found out why the children were in traditional dress. Seems the children are brought to the shrine to be blessed with good health ...girls before age three and boys before age five. I was trying to talk to this child's mother to get permission to take her picture. I held up three fingers and the Mom shook her head to indicate that yes she was three. Well Hold On! I guess her Mom meant she was almost three, ..because she stamped her little foot and held up two fingers.
What a treat it was to be greeted by this young man in Traditional dress who was giving us all high fives!
Definitely not getting tired of your trip photos Janey. Looooove today's Japan shots, it's so pretty and surprisingly quiet, where are all the other tourists? Absolutely love the traditional kimonos, so pretty feminine! Can't imagine wearing one though, they look complicated ☺
ReplyDeleteWonderful captures, Janey!
ReplyDeleteThose little Japanese children are absolutely delightful Janey. The fabric designs are beautiful, and the colours so eye catching. What a fabulous trip you have enjoyed.
ReplyDeleteDearest Janey,
ReplyDeleteSo happy that the weather remained perfect the entire trip!
The one little girl in traditional costume looks like a cute porcelain doll.
Visiting such a shrine is very meaningful and it makes you emerge more into their culture. Did you also have a traditional green tea ceremony?
The language is something else, we had to study some basics and even with the Kanji - English dictionary it is difficult!
Thanks for letting me relive some of the precious memories of the land of the rising sun.
Hugs,
Mariette
Love to see the beautiful photos you made Janey. Those little ones already wearing the costumes, wonderful sight!
ReplyDeleteSome great photos there especially the children in all their finery.
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