Pile of Offerings Photo

Photographer’s Note

I spent most of the day exploring the Nihon-ji temple complex when I found this pile of "stuff." My first thought was "snow drift" but since it was quite warm, I knew it wasn't possible. So I thought maybe it was a rubbish pile. When I got closer I found that this mound of stuff was really a pile of small carved figures upon which people wrote their names and wishes for things such as good health and placed here as offerings. Yesterday I uploaded a close-up view.

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calimex (1029) 2007-04-16 10:58

Hello Mike,

This is a good view of this temple and the unique use of carved figures for personal petitions/prayers. I like the overall composition. Your note and the related images of this temple complex are thoughtful.

Best regards,
José