Category: A Japan photo per day



Benzaiten, one of the Seven Gods of Luck

Tue, April 16, 2019

One of the most important deities in Japan, Benzaiten is one of the Seven Gods of Good Fortune. She was represented in many forms, but the most popular is playing at a biwa, because she is the goddess of music.

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Benzaiten Ema, Hasedera Temple, Kamakura
Benzaiten Ema, Hasedera Temple, Kamakura
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EXIF Info:

Nikon D80
Lens: VR 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6G
Focal Length: 50mm
Aperture: F/5.6
Shutter Speed: 1/400s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 200
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