Been away from shooting lately – only 2 days into work at the office this year, but they've been a hectic couple of days. Luckily I was able to get out and shooting a bit before work started, and this was taken at Meiji Jingu shrine on January 3rd.
It's customary for people in Japan to visit shrines and temples to pray on/around the new year holidays (from Jan. 1st to 3rd). During this time, it gets very crowded with lines of people waiting their turn to toss in a coin, clap their hands, and bow their heads in a moment of prayer.
I joined in a quick prayer of my own as well, but I won't tell you what I prayed for as that's a secret! 😉
I wish you all the best for 2013 – may it bring us peace and joy.
Good night from Tokyo. 🙂
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