When does night fall
On the dreams as my eyes close
These then, light my way
いつ、夢で
夜になりながら目をしまる
またこれは道が明かり。。
-This is Pontocho lit by latern on an early June evening. The area is builｔ on a sandbar along the Kamogawa River at Sanjo and Shijo Dori (3rd and 4th streets). There are many restraunts and izakaya (bars) that overlook the river.
Historical Pontocho, which you can read about here, was home of a Geisha district. An interesting fact is that Kabuki made its start in Pontocho. A large Kabuki Theatre sits at the end of Pontocho. I wasn't able to see Kabuki there, as they were playing a modern performance the evenings of my visit.
On a side note.... Whenever I am walking along the Kamo River. I am always confusing North and South... I always end up going the wrong direction, and confusing my travelling companions! Who are always very patient with me!
Pontocho on Wikipedia
Technically speaking this is the back side of Pontocho...
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Hi, Matt!
ReplyDeletewhat a beutiful photo:)I like that location ,also I know that place.
I and mom often say, you;re expert photographer!!!hihihi
Love Ayako:)
本当にありがとう。 また、ぼくはあなたがやさしすぎると思います。 コメントをくれてありがとう。 でも、僕の写真はとてもつまらないぞ。 でも、あなたはその写真が好きだから僕は嬉しいになる。
ReplyDeleteお姉さんにごあいさつと伝えてくださいね。 お兄さんも！
大好き
真秀より