Shot this “Tori” (gate) to a Japanese Shinto Shrine near my home. I like the contrast of snow, darkness, and even shades of green in this night shot. This shrine is located between Shimokitazawa and Sangenjiya in Tokyo. It’s nestled on a hill with a set of stair cases that make their way to the main shrine. On this cold night I thought I had the place to myself. For the most part I did. A care taker came out and was very welcoming when he saw me taking photos. I told him that the place was beautiful. He smiled then walked quietly back to his quarters.
Linh Vien Thai is Amerasian, born in Dalat, South Vietnam, where he continued to lived during the war. He left for the U.S. and is now an American living in Tokyo. He enjoys adventure traveling and doing what’s right to make the world a better place.
