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During a Kobudo (Japanese traditional martial arts) demonstration, this person appears to bless the path of yabusame archers who were going to shoot from their horses. The presence of this priest was amazing and gave an almost unreal feeling to the scene. This demonstration last for a few hours and many traditional martial arts school attended the event. This was the last part of the demo held in Meiji Jingu shrine.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2024
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: Tokyo, Japan
Camera: Hasselblad X2D 100C
Copyright: © Fabien Giordano