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Tokyo Children / Family Photographer | Shichigosan

Shichigosan at Hokokuji Temple

I absolutely love this beautiful tradition called Shichigosan where family celebrates when their kids reach 3,5 and 7 years old by dressing them up in this beautiful kimono. Every time when I go out to photograph Shichigosan, I see peoples face just light up just like they see ancient prince or princess. And visiting this temple, where it’s famous for its bamboo forest but still a secluded place away from main tourist area of Kamakura, it was just an added bonus :-)

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