Forgotten Japanese Shinto shrine 忘れられていた日本の神社 - Abandoned Japan 日本の廃墟
Shinto is one of the two major religions of Japan (the other is Buddhism). Shinto is often considered to be the native religion of Japan, and is as old as Japan itself. The name Shinto means the way of the gods. Shinto is a pantheistic religion, in which many thousands of major and minor gods are thought to exist. The Japanese have built thousands of shrines (jinja) throughout the country to honor and worship these gods. Some shrines are huge and are devoted to important deities. Other shrines are small and may be easily missed when strolling along roads in the countryside.
Shinto gods are called kami. Kami are thought to have influence on human affairs, and for this reason many Japanese make regular pilgrimage to community shrines in order to offer prayers to local kami. The act of prayer involves approaching the shrine structure, passing through the gate-like torii, cleansing the hands and mouth with water and possibly ascending stairs to the main entrance of the shrine. Usually without entering the shrine the worshipper will throw some coins into a stone or wooden collection box and then rattle the suzu bell which is at the top of a long hemp rope. The worshiper grabs hold of the rope and shakes it back and forth causing the copper bell at the top to rattle. This is thought to get the attention of the shrine god. The worshipper then bows twice, claps his or her hands twice and then bows again. In addition, the worshipper may clasp their hands together in silent prayer. Shintoism and Buddhism have managed to find a comfortable coexistence in Japan. Evidence of this harmonious relationship is found in the fact that that most Japanese are married in a Shinto shrine, but buried by a Buddhist priest.
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THE PATH OF WILDNESS
The Path of Wildness is easy to find
The course of a stream
Leaves blown in the wind
A beast's track through the brush
And the direction of our first inclination
The Path of Wildness is an answer and response to a prescribed way of life which may leave some individuals with a sense that their living is little more than a series of pre-determined, step-like episodes between birth and death. The stages of living between these events: childhood, adolescence, adulthood, parenthood and senior are themselves natural and in accord with the needs of the species and most individuals. Many find their satisfaction in living this course and to these individuals I have little or nothing to say. Others though long for something more; something innate, genetic and seemingly calling. Adventure and change can give a degree of satisfaction and relief yet even these may seem too tame. To those who feel drawn to something beyond the entertainment and stimulation of senses I offer a walk along The Path of Wildness. Don't bother penciling the event in your schedule, preparing a pack with goodies and supplies or even inviting a friend along, for this experience is along the course of your first inclination and you must surely always go alone.
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It's summer now here in Japan and i decided to go for a ride. It's really HOT! I think this is a better way to train to improve my stamina.
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Derry-Londonderry will celebrate the St Patrick's Bank Holiday weekend in style with a wide range of events starting on running throughout the weekend including children's activities, treasure hunts, games, arts, crafts, live, light installations, park runs and live music throughout various locations in the city and at the shared site at Ebrington.
Highlights:
Annual St. Patrick's Day Carnival Parade
Date: Monday 17th March @ 2pm
Location: Departs DCC Car Park at 2pm travels around the city
300 participants will take part in the annual fantastical parade where music, magic and myth will combine in a carnival pageant rich of folklore, giants and warriors who parade through the streets of the city for a Legenderry celebration to honor St Patrick.
Global Greening Campaign
Date: 15th -17th March
Derry-Londonderry as earned its place as one of the coolest city's and will join the Global Greening Campaign set to turn some of their most significant landmarks green for the duration of St Patrick's weekend. Look out for the Peace Bridge, Ebrington Clock Tower, Guildhall, Playhouse building and Derry City Council offices in a spectacular visual tribute to our patron saint.
TRAD TRAINGLE
Date: 15th -- 17th March 2014
Time: 1pm-7pm daily
Location -- Three outdoors stages in Waterloo St, The Craft Village and New Market
Organised by An Cultúrlann and featuring some the best new musicians on the trad scene, plus many who performed at the hugely successful 2013 Fleadh the streets across Derry-Londonderry will once again ensure ceol agus craic as they become awash with live music performances.
Legenderry Food Festival
Date: 15th -17th March 2014
Time: 12noon -- 6pm daily
Location - Guildhall Square
Showcasing a range of foodstuffs on offer from the city, the wider North West Region and Northern Ireland, this will delight foodies with themes such as 'Plot to Plate' and 'Grown here not Flown here' celebrating all that is local. Complete with celebrity demonstrations, live cook offs and a range of family activities over the weekend this is not to be missed.
Seachtain na Gaeilge 2014 / Irish Language Week
Date: 5th -- 17th March 2014
Locations: Various
Irish Language Week is celebrated each year by Irish speaking communities throughout the island of Ireland. It is the biggest international Irish language festival which aims to inspire the public use of the language with a programme of fun events