Nakain was founded in the year 830 during the Heian period. It is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot, but is equally beautiful during the autumn season.

Small garden at a side entrance of Nakain Temple in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. © 2021 Norbert Woehnl Photography.

Small garden at a side entrance of Nakain Temple in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, Japan

Statue in the gardens of Nakain Temple in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. © 2021 Norbert Woehnl Photography.

Statue in the gardens of Nakain Temple in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, Japan

Autumn foliage at the gate of Nakain Temple in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. © 2021 Norbert Woehnl Photography.

Autumn foliage at the gate of Nakain Temple in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, Japan

Autumn mood around Nakain Temple in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. © 2021 Norbert Woehnl Photography.

Autumn mood around Nakain Temple in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, Japan

All photos shot with Mamiya 6 and 50mm f/4 lens on Fujicolor Pro 400H film.
Developed and scanned by
Yamamoto Camera.