There are many reasons we take photographs and in this two-part post I have shown a selection of shots taken primarily to capture colour or texture. Despite being taken to aid my memory of basic colours and/or textures, each photograph has a story to tell and in some instances, a history stretching back hundreds of years. However, the purpose here is not to tell stories, but to simply share some shades of Japan.
(Please click on any of the following images for an enlarged view.
Autumn leaves in stone basin
A harmony of basic elements
Woodpile near Nagano
Barred doors at Todaiji Temple – Nara
Old door with handmade nails
Screen doors at Todaiji Temple – Nara
Wooden post at Todaiji Temple – Nara
Door handle at Ryoanji
Traditional carpentry joints – pic 1
Traditional carpentry joints – pic 2
Old heavy door at Himeji Castle
Door hinge – Himeji Castle
Weathered gate in Gion
Shingle stockat Hida No Sato
Cemetery supplies
johnliddlephotography 
July 10, 2018 at 5:17 pm
These are great! The close up views of ordinary images makes them extraordinary. I look for doors, latches and handles on my travels. Really appreciate the ones you have done
July 10, 2018 at 11:23 pm
Thanks Janet,
I’m glad you enjoyed the images. I think it is important to look for and appreciate the small things when travelling as well as the more obvious attractions.