Many years ago I lived in Tokyo and saw some wonderful temples in Tokyo itself as well as in Kyoto. The peace and tranquility that surrounds these places just envelopes you as you approach. The actual act of passing through the gate is supposed to purify the soul.
One of the most famous is the Tori, or gateway to a temple, at Miyajima which is a boat ride of about 40 minutes from Hiroshima.
I have not tried to depict this Tori but wished only to convey the feeling of calm and so this painting is not a true replication but only one based on such a sight!
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