Gezicht op een Shinto tempel en de Hokogatake rots bij Haruna, Japan before 1903

This albumen print, taken by Kusakabe Kimbei before 1903, depicts a Shinto temple and the Hokogatake rock formation in Haruna, Japan. Kimbei, a renowned photographer during Japan's Meiji period, captured the serene beauty of the temple nestled amidst the dramatic rock formations. The image showcases the importance of nature in Japanese culture and religion, offering a glimpse into the traditional architecture and spiritual significance of Shinto shrines. The composition, with its focus on the temple and the towering rock, creates a sense of awe and reverence for the natural world.