Temple Bell

by Kenji Sato

Published: Jan 19, 2026
Category: Nature

The bronze bell rings across the hill,
The cherry blossoms standing still.
A sound that settles in the chest,
To put the worried mind to rest.

The monks are walking in a line,
Beneath the shadow of the pine.
A timeless, deep, and breathing peace,
Where all the worldly burdens cease.

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Kenji Sato

A devoted practitioner of traditional Haiku and Tanka, Kenji finds profound depth in brevity. He spends his days walking through the historic temple gardens of his hometown, translating the fleeting...

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