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1951: Japanese School Kids Drinking Sacred Temple Waters Before Entering Todaiji

1951: Japanese School Kids Drinking Sacred Temple Waters Before Entering Todaiji

  • Year1951
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationTodaiji, Japan
  • Duration12s
  • Price$178 USD
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Japanese School Kids Drinking Sacred Temple Waters... — Clip Details

Vintage 8mm film from 1951 captures a group of Japanese school children on a field trip at Todaiji, a historic Buddhist temple in Nara, Japan. The children, dressed in traditional 1950s school uniforms, gather at the temple's sacred waters, drinking from the holy spring before entering the temple grounds. This archival footage offers a rare glimpse into postwar Japanese education, cultural traditions, and youth experiences during the early 1950s. The scene reflects innocence, curiosity, and reverence, showcasing the temple’s ancient architecture and spiritual significance. The footage is ideal for documentaries, historical content, and nostalgic storytelling about Japan’s cultural heritage.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Film
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
12s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
63181528

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Date
1951 Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Date evidence
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Location
Todaiji, Japan Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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