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Lindsey DeWitt Prat, PhD
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Lindsey DeWitt Prat, PhD
Insights
Speaking
Academia
Translation
Bio & CV
Insights
Speaking
Academia
Translation
Bio & CV
Sunset scene featuring purple and blue sky with clouds, silhouettes of trees, and a hillside with a chimney.
A bulletin board with various colorful posters, including advertisements for local events, a rugby cup, a special event at a temple, promoting the Tsuburoko Lake, and scenic attractions featuring mountains, cherry blossoms, and local culture.
People working under a decorated, colorful stage or altar with intricate patterns, likely in a cultural or traditional setting, possibly a temple.
Woman holding a small baby wrapped in blankets inside a wooden structure.
Nighttime street scene with a procession of people in traditional Japanese attire, including white coats and red skirts, walking along the street. Some people are holding umbrellas, and there are illuminated signs and buildings in the background.
Japanese Shinto altar display with offerings of fruit, vegetables, black cloth, and wrapped boxes, set outdoors with people and mountains in the background.
A whiteboard with a hand-drawn map or diagram in Japanese, showing an underground course or tunnel system with various labels and arrows.
A framed Japanese document with vertical Japanese text, a red stamp, and a blue stamp, mounted on a wooden wall with other similar documents.
Traditional Japanese paper lanterns hanging from ceiling, with Japanese characters written on them.
A rural cemetery with several gravestones and monuments, overlooking green, hilly mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
A woman with blonde hair wearing sunglasses, a black long sleeve shirt, and a red backpack, leaning on a large rock on a mountain trail, with a scenic view of mountains and a blue sky in the background.
A lush green mountain landscape with dense forest and tall trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A collection of wooden plaques with handwritten messages and anime-style drawings hanging on a wooden wall.
A lush garden with various trees and shrubs, a small wooden gate on the right, and a traditional building in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.
An outdoor scene in a forested area with tall trees and various stone monuments, including statues and plaques, some with Japanese inscriptions, surrounded by green foliage and grass.
Black and white photo of a mountain range with dense forest covering the slopes and a few trees visible in the foreground on the right.
Wooden signposts with Japanese writing in a dense forest of tall trees with lush green foliage.
Worn yellow outdoor sign in Japanese with black and red text, partially obscured by a person's hand, surrounded by trees and moss.
A nighttime street scene in Japan with red paper lanterns hanging overhead, illuminated shop fronts, and a narrow road leading into the distance.
Several wooden prayer plaques with Japanese writing, placed on the ground among forest leaves and plants.
A dirt trail leading up to a Torii gate on a hillside with a pine tree, a wooden sign, and other trees in the background, indicating the summit of Mt. Misen at 1,895 meters.
Multiple wooden prayer plaques with Japanese writing attached to a rock and surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky.
Map of Mount O-mine-san Yamato showing trails, buildings, and scenic areas in traditional Japanese style.
A traditional Japanese illustrated map titled 'The Detailed Pictures of Unnesan Yamato,' showing mountains, rivers, buildings, and roads with labels, in blue, black, and red ink.
People dressed in traditional attire walking up stone steps toward a Japanese shrine building painted in orange and white, surrounded by greenery.
Red paper lantern hanging from overhead wires during sunset, with silhouetted power line poles and mountain in the background.
Black and white photo of a group of people gathered outside a traditional Japanese temple with wooden structures and trees.
Close-up of vibrant red cluster of spider lilies with long stamens, with a blurred natural background.
Close-up of an ancient, weathered blue and gold painted Buddhist parasol with intricate line art depicting Buddhist figures and clouds. In the background, a dark Buddha statue is partially visible.
A fire burning at night near traditional Japanese lanterns and a temple roof.
A forest floor covered with green moss and tall trees with dark trunks.
Stone steps leading up to a five-tier pagoda in a lush forest.
A promotional poster featuring a scenic mountain landscape with cherry blossoms and traditional Japanese temple statues. The text is in Japanese with some Chinese characters, highlighting a special opening event at Kimpusen-ji temple.
A stone monument with Japanese kanji characters inscribed, surrounded by trees, moss, and greenery in a tranquil outdoor setting.
Open metal gate leading to a small cave or grotto in a rocky hillside, surrounded by green foliage and moss-covered rocks, with Japanese signs nearby.
Person pointing at an informational sign in Japanese with a hand and part of the person's jacket visible, located outdoors near grass and concrete pavement.
A black wooden statue of a seated figure in a workshop with shelves filled with chisels and carving tools in the background.
Two carved wooden Buddha head sculptures on wooden bases, one lighter and the other darker, placed on a dark wooden surface against a beige background.
Traditional Japanese hanging scroll with black calligraphy and symbols, bordered by patterned fabric, mounted on a wooden wall.
Information board at Ryuzenji Temple displaying Japan Heritage logo, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese text describing the temple, and a photo of the temple with autumn foliage.
Stone monument with Japanese characters engraved, surrounded by trees and pink flowers, in a garden or outdoor setting.
A scenic view of traditional Japanese buildings with tiled roofs surrounded by lush green trees and mountains in the distance under a clear sky.
Black and white ink drawing of a seated, meditative figure with a halo, possibly a deity or spiritual figure, with Chinese or Japanese calligraphy to the right and a date at the bottom right.
Line drawing of multiple figures sitting cross-legged in meditation, with some holding books or scrolls, and a few having halos or crowns above their heads.
Crowd attending a traditional outdoor event with statues of deities on a wooden platform in front of a temple, surrounded by trees and foliage.
A traditional Japanese or Chinese parade float featuring a large, ornate figure of a person with a headpiece, wearing colorful robes, and holding a staff or weapon, standing next to a pine tree.
A pair of black slip-on shoes with white socks and laces, seen from above, standing on a concrete surface with a pair of black shoes on top of the person's shoes.
Wooden signpost on a rocky, moss-covered hillside with Japanese writing, surrounded by trees and foggy weather, next to a small building with a stone marker nearby.
A woman standing in front of a small traditional Japanese shrine with a rope and bell. The shrine is red with hanging lanterns and is surrounded by trees.
A woman with closed eyes, holding a young child near a river with rocks and a rocky cliff in the background.
Inside a traditional Japanese temple with wooden architecture, a large red lantern with black calligraphy in the center, and two black banners with white calligraphy on either side. A small child is reaching up toward the structure.
Decorative display of traditional Japanese cultural items, including a drum, a wooden cart, masks, and paper streamers
A vertical stone marker with Japanese characters engraved, situated outdoors among grass and dirt, with a small sculpture of a standing figure and additional stone markers in the background.
Close-up of a detailed statue of a fierce mythological creature with a crown, featuring blue skin, glowing eyes, and an angry expression, with Japanese text overlay on the right side.
Miniature figures of people in robes kneeling and praying in front of a cave with several clay pots and a figure of a person in a red robe and robe, surrounded by rocks and plants.
A Japanese brochure featuring a large outdoor fire with flames and smoke, with people dressed in traditional clothing nearby, set against a background of trees and mountains.
Statues of five people praying or paying respect around a heart-shaped arrangement of rocks with a large stone in the center, set outdoors with trees and bushes in the background.
A Japanese poster promoting Kirin beer, featuring a landscape with ships, a can of Kirin beer, and several images of heritage sites in Japan.
A fishing boat docked at a harbor with several people on board and on the dock, some handling fishing gear. The boat has multiple flags, including Japanese flags, and trees grow on tall poles above it. The background features a light overcast sky and
Ocean with a large island and distant landmass under a partly cloudy sky.
View from a boat moving through the ocean, with a small island in the distance and waves splashing behind the boat.
Four monks dressed in white robes with orange sashes are standing on a decorated platform, facing an elaborately painted wooden structure with traditional Korean patterns and colors, with greenery in the background.
Wooden Japanese-style shrine and small building built into a rocky cliffside surrounded by green foliage.
A traditional Japanese torii gate covered in moss, with a rope and tassels hanging across its entrance, situated in a snowy forested area with stairs leading up through the trees.
A woman standing next to a UNESCO sign that reads 'UNESCO Organisation des Nations Unies pour l'éducation, la science et la culture / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation' in front of a stone wall and a building with large
Panoramic view of rugged mountain peaks at sunrise with a rocky ridge in the foreground and a distant mountain range under a clear sky.
A frozen waterfall cascading into a small pool of water in a rocky canyon.
Tree branches and pine needles with mountains in the background under a bright sky.
Silhouette of two statues and a carved wooden beam against a dusk sky with the moon visible in the distance.
Traditional Bhutanese house with intricate woodwork and colorful patterns, located on a hillside, surrounded by flowering plants and trees.
A stone pathway leading to a traditional Japanese gate or shrine, surrounded by tall trees and lush green foliage.
Intricate stone carvings and frescoes on a high, arched ceiling of a historic temple or monument.
Colorful ceramic relief of Buddhist figures on a blue cloud background, depicting a large standing figure with a halo and smaller figures surrounding it.
View of mountains and sky with the corner of a traditional Asian temple roof in the foreground.
A large traditional Chinese-style palace or temple complex on a hill surrounded by trees and greenery, with a clear blue sky overhead.
Snow-covered bushes and trees with a tall, ornate, multi-tiered golden pagoda-style monument in the distance against a clear purple sky.
Mountain range with rugged peaks and green slopes under a light purple sky.
A woman smiling while holding a child with a gray hat, at a festival or outdoor event with smoke and people in the background.
Traditional Asian temple with lanterns, pagoda, and scaffolding in front, set against a mountainous background with the sun partially hidden behind the mountains.
A large golden multi-armed statue of a deity with a serene face inside a wooden, geometric, octagonal structure with spiral design above.
Traditional Asian temple with ornate rooftops against a backdrop of misty mountains and cloudy sky.
Three people on a stage with traditional Chinese architecture, holding papers, two women and one man, during a cultural event.
A brochure for the Japan-American Student Conference 70th anniversary, with a fountain pen placed on top, and a traditional folding fan in the background.
Group of ten young adults at a conference or seminar, some holding a colorful sign that reads 'Creating Global Citizens' with an earth image, a flag, and other symbols, in a room with large windows and curtains.
A woman standing next to a projection screen in a classroom, presenting a slide with Japanese text and an image of a torii gate, with laptop and equipment on the desk in front.
People attending a presentation or event, sitting at tables with some taking photos or videos.
Audience seated in rows at a conference or seminar in a decorated hall with red columns and windows, wearing formal and casual attire.
Group of people, including monks and visitors, standing on steps outside a decorated temple entrance.
Close-up of a person dressed in traditional Japanese attire, wearing a beige outfit with a checkered green and white cloth, and accessories including a small decorative shoe, a wooden comb, a fur piece, and tassels.
A traditional Japanese breakfast tray with tea, soup, fish, eggs, pickles, and various side dishes on a round wooden table.
Four people are standing outdoors on a sunny day, smiling for the photo. They are in front of a school or community building with a clock and tents, possibly during a festival or outdoor event. One woman is holding a sign with Japanese characters.
A person with a red backpack standing on a grassy hill overlooking foggy mountains and trees.
A cozy room with traditional Japanese shoji screens, a large window overlooking a lush green garden, a small table with a vase and a book, and two chairs with cushions, one of which has a blanket draped over it.
Japanese cuisine featuring grilled or roasted sweet potatoes with a dipping sauce, set on a ceramic plate with a piece broken open to show the soft interior, surrounded by other dishes and a wooden table.
A woman with red hair wearing a checkered jacket stands in an art installation with colorful fabric tubes hanging from the ceiling in a gallery.
Traditional Japanese temple with a large, curved roof and a crowd of visitors in front, under a clear blue sky.
People walking through a tunnel beneath large rocks in a grassy area with hills and trees in the background.
A small opening between large, rough rocks, with sunlight streaming through and creating bright patches on the surface of the rocks.
A serene Japanese garden with a pond, a small red pavilion, and a red arched bridge surrounded by lush green trees.
A large, old tree with thick, twisting branches and green leaves, situated near traditional Japanese buildings with tiled roofs, under a clear blue sky.
A group of people participating in a traditional Japanese festival, gathering in front of a decorated shrine with paper lanterns, banners, and a rope with tassels hanging above them.
A woman with a red backpack standing beside a small outdoor water fountain in a traditional Japanese setting, holding teacups in her hands.
A top-down view of a young child with blonde hair wearing a pink shirt, sitting on a black chair and holding a page with printed text in both English and Chinese.
A young woman with blonde hair wearing a black top and a red necklace standing next to an elderly man in yellow traditional attire and beaded necklaces at an outdoor market. A woman in a red jacket is visible in the background, with market stalls and
A woman with a backpack and walking stick standing on a trail with Tiger's Nest Monastery in Bhutan in the background.
A woman holding a baby at a traditional Japanese festival, with a large cloud of white smoke in the background, people gathering, and decorative paper streamers hanging from a rope.
A large group of people, including monks and laypeople, posing in front of a traditional Asian temple.
Three people sitting on a wooden bench outside a building at night, illuminated by red lanterns overhead. The person on the left is a young woman with short dark hair, wearing a white shirt and shorts. The middle person is an older woman with light h
View through store window with Japanese lanterns hanging above, a Noh mask on display inside, and various Japanese snack packages and signs visible.
An elderly woman wearing glasses and an apron is gesturing with her hands while talking to a younger woman in a black coat inside a store with wooden shelves, books, and Japanese decorations.
A person walking in front of a traditional Japanese castle with dark black walls, white detailing, multiple tiers, eaves, and a stone foundation.
A traditional Japanese-style wooden house with a garden, including rocks, shrubs, and stepping stones. A woman sits cross-legged on a stone platform in front of the house.
A group of people, including a man with a video camera, a woman with red hair and a blue dress, and a young man with black hair in a navy shirt, standing near a waterfront with boats and green hills in the background.
A woman stands at the front of a conference room giving a presentation on a large screen, with seated audience members watching. The presentation slide is titled "Okinoshima and Munakata Shrine: A Story of 'Outstanding Universal Value'".
A woman standing between two Buddhist monks outdoors with a forested mountain in the background.
Traditional Japanese meal set with various small dishes, bowls, and a teapot on a wooden table.
Underground archaeological site with ancient pottery and artifacts illuminated by dim light.
Cityscape with buildings along a riverwalk during evening, with people sitting by the river and walking along the promenade, under a cloudy sky.
A traditional Japanese room with a blue carpet, a flower arrangement in a brown vase on a wooden platform, and a backdrop of painted panels depicting Mt. Fuji and nature scenes.
A traditional Japanese pagoda surrounded by evergreen trees and mountains in the background.
A Buddhist shrine with a large, black stone structure and a small dome on top, surrounded by a gravel courtyard and a white wall, in front of green trees.
Buddha statues and wooden sculptures inside a temple, framed by blurred foreground elements.
A woman standing next to a large stone monument with Japanese inscriptions in front of a traditional Japanese temple entrance.
Nighttime photograph of traditional Japanese building with lanterns hanging outside, a crescent moon visible in the dark blue sky.
Collection of black and gold tombstones with red and gold Japanese inscriptions surrounding a small altar with a golden statue of a woman, in a shrine.
A person wearing a blue coat, hat, and rain boots sweeping the ground near a pond with a traditional building and trees in the background.
Traditional Japanese tatami room with sliding shoji doors open to a garden with rocks, trees, and plants.
A Japanese-style room with a tatami mat floor, wooden shelving, a hanging scroll with Japanese calligraphy, and a small flower arrangement in a vase.
A lush garden scene with a pond, moss-covered stone pagoda on the right, and a waterfall in the background surrounded by trees and greenery.
A pair of straw slippers placed on a wooden surface, with a blue patterned bag and a cardboard box in the background.
Interior of a traditional Japanese temple decorated with paper lanterns, paintings, and wooden carvings.
Terraced agricultural fields on a hillside overlooking the ocean with a walking path and a few people.
A small fire in a sand pit, with burning wood and ashes, near the corner of a tiled floor.
Traditional Japanese Hina doll display with multiple dolls dressed in colorful kimonos on a red tiered platform.
Traditional Japanese display with a Hina doll, lanterns, cherry blossom decorations, colorful paper stacks, and ceremonial items on a red carpeted surface, set against a room with a gold folding screen and a wall hanging with a tree painting.
Close-up of a traditional Japanese Shinto shrine decoration with a twisted straw rope and paper streamers hanging from it, set against a background of trees and foliage.
Nighttime image of a pagoda roof with a full moon in the background.
Group of women dressed as Geishas in traditional kimonos and elaborate hairstyles walking down a street with wooden houses in Kyoto, Japan.
A street scene in Japan at sunset with people walking, some in traditional kimonos, surrounded by traditional Japanese buildings with tiled roofs and greenery.
A woman with a beige backpack standing outdoors on stone steps, touching a cartoon sign of a monk with a water basin, near a tree, rocks, and traditional Korean temple architecture in the background.
Traditional five-story pagoda with intricate wooden architecture seen between modern buildings on a city street in Japan.
Two stone monuments in a garden with trees and a wall in the background. The taller one has vertical Japanese writing, and the shorter one has a Japanese inscription on it.
Open grassland prairie with distant mountains under a partly cloudy blue sky.
View of the Forbidden City in Beijing, China, featuring a stone dragon engraved pathway with traditional Chinese architecture and red-tiled roofs in the background, visitors walking around the courtyard.
Traditional Chinese-style building seen through an archway, with mountains in the background and a landscaped pathway leading to the entrance.
Person wearing traditional Asian conical hat sitting at a small wooden table using a mobile phone, with a Buddhist poster on the wall behind, an umbrella hanging on the wall, and a red pillar to the right.
Buddhist monks and laypeople praying and making offerings inside a temple with ornate decorations and colorful flowers.
View of traditional Chinese temple with ornate roof and red lanterns, stone carvings, and a large pine tree in the courtyard.
Green rolling hills under a partly cloudy blue sky in a rural landscape.
Woodland area with tall pine trees, and small stone statues scattered among wildflowers and green grass.
A woman sitting behind a wooden table, holding a spoon, with decorative wooden stands, a bowl, and a ceramic container on the table. The background features a richly patterned screen with geometric designs.
Group of young boys dressed in traditional Japanese festival attire, some wearing colorful masks, participating in a cultural festival or event.
A traditional Japanese festival float, or mikoshi, decorated with gold, red, and black accents, large orange rags, lanterns, and gold ornaments, carried during a festival at night.
Nighttime scene of a traditional Japanese festival float decorated with paper lanterns, lanterns, and fabric, with people surrounding it, some holding lights, and a large illuminated sign in the background.
Night scene of a festival or parade with illuminated float structures and a crowd of people along a street.
A smiling young woman standing in front of the Tower of the Sun sculpture in a park, with green grass, flowers, and trees in the background.

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