This photograph captures the thrilling moment just before the start of the Watarase Balloon Race, when all the balloons begin inflating simultaneously.
- Date and time of shooting:December 13, 2025
- Photographer: Mr. Pon
- Location:Watarase Balloon Race
- Address: Fujioka, Fujioka-cho, Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture
- Photographic equipment:Canon EOS R
- Lens:EF24-105mm F4L IS II USM
- F value: 9
- SS: 1/800s
- ISO: 800
- The same day's shooting route:Watarase Balloon Race →directional marker or indicatorNogi Hoffman House →directional marker or indicatorMukojima Hyakkaen
