2026 Raiku Shrine｜Lights peeking through bamboo branches
This photo was taken at Raikyu Shrine from a slightly higher vantage point to show the lanterns visible through the gaps in the bamboo grass.
Lanterns
2026 
November Naritasan Shinshoji Temple｜A grand entrance where the imposing lanterns radiate a sense of history
This photograph was taken with a focus on the magnificent lantern at the entrance of Naritasan Shinshoji Temple.
November Warm composition of maple leaves and lanterns
This photo was taken at the Komine Shrine with a well-balanced arrangement of yellow and red maple leaves and lanterns, giving a sense of warmth in a serene setting.
November Komine Shrine｜Quiet Harmony of Lanterns and Autumn Leaves
This photo was taken at Komine Shrine, where colorful autumn leaves and lanterns combine to create the tranquility and splendor typical of a Japanese garden.
Year 2025 Kawasaki Daishi｜Festival scenes woven by lanterns and the main hall
This photograph captures the large lanterns suspended at the Kawasaki Daishi Wind Chime Festival alongside the architecture of the main hall in the background, blending the festival and temple scenery into a single image.
Year 2025 Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜Expression of three-dimensionality with the second lantern as the axis
This photo was taken at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, with the second lantern from the front in focus, in a composition that brings out the depth and continuity of the lanterns in the line.
Year 2025 Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜Line of depth composed by the third lantern
This photo was taken at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, focusing on the third lantern from the front, with the intention of capturing a view with depth in the photo.
Year 2025 Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜Fantastic light of lanterns floating in the darkness
This photograph was taken at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, capturing a beautiful lantern floating in the darkness, and the contrast between the quiet atmosphere and the light makes for a fantastic image.
Year 2025 Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine｜Soft composition focusing on the lantern in the center
This photo was taken at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, with the lanterns in the center in focus and gently blurred out in front and behind to create a soft sense of depth and three-dimensionality.
Year 2024 Shinobazunoike Pond｜Summer Scene with Lanterns and Sunset
This photo captures a summery scene of sunset and lantern lights.
