This photo was taken at Hakusan Shrine, the principal shrine of Niigata, and captures the shrine’s gate, which is beautifully adorned with a blue sign for the summer pilgrimage. The solemn atmosphere of Hakusan Shrine, combined with the summery blue decorations, makes this a photo that captures the seasonal charm of the shrine.
| Date & Time | July 4, 2026 *There is a photo diary. |
| photographer | without batting an eyelid |
| Location | Niigata’s Principal Shrine: Hakusan Shrine |
| Address | 1-1 Ichibanbori-dori-cho, Chuo Ward, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture |
| Photography Equipment | Canon EOS R |
| lens | EF24-105mm F4L IS II USM |
| F value | 4 |
| suspended solids | 1/1250s |
| ISO | 400 |
| Shooting route on the same day | Niigata’s Principal Shrine: Hakusan Shrine →directional marker or indicatorYorii Beach (Niigata) →directional marker or indicatorWithin Niigata Prefecture →directional marker or indicatorFukushima Lake →directional marker or indicatorNiigata Prefectural Botanical Garden →directional marker or indicatorEchigo Hills National Park →directional marker or indicatorHydrangea Park (Tokamachi City) |
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