This photo was taken at Hakusan Shrine, the principal shrine of Niigata, and captures the beautiful lotus flowers and the torii gate. The purity of the lotus flowers blends with the traditional shrine atmosphere of the torii gate, creating a scene that showcases the unique Japanese charm of Hakusan Shrine.
| Date & Time | July 4, 2026 |
| 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 | Canon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM |
| F value | 2.8 |
| suspended solids | 1/8000s |
| ISO | 800 |
| 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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