Castle Town Umbrella Sky｜Focus on fresh greenery, with flowing colored umbrellas in the background

Year 2025July 2025Julyumbrella skyCastle Town Umbrella SkyGunma prefecture (Kantou area)Various Scenery
At Castle Town Umbrella Sky, focus on the fresh greenery in the foreground while blurring the umbrellas in the background to convey depth and seasonal atmosphere.
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This photograph was taken at the Castle Town Umbrella Sky. By focusing on the fresh greenery in the foreground and deliberately blurring the expansive Umbrella Sky in the background, I emphasized depth and a sense of the season. The "Castle Town Umbrella Sky," a seasonal tradition in Tatebayashi City, Gunma Prefecture, is a summer event famous for filling the sky overhead with colorful umbrellas.Its charm lies in the ever-changing play of light depending on weather and time of day. On sunny days, the light and shadows filtering through the umbrellas create a beautiful scene, while cloudy days and dusk envelop the sky in fantastical hues. Depending on your shooting angle, you can capture its diverse expressions, making it perfect for sharing on social media. It's also highly recommended as a stop during photo walks or sightseeing trips.