Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine|Conscious of the depth and rhythm of the wind-bell passage

Year 2025July 2025JulySaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Kawagoe Hikawa ShrineVarious Scenerywind chime
A photo capturing the depth of the arrangement stretching from the foreground to the wind chime path at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

This photograph was taken at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, utilizing the arrangement of wind chimes stretching from the foreground to the wind chime corridor in the background, with an emphasis on depth and three-dimensionality. At Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine in summer, wind chimes suspended throughout the grounds play a cool, soothing melody, calming the hearts of visitors. The sight of transparent wind chimes sparkling in the light is beautiful and perfect for capturing in photographs. The dreamlike atmosphere is especially enhanced during times of dappled sunlight or twilight.

Date & TimeJuly 6, 2025
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationKawagoe Hikawa Shrine
Address2-11-3 Miyashita-cho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids1/100s
ISO800
Shooting route on the same dayKawagoe Hikawa Shrine →directional marker or indicatorNambada Castle Park →directional marker or indicatorSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)

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