Travel & Photography Magazine
Ten creative composition techniques for capturing Japan’s volcanoes! With @riki_shinagawa / “Japan is home to over 100 active volcanoes, making it one of the most volcanically active countries in the world. Besides being incredible geological phenomena, volcanoes are natural art forms sculpted over millennia, and today, they offer dramatic silhouettes to create unique artworks. In this series, you can find ten compositions featuring multiple locations across Japan. Scroll to compare and find the spots below for your upcoming adventure!
1) Lake Kawaguchiko - see pics 1, 2, 6 and 8
Lake Kawaguchiko is the most accessible of the Fuji Five Lakes, with convenient train and direct bus connections to Tokyo.
The northern shores provide the best views of Mount Fuji, especially during the cherry blossom season in mid-April and the autumn foliage in early November. The “Momiji Tunnel,” a picturesque maple tree-lined road located further west, is ideal for capturing the vibrant autumn colors.
2) Fujiyoshida City - see pics 3 and 7
Fujiyoshida is a city located near Mt. Fuji. It serves as the starting point for climbers at the Mt. Fuji 5th Station and is also home to Fuji-Q Highland. The city is a hub for outdoor activities, including trail running and hill climbing.
3) Oshino Hakkai - see pic. 4
Oshino Hakkai, with its crystal-clear springs and traditional thatched-roof houses, provides a glimpse into the harmony between nature and culture. Here, the volcanic soil nurtures lush greenery, creating a beautiful contrast against the starkness of Mount Fuji.
4) Saiko Iyashi No Sato - see pic. 5
Iyashi no Sato is on the site of an old farming village on the western shores of Lake Saiko. After a typhoon in 1966, they built an open-air museum and craft village.
5) Shizuoka - see pic. 9
Shizuoka, located along Suruga Bay between Tokyo and Nagoya on the historic Tokaido route, is famous for producing much of Japan’s tea and its significant shrines. The city is home to Miho-no-Matsubara Pine Grove, known for its views of Mt. Fuji and the Nihondaira Plateau, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean and tea farms.”
@nomadict: Which composition did you enjoy the most? 📸