Cover photo by ぶらいあんと
Discover new scenes on your travels or landscapes that blend into everyday life. Landscape photography allows you to feel the history and culture of a place. It connects with people's memories, revealing new expressions through the lens. This series introduces works capturing such landscapes.
Kumamoto is a city where powerful nature, deep history, and the warm lives of its people harmonize.
This time, we introduce carefully selected photography spots unique to Kumamoto, centered around the Kumamoto Castle aiming for restoration, where nature and culture intertwine.
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Kumamoto Castle: A Symbol of Restoration and Strength
Photo by Sochigraph
Kumamoto Castle, a symbol of Kumamoto, was built by Kiyomasa Kato. The restoration work following the 2016 earthquake continues, with the restored main tower exuding a powerful presence as if imbued with new life. The beautiful curves of the stone walls and the contrast of the black tiles and white walls show different expressions in each season.
Kato Shrine: A Spectacular Spot Overlooking Kumamoto Castle
Photo by 清流の森
Kato Shrine, located near Kumamoto Castle, offers a perfect viewpoint facing the castle. The view of Kumamoto Castle from the shrine grounds brings quiet inspiration to visitors. Particularly during the times of morning mist or dusk, you can encounter especially enchanting scenery.
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Kusasenri: A Vast Carpet of Green
Photo by ayako
Embraced by the outer rim of Mount Aso, Kusasenri offers a breathtaking location with its endless green grasslands. Capture the sight of grazing horses with a wide-angle lens to perfectly convey the pastoral and tranquil atmosphere in your photos.
Milk Road: A Scenic Drive Overlooking the Five Peaks of Aso
Photo by tom333m
Milk Road winds through the stunning scenery of Aso. The silhouettes of the mountains at sunrise or sunset are breathtakingly beautiful. It's recommended to park your car by the roadside to capture the vast panorama. It's also a great spot for aerial drone photography.
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Kurokawa Onsen: A Town Wrapped in Steam and Light
Photo by naophoto
Kurokawa Onsen, often called 'Japan's most beautiful hot spring town,' is adorned with countless bamboo lanterns along the river during the Yuakari season, enveloping the entire town in gentle light. Stroll along the stone-paved alleys and capture the magical scenes created by steam and light.
Shinmachi and Furumachi: Streets That Reflect the Life of a Castle Town
The Shinmachi and Furumachi districts, located west of Kumamoto Castle, retain the atmosphere of a former castle town. The white-walled and black lattice townhouses, traditional shops, and the presence of local life transform 'ordinary daily life' into warm works of art. The time when the morning light shines in offers a chance to encounter soft scenes.
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