Amidst the crisp azure of an autumn sky, the towering edifices of Otemachi rise, a testament to Tokyo’s ceaseless pulse. The Hibiya Moat, a silent witness to the city’s storied past, mirrors this modern spectacle, juxtaposing the vibrant yellows of ginkgo trees with the steadfast greens of willows.
Photo Description – The Urban Canvas of Otemachi
Captured from the serene Hibiya Moat, the Otemachi skyline soars under a refreshing autumn sky. The photo frames a harmony of nature and urbanity, with the onset of fall painting ginkgo trees a vivid yellow beside the deep green willows, all reflected in the tranquil waters of the moat.
Story Behind the Photo – Echoes of Edo and the Pulse of Modern Japan
The buildings captured in this photograph stand in Otemachi, the heart of Japan’s business and financial district, housing the headquarters of corporations that shape contemporary Japan. This juxtaposition of modern vitality and preserved nature owes its existence to the Imperial Palace’s presence since the Meiji era and the area’s historical significance as the site of Edo Castle during the Tokugawa shogunate.
From an Amateur Photographer’s Perspective – A Moment of Past and Present
This shot aims to encapsulate the remnants of the Edo period alongside the central hub of Japan’s bustling business district. The day’s clear weather graciously allowed the inclusion of the mirrored buildings and trees in the Hibiya Moat, a gift from the skies.
Equipment and EXIF Information
- Camera: NIKON Df
- Lens: AI Nikkor 50mm f/1.4S
- Shutter Speed: 1/2000s
- Aperture: ƒ8
- ISO: ISO 400
- Exposure Compensation: 0 ev
Location