Nestled under a sky adorned with white clouds, the serene Tatego-Hama Beach on the shores of Lake Shoji in Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi Prefecture, offers a peaceful retreat. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, this picturesque lakeside, lined with colorful rowboats, epitomizes the stillness and beauty of rural Japan.
Photo Description – A Serene Lakescape
Tatego-Hama Beach of Lake Shoji, the smallest of the Fuji Five Lakes, presents a quaint and undisturbed scene. Unlike the bustling Lake Kawaguchi, Lake Shoji’s shores are sparsely populated with tourists, even on weekdays. The lakeside, with minimal commercial establishments, maintains a tranquil atmosphere, offering a stark contrast to its more crowded counterparts.
Story Behind the Photo – A Moment of Reflection
After capturing the majesty of Mount Fuji, a glance back at Tatego-Hama Beach revealed a beautifully clear sky. This spontaneous shot captures the essence of a quiet, unembellished Japanese landscape, reflecting a poetic tranquility often lost in busier locales.
From an Amateur Photographer’s Perspective – Capturing Simplicity
In the calm of Lake Shoji’s Tatego-Hama Beach, simplicity became the subject. The unadorned beauty of the area, with its clear skies and quiet waters, required no embellishments, allowing the natural serenity to shine through in the photograph.
Equipment and EXIF Information
- Camera: Olympus PEN-F
- Lens: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12-45mm F4.0 PRO
- Shutter Speed: 1/800s
- Aperture: ƒ8
- ISO: ISO 400
- Exposure Value: 0 ev
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