Alleyway Threshold in Kyoto in in Kyoto, Japan

Alleyway Threshold in Kyoto

by Simone Larsen

First light after rain washes over a narrow Kyoto alley, the stone paving slick and reflecting the pale gray sky. A small, traditional wooden door stands slightly ajar, revealing the warm, amber glow of a low-hanging paper lantern inside a machiya home. On the wet threshold, a pair of wooden geta sandals rests beside a damp straw mat, their surfaces darkened by moisture. Raindrops rest on the vibrant green of a potted fern in the corner, while steam rises gently from a nearby vent, blurring the air. The quiet transition from night to day, with the soft, diffused light showing the textures of aged wood, wet stone, and living plant life in this historic residential district.

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Camera Fujifilm X-T2*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Fujifilm X-T2 photos, grab one online.
Focal Length 80mm
Aperture f/2.8
Shutter Speed 1/250
ISO 800
Film camera-default color science
Location in Kyoto, Japan
Date 2016-07-22
Credit VEETER
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