Traditional Kyudo Archery Contest in Late Afternoon Light at Kyoto Shrine Grounds in in Kyoto, Japan

Traditional Kyudo Archery Contest in Late Afternoon Light at Kyoto Shrine Grounds

by Colton Rich

A group of archers in white hakama and dark vests stands on a dirt field beneath the eaves of a traditional wooden structure in Kyoto. Each practitioner holds a long yumi bow, preparing for a shot during a clear late-afternoon session. The low sun casts long, sharp shadows across the ground, highlighting the texture of the earth and the folds of their garments. Spectators sit quietly on the sidelines, observing the ritualistic movements. The disciplined posture and focused expressions of the participants against the backdrop of historic Japanese architecture.

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Traditional Kyudo Archery Contest Kyoto Japan in Kyoto, Japan in clear late-afternoon Late Afternoon Light Shrine Traditional Kyudo Archery Contest
Camera Nikon FE2*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Nikon FE2 photos, grab one online.
Lens 85mm f/2
Focal Length 85mm
Aperture f/2
Shutter Speed 1/60
ISO 50
Film Agfa Vista 200 vintage
Location in Kyoto, Japan
Date 2007-08-03
Credit VEETER
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