In the crisp autumn air, the upper reaches of the Tama River wind through Hikawa Gorge in the northwesternmost part of Tokyo Prefecture, Japan. Unlike the lower reaches of the river, where decades of industrial pollution necessitated extensive restoration, the headwaters here remain pristine—a haven for fishing, camping, and hiking.
As I crossed the Hikawa-Kobashi pedestrian suspension bridge, my eyes were immediately drawn to the lazily flowing emerald waters below. The vibrant green river, framed by a verdant shoreline, rugged wet stones, and slopes adorned with bright autumn leaves, created a captivating composition waiting to be photographed. The tranquility of the gorge, coupled with the vivid autumn colors, made this afternoon photowalk all the more enjoyable and a perfect reminder of nature’s enduring beauty.
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In the crisp autumn air, the upper reaches of the Tama River wind through Hikawa Gorge in the northwesternmost part of Tokyo Prefecture, Japan. Unlike the lower reaches of the river, where decades of industrial pollution necessitated extensive restoration, the headwaters here remain pristine—a haven for fishing, camping, and hiking.
As I crossed the Hikawa-Kobashi pedestrian suspension bridge, my eyes were immediately drawn to the lazily flowing emerald waters below. The vibrant green river, framed by a verdant shoreline, rugged wet stones, and slopes adorned with bright autumn leaves, created a captivating composition waiting to be photographed. The tranquility of the gorge, coupled with the vivid autumn colors, made this afternoon photowalk all the more enjoyable and a perfect reminder of nature’s enduring beauty.
Location: Hikawa Gorge, Tokyo, Japan
Timestamp: 12:35・2024/11/26
Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter
ISO 3200 for 1/250 sec. at ƒ/11
Astia/Soft film simulation