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36 Views of White Heron Castle — No.17
第十七景

Otemon Gate in Evening Sun

Himeji Castle — View 17: Otemon Gate in Evening Sun (from Sakuramon Gate, autumn afternoon)
Sakuramon Gate 1 Oct 2025 · Leica M10 + Summilux 50mm · Photo: Toji Masaya
Season
Autumn
Time of day
Afternoon
Date
Gear
Leica M10 + Summilux 50mm
Location
Sakuramon Gate

Near the Otemon entrance, evening light reaches the stone walls and gate structures. The approach to the castle shifts from a busy daytime route into a quieter, more reflective scene.

Photo Tips

  • LocationAround Sakuramon Gate
  • HighlightLight across the gate and stone walls combines the weight of the fortress with the feeling of day's end.
  • Shooting NoteWait for a brief pause in foot traffic so the entrance structure and light direction read clearly.

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Sakuramon Gate
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