Cover photo by TakeZo
Hiroshima City, the largest city in the Chugoku region, is a nature-rich city built on the delta of the Ota River. Combined with its history, it offers a fascinating place where new perspectives can be gained with each visit.
This time, we introduce five spots you should definitely visit when in Hiroshima. Enhance your photography skills through each of these captivating landscapes.
The Atomic Bomb Dome: A Testament to Eternal Peace
Photo by AO
The Atomic Bomb Dome, a symbol of Hiroshima, is a photography spot that conveys the weight of history. The building's silence and its reflection on the river offer different impressions day and night.
Shooting in the soft light of early morning can capture a special image imbued with prayers for peace. Using a wide-angle lens to incorporate the expansive sky in the background is also recommended.
Hiroshima Castle: A Harmony of Castle and Nature
Photo by decomp3104
Hiroshima Castle is renowned for its beautiful castle structures that harmonize with the changing seasons. Many photographers visit, especially during cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.
Try capturing the inverted castle reflected on the water surface or the greenery surrounding the main keep. A telephoto lens can highlight the intricate beauty of the details.
Scenes with Hiroshima Streetcar
Photo by 坂野花空
The Hiroshima Streetcar is a nostalgic face of city transportation. Capturing the streetscape along the tracks or the streetcar in motion is highly recommended.
Adjust the shutter speed to try panning shots that express the movement of the streetcar, potentially resulting in dynamic photographs.
Shukkeien Garden
Photo by bonchan
Shukkeien Garden, created by the first lord of the Hiroshima Domain, is a historic garden where you can enjoy the changing seasons despite being in the center of Hiroshima. The stone bridge, Koko-kyo, is a symbolic presence of the garden.
Aim for the moist scenery after rain or the landscape enveloped in morning mist for a magical shot. Long exposure using a tripod is also recommended.
Kannon Shrine
Photo by sukko
Kannon Shrine in Hiroshima is a majestic shrine greeted by a grand stone torii and the elegant weeping cherry blossom known as 'Kannon Shidare.' The historic lanterns and dynamic cherry blossoms are perfect for capturing with a focus on the contrast of light and shadow.
Capture the moment when the soft evening light envelops the shrine buildings to enhance the mystical atmosphere in your photos.
