A path running through a tall bamboo grove, with soft light filtering down from above.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Arashiyama, Kyoto

This bucket-list set of photographs was the main reason I came to Kyoto. I woke up at 4:30 AM to get here for first light and an empty forest, ripe for capture. One of my most peaceful experiences and a magnificent scene. Be sure to visit when in Kyoto!