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Writer's pictureStuart Gibson
1 day ago

One evening in Kyoto


Such a pleasure to host Louise from London on an evening tour of Kyoto.

Silhouette of a tiered pagoda against a golden sunset, with mountains in the background. Sky is cloudy, creating a serene, tranquil mood.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/320 second F/9.0 ISO 320 300 mm (35mm equiv.)

Cloudy skies and distant rain allowed for a moody and dramatic sunset.

Silhouette of a pagoda against a dramatic sunset, with clouds and mountain backdrop, creating a serene and majestic atmosphere.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/300 second F/9.0 ISO 320 123 mm (35mm equiv.)

Kyoto tower silhouetted against the mountains.

Silhouette of a tower against a mountainous skyline, with dramatic golden clouds and sun rays streaming through, creating a serene mood.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/850 second F/9.0 ISO 320 234 mm (35mm equiv.)

Neon down on Pontocho.

Neon sign glowing red reads "BAR," with a dark background and cobwebs. Red light casts on nearby building windows. Mysterious vibe.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/350 second F/1.4 ISO 320 84 mm (35mm equiv.)

The blue hour at Houkanjji pagoda.

Pagoda silhouette at dusk beside lit traditional buildings, creating a serene and warm atmosphere under a clear evening sky.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/52 second F/1.4 ISO 500 53 mm (35mm equiv.)

Red lantern on Pontocho.

Man in mask walks beside a red lantern with a tiger design. Night street with blurred lights in background creates a mysterious mood.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/170 second F/1.4 ISO 320 84 mm (35mm equiv.)

Taiwanese cuisine lantern in Gion.

A glowing red lantern with Chinese characters reflected on a tiled wall, creating a warm, ambient scene.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/52 second F/4.0 ISO 640 53 mm (35mm equiv.)

Deliveries being made in the alleyways of Pontocho.

Person pushing a cart in a dimly lit alley with red lanterns. The mood is quiet and subdued, with warm light and shadows.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/80 second F/1.4 ISO 320 84 mm (35mm equiv.)

A busy eatery.

Person in white jacket sitting outside a lit alleyway bar with red lanterns, holding a phone. Others in the background. Nighttime setting.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/80 second F/1.4 ISO 400 84 mm (35mm equiv.)

Reflections.

Heineken beer sign glowing brightly with green and white colors, featuring a red star, against a textured orange wall, with reflection.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/340 second F/1.4 ISO 320 84 mm (35mm equiv.)

More neon.

Neon sign of a bar in red against a dark background; above, a yellow circle with a black dragonfly silhouette.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/400 second F/1.4 ISO 320 84 mm (35mm equiv.)

Neon signs read "BAR" and "GedaB" in a dim alley with warm, colorful lights. A yellow dragonfly sign and a bottle silhouette are visible.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/80 second F/1.4 ISO 400 84 mm (35mm equiv.)

Red parasols on Pontocho.

Two vibrant red paper umbrellas in a serene setting with stone pavement and pebbles, creating a warm, tranquil atmosphere.
FUJIFILM X-T3 1/80 second F/3.2 ISO 500 84 mm (35mm equiv.)

A big thank you to Louise for a fun-filled evening.














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