EOS 5Ds R EF24-70mm F2.8L II USM 132sec F14.0 ISO100
Known as the castle in the sky, the famous Takeda Castle Ruins viewed from Ritsuun Gorge across the sea of clouds looks absolutely gorgeous. If you could reach there before daybreak, you'll be able to see the beautiful collaboration of the dawning sky and the lit-up ruins. Note that it'll take about 30 minutes of hiking to the observation deck. But it is well worth it, so do visit the spot during the Rugby World Cup 2019(TM) games!
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EOS 5Ds R EF16-35mm F2.8L III USM 1/125sec F4.0 ISO100
The ropeway to Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden offers a 10-minute exquisite aerial journey. While ascending 400m (1,312ft) on the 1,460m (4,790ft) long ride, you can enjoy the seasonal landscape as well as the panoramic cityscapes of Kobe and Keihanshin (Kyoto-Osaka-Kobe) metropolitan region. Hope you enjoy the Rugby World Cup games and beautiful scenery!
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EOS R RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM 1/250sec F7.1 ISO200
The “BE KOBE” monument built on a corner of Meriken Wharf is now surging in popularity as an instagrammable spot.
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EOS R RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM 2.5sec F4.0 ISO800
This signature spot in Rokko Garden Terrace is renowned for its lightscape. There is a distinctive theme for each of the four seasons, and you can enjoy various colors and seasonal lightings. The place was enveloped by fog that day, which helped me capture this mystical moment.
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EOS R RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM 2.5sec F5.6 ISO800
This top sightseeing spot offers a perfect panoramic view of Kobe whose nightscape is acknowledged as one of Japan’s top three night views. From here, you can enjoy a thorough view of Kobe as well as the urban area of Osaka. You can also capture light trails of airplanes taking off from Kobe Airport lying straight ahead.
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EOS 5Ds R EF16-35mm f/2.8L III USM 0.6sec F22.0 ISO100
This hidden oasis exists in the Yamanote area of a metropolis Kobe. Only a few kilometers away from downtown Kobe, you'll find a place surrounded by gentle voices of nature with no disturbing noise. In portrait mode, you'll see it’s a two-tiered waterfall.
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RWC2019 Venue Information
Location:1-2-2 Misaki-cho, Hyogo-ku, Kobe
Capacity: 41410