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Shot in Barcelona. I was drawn to the contrast between the warm lighting of the bar and the cool night air, along with the calm, cinematic mood of the scene.

📷 Sony A7 IV

Locations:

• Photo 1: Lake Biwa lakeside & BIWAKO monument (Otsu, Shiga)
• Photo 2-4: Sunrise reflections, Keihan streetcars at night, and local Omi sake "Naminooto" with sushi.

My Experience: I captured the first few photos right around sunrise at Lake Biwa (Japan's largest lake). The reflections of the ships and buildings on the calm water were absolutely worth waking up early for. After that, I explored the city, shot the Keihan streetcars at night, and wrapped up the day with some amazing local sushi and Omi sake called "Naminooto".

Hiyashi Chuka (chilled ramen noodles) is a Japanese summer classic, but this one is "Kure-style" from Kure City, Hiroshima.

Unlike the standard version, it uses flat, chewy noodles that catch the sweet, sour, and slightly spicy soy-based soup perfectly. Topped with char siu pork, shrimp, cucumber, and a boiled egg.

It's refreshing, deeply flavorful, and perfect for warm weather!