It may sound unbelievable, but this image was actually taken during a continuous rain. A 40-minute exposure (like in Y-18) was necessary for this photograph, and, according to William, “No raindrop falls on the exact same spot, and it won’t show any ripples during a 40-minute exposure.” Also, by using such a long exposure, he was able to collect enough light on a dark day to render this image on film. The rounded cobblestones (isshuseki) are placed on the Suhama Shore besides the Minami-ike pond. The water is calm and reflects the Yatsuhashi bridge with its upright posts that support a wisteria trellis. We can also see another bridge to the right, the Tsukabashi, which is in perfect balance with the Yatsuhashi. This image has an ethereal beauty about it.
| Format | |
|---|---|
| Size | P1 (24 x 9 in.), P2 (36 x 14 in.), P3 (48 x 20 in.), P4 (60 x 24 in.), P5 (72 x 28 in.), P6 (96 x 38 in.), P7 (120 x 48 in.) |
| Lamination | None, UV |
