Heda Lighthouse
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ボーダーコリーと戸田灯台
We arrived at Heda Lighthouse on the western coast of the Izu Peninsula, facing the deep, dark waters of Suruga Bay. Just a three-hour drive southwest of Tokyo (approximately 145 km/90 mi via expressways), we pulled into the nearby parking lot at 5:30 a.m., greeted by the crisp morning air and the distant sound of waves crashing against the shore.
The lighthouse, originally built in 1952 and renovated in 1984, received an upgrade in 2012, increasing its luminosity to reach as far as 12.5 nautical miles. Standing against the coastal winds, it continues to guide vessels navigating these waters.
Capturing a shot in these conditions was no easy task. The early morning darkness, combined with fierce gusts, threatened to topple my tripod and camera off the seawall. Despite the challenge, I managed to frame two special moments—one showcasing the lighthouse standing resilient against the wind, and another of my dog sitting patiently at its base, seemingly unfazed by the elements.
On a clear day, Mt. Fuji rises majestically behind the lighthouse, creating a breathtaking backdrop. Though luck wasn’t on my side this time, I hope to return again—perhaps at sunrise—when the first golden light kisses the iconic peak of Japan’s most famous landmark.
Location: Numazu, Shizuoka, Japan
Timestamp: 2025/03/19・6:11
Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP
105 mm ISO 800 for 1/250 sec. at ƒ/5.6
Location: Numazu, Shizuoka, Japan
Timestamp: 2025/03/19・6:13
Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP
28 mm ISO 1250 for 1/250 sec. at ƒ/10
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