Peaceful Grazing
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Peaceful Grazing in the Japanese Highlands
日本の高原に広がる穏やかな放牧の風景
Located at the base of Mt. Aka (赤岳・Aka-dake), the tallest peak of the Yatsugatake Mountain Range in Yamanashi Prefecture, Whanau Stable is home to a number of horses, including retired racehorses. Visitors can take riding lessons or simply experience the joy of being around horses under the guidance of certified instructors.
The southern base of Mt. Aka forms a highland plateau, offering comfortable riding conditions throughout the long summer months. With its lush meadows, clean mountain water, and wide-open landscapes, the area has become a popular destination for several horseback riding clubs and stables.
I captured this photo of one of the Whanau Stable horses grazing peacefully while visiting a nearby bakery located at the eastern edge of the pasture. From there, you can enjoy panoramic views of the stable’s fields and the horses roaming freely under the summer sun.
Watching the horses graze beneath Mt. Aka made me appreciate the quiet charm of Yatsugatake’s highlands even more as a place where the scent of grass and cool mountain air helped me feel calm and grounded.
Location: Kiyosato, Yamanashi Pref., Japan
Timestamp: 2025/08/17・10:54
Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP
105 mm ISO 400 for 1/500 sec. at ƒ/5.6
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