
Tateshina-Otaki Waterfall
Tateshina-Otaki Falls in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, cascade over large stones and cliffs, blanketed in lush moss nourished by the cool mist rising from the falls. The mist also feeds the emerald-hued pool below, adding to the tranquil, pristine atmosphere of the scene.

Autumn’s Arrival
Along the trail to Tateshina-Otaki Falls in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, the lush moss of the Tateshina-Genserin Primeval Forest blanketed the ground, while a scattering of fallen leaves and clusters of mushrooms emerged here and there, subtly heralding the approach of autumn.