Murin-an

05/10/202427/10/2024

Murin-an is a villa built between 1894 and 1896 by Aritomo Yamagata, a politician from the Meiji and Taisho periods. The property consists of a garden, a main house, a Western-style building, and a tea house. The garden, considered a masterpiece of modern Japanese landscape design, was created by the seventh-generation landscape artist Jihei Ogawa under the direction of Yamagata. Unlike the traditional symbolic gardens that represented seas with ponds and islands with rocks, this garden reflects a new naturalistic approach, featuring dynamic landscapes resembling satoyama (village mountain) scenery and flowing streams.

photo equipment : PENTAX K-1 Mark II + HD PENTAX-D FA 24-70mmF2.8ED SDM WR

Murin-an Official site: https://murin-an.jp/en/

Motoyasu Matsutani, Kyoto-based Photographer livening up the Osaka-Kansai Expo

As the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025 approaches, neighboring Kyoto is buzzing with anticipation, preparing to leverage its rich cultural heritage and timeless beauty in support of this momentous event. The city eagerly awaits the economic benefits that will ripple through various industries, recognizing its pivotal role in the Expo's success.
As a photographer, I am dedicated to capturing Kyoto's vibrant spirit and unique charm during this historic period. Through my lens, I aim to document not just the city's scenic beauty, but also its dynamic energy as it engages with the global spotlight of the Expo, contributing to both its immediate impact and enduring legacy.
Kyoto continues to evolve as a premier destination, with endless possibilities in tourism development, luxury market expansion, and innovative branding strategies.

Motoyasu Matsutani, Photographer