#chiba prefecture

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Shirako Beach

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Spring in Chiba by Visit Chiba Japan

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犬吠埼

December 2024

行くの遅くて登れんかった

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No.469 Shimosa 4 views

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Abiko station on Joban line in Chiba prefecture

*The station staff uses flags to signal, and the driver drives based on the signals. After the driver confirmed that the addition of trains is complete, Doors will be opened.

Archive;series 8 views No.460~

No.469　下総四景

二人組 - 常磐線我孫子駅

アーカイブ:八景シリーズ　No.460～

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Kazusa-Nakano Station: A Nostalgic Encounter with the Isumi Line Carriage・昭和レトロの旅：上総中野駅といすみ線の350型の黄色い一両列車

Location: Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture, Japan Timestamp: 13:48・2024/07/10

Fujifilm X100V with 5% diffusion filter ISO 320 for 1/320 sec. at ƒ/2.2 Pro Negative High film simulation

While exploring the quaint Kazusa-Nakano Station, I was delighted when a single yellow carriage of the Isumi Line rolled gently into the station, its vibrant colors contrasting beautifully against the lush green backdrop.

This particular train is an Izumi Model 350, a diesel railcar series introduced to the Isumi Line in 2013 and 2014. The 350 Series is a modern iteration inspired by the classic Kiha 52 series, first introduced to Japanese railways in 1958. These diesel railcars are powered by an in-line 6-cylinder, 355 PS diesel engine.

Listening to the hum of the trains idling diesel engine, memories of my first ride on a single carriage diesel train came flooding back. It was on the Sagami Line in the 1980s, an experience that left a lasting impression on me as most other trains I have ridden since have all been electrified.

Check out my full write-up (1-minute read) at https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240710-carriage, where I dive into more details and provide sources for further reading and research.

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Buildings

📍Sawara, Katori, Chiba, Japan

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佐倉ふるさと広場 ひまわり 2024 / Sakura Furusato Square (2) (3) by Masafumi Takahashi

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Chiba Institute of Technology

“Tsudanuma Campus of the Chiba Institute of Technology, in Narashino City, Chiba Prefecture, Japan.” - via Wikimedia Commons

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Inohana Castle, Chiba by Chiba City Japan Just East of Tokyo

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No.448　房総八景　海と暮らす-内房線

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Sunlit Karugamo Ducks and Shimmering Falls ・カルガモと一緒に、粟又の滝を満喫

Location: Otaki Town, Chiba Prefecture, Japan Timestamp: 12:59・2024/07/10

Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP 105 mm ISO 100 for 1/800 sec. at ƒ/9

During my visit to Awamata Falls on the Yoro River, I was delighted to see several families with young children and toddlers playing in the cool, shallow waters. This heartwarming sight brought back memories of my own childhood.

Alongside these families, were a pair of Eastern Spot-billed Ducks (Anas zonorhyncha), basking in the warm summer sun on small stone islands in the middle of the river.

Awamata Falls is a picturesque spot in Chiba, Japan, perfect for family outings and wildlife observation.

Access details and sources for further reading available in my full write-up, (1-minute read): https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240710-duck