Hodogaya Ward Official Instagram Photo Contest 2024

Bon Dance Festival at Nishikubocho Park

■Photographer comment

　It was the first Bon Dance Festival for a daughter who loves to dance, and I took it during a break between songs.
　For my daughter, who is only two years old at that time, even if I dance, I can flutter my hand up and down and flutter.
　Still, when I wanted to dance early, I felt the growth of my daughter and the goodness of Bon Odori in my eyes staring at the next song now or now.

■Comment from the judges
　A photo with a sparkling child's eyes. I was convinced by reading the author's comment.
　The moment of growth and the expectation of the person were brilliantly captured, and the moment that was cut together with the Bon Odori Japanese lantern is a photograph that can only be taken here.

Hodogaya Park in early spring

■Photographer comment

　Hodogaya Park is famous for its cherry blossoms in Yoshino cherry tree, but there are also early blooming Kawazu cherry blossoms along the brook. Japanese white-eye and brown-eared bulbul are invited by the nectar of flowers during the chilly season. They fly from flowers to flowers, so they can't take good shots.
　This photo is a photo that was finally taken with stickiness in such a situation.

■Comment from the judges
　It is a piece that reminds you of the rich nature of the local Hodogaya Park.
　A work worthy of the Flower Charter, where you can feel the breath of spring. In the beauty of cherry blossoms, the moment of the light moving around in Japanese white-eye is vividly reflected.

On the hill at Nishitani 2-chome

■Photographer comment

　I like the slope of Hodogaya Ward. Famous is around Gontazaka and Beerzaka, but I believe that "an unexpected view is waiting at the end of the unnamed slope."
　This photo was taken on a hill in the Nishiya area on the evening of a summer day. There is an elevated Shinkansen in Nishiya (in the photo, the left side of the green sign of Maruetsu), and if you're lucky, you can see Dr. Yellow!

■Comment from the judges
　Hodogaya Ward is a town with lots of hills. I have never seen the scenery from the place in this photo, but I feel nostalgic somewhere. That's because the scenery from the top of the slope is our original scenery. Combined with the color of the summer sunset and the well-organized composition, it is a very comfortable piece.

At Matsubara Shopping Street Night Bazaar

■Photographer comment

　A ghost who came to play at the Halloween night in the shopping street where many people are excited.
　Which one should I choose in front of the confectionery shop? I called out to a ghost who was worried and took a picture!
　"I want ghosts and balloons, and I'm looking forward to Halloween night!" I took a picture with the image.

■Comment from the judges
　Matsubara Shopping Street is a vibrant shopping street that represents Hodogaya Ward. The annual night bazaar is a big event that is bustling every year. Small ghosts and balloons lit by streetlights and light inside the store. Its exquisite lighting enhances the appeal of the photo. The appearance of staring at this is an impressive work.

Yokohama Business Park Berryni Hill

■Photographer comment

　The healing space in the center of the business park! I'm looking forward to Christmas limited illuminations.
　In the work, orange and blue are cut in half, conscious of the curve of the building, and the reflection of the tree and Danna appear in silhouette! I tried to put the window during work in comparison.
　Wonderful ♡ Where? I want to go! I'd be happy if you think about it.

■Comment from the judges
　In Yokohama Business Park, its space itself is artistic. It is a work that brings out new charm by cutting out such a place with a mysterious composition. The Christmas tree and people in the water become symmetrical and make you feel the beauty of silence. It's a cool piece like a movie scene.

Bamboo shoot digging in Kawajima-cho

■Photographer comment

　To dig bamboo shoots hosted by Care Plaza.
　The first experience of the whole family.
　When I dug the bamboo shoot that my daughter chose, it was big and surprised.
　We were able to harvest a lot and enjoyed the bamboo shoot dishes.
　My daughter likes bamboo shoot rice.
　The charm of Hodogaya is that it is kind to the child-rearing generation.
　There are many events where you can participate with your children, so you can experience various things and I think you live in a really good place.

■Comment from the judges
　I guess no one is surprised by this big bamboo shoot. You can get such a fine bamboo shoot in Hodogaya Ward! The girl's happy expression and the presence of the bamboo shoots. And the richness of nature spreading in the background. It's perfect for this contest, filled with the charm of Hodogaya Ward.

Furumachi Bridge on a summer day

■Photographer comment

　Sunday in August, when white clouds were floating around the deep blue summer sky. Looking at the direction of Minato Mirai from the top of the bridge, a huge white cloud was spreading in front of me.
　What is there at the end of this cloud?…

■Comment from the judges
　Katabira River, which is familiar to the inhabitants of the ward, and the big summer clouds are impressive. The bold composition that emphasizes the size of the sky has an even greater impact. At the end of Katabira River is the symbol landmark tower of Yokohama. It is a work that tightly traps the atmosphere of summer along with the attractive scenery of Yokohama.

Inhabitant of a ward festival in Hodogaya Park

■Photographer comment

　I was born and raised in Hodogaya Ward.
　A baby was born in May of this year, and I visited a large park called Hodogaya Park for the first time with a new family in the wake of the festival!
　This photo is a photo taken unintentionally because the children dance happily along with the performance of the music band is so cute.
　Through the festival, I once again felt that Hodogaya Ward was a very easy place to raise children.

■Comment from the judges
　Inhabitant of a ward festival that both adults and children can enjoy together. The atmosphere is firmly cut out on this piece. The dazzling smile of the music band and the movement of the child's hand in the foreground give a dynamism to the photo. I was born and raised in Hodogaya Ward, born children, and rediscovered the charm of the region through festivals.

Hoshikawa Sugiyama Shrine in the fresh green season

■Photographer comment

　Hoshikawa Sugiyama Shrine sits on a hill in Hodogaya Ward. When you visit the sacred precincts, surrounded by rich greenery and full of natural energy, you will feel like you are purified both physically and mentally.
　I worship all year round, but I like to visit during the fresh green season, where green carp streamers are displayed on the grounds where the pleasant breeze blows through.

■Comment from the judges
　Hoshikawa Sugiyama Shrine stands on a hill. The contrast between the blue sky behind it and the carp streamer swimming in the fresh green is refreshing. I think that everyone feels fresh in the figure of a carp streamer swimming dynamically and comfortably in the wind.

Hiddenbo at Tennocho Park

■Photographer comment

　This is one photo taken on the way back from the nursery school, when I was doing hide-and-seek in the usual park.
　Where are you? If you're looking for it, it's okay. I heard the voice of Hydrangea in full bloom.
　I found it! When I called out, the girl looked into her face from hydrangea was so cute that she hurriedly released the shutter!

■Comment from the judges
　A girl who looks out from the big hydrangea. The lovely expression and shining eyes are very impressive. The vivid colors of hydrangea gently wrap around the girl, making you feel like a scene from a fairy tale.

Born in Hodogaya-ku, Yokohama.
After working in photography for family photography, bridals, and stores, he started full-scale business trip photography in 2012. In 2023, he opened his home studio and started anew as "& Shashinkan".
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