Dedicated, a photo from Mie, Kinki

Photographer's Note

This is at the end of a Kendo practice. Yesterday it was about 35 degrees C in this hall. These kids wear that gear for several hours a day swinging bamboo swords at each other. They are usually at the point of collapsing by the end. I find that all sports clubs, brass band, even the shogi club, in Japanese high schools show the same dedication. That said, I must add that I have seen people doze off watching Shogi but I have yet to see a player collapse after a match. :)

The only place to stand is facing the windows. I am still learning how to deal with backlight (but I want to avoid the flash).

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WhistlingChill (8) 2006-08-23 23:39

i like the photo too much
may be cos i'm so crazy about anything related to jaban :D... i have to visit this country one day i just love it...when i was a kid i wanted to marry a samuri :D twisted mind i guess
anyways nice photo n keep improving urself
best of luck
RAN

Klapaucius (627) 2006-08-26 10:43

Hi Jason,

Interesting photo. Thanks for sharing. ^_^

There is some disturbance in the image, but overall it is good. Good focus and good angle.

I am familiar with Kendo, bu not Shogi. What is Shogi?

Regards,
Richard

missninja (497) 2006-09-28 5:12

I love the mood in this picture...a great scenery. Well done!

kittyhawk (1802) 2007-01-11 5:24

Hello Jason,

Interesting image. I think you did a good job with this photo, you captured a great deal of detail even with the back light. Nicely done. TFS.

- Halgeir