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What is pictured in this photo?

The photo shows the upper ridgeline of Myoko-san, a peak in Niigata Prefecture, Japan. Multiple jagged lichen-covered boulders run along the ridge, surrounded by dried autumn grassland and red-brown low shrubs, with a blue sky and cloud bank in the background.

When does this scene typically occur in Japan?

The red-brown foliage on the low shrubs and dried yellow-brown grasses indicate mid to late autumn conditions on Myoko-san, typically from early October to early November at high-alpine elevations in Niigata Prefecture.

Myoko-san Rocky Ridge and Autumn Grassland — Free Stock Photo

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About This Photo

Myoko-san's upper ridgeline is dominated by a series of jagged rock formations running from the lower foreground toward the far right of the frame. The exposed boulders display gray-to-dark-gray surfaces covered in moss and lichen, lending them a weathered, high-altitude texture. A lone rock mass anchors the lower right foreground, while the central cluster rises against a backdrop of blue sky and dense white cloud banks pressing close to the peaks. Scattered shrubs in red-brown autumn color dot the slope alongside dried yellow-brown grasses across the wide, open hillside. The photograph uses a low, wide-angle composition that looks slightly upward along the slope, pulling the eye from the lower left toward the rocky formations at center and right. The ridge continues to the upper left as a green mountain flank, creating depth across the frame. Natural midday light illuminates the lichen-patched rock faces clearly while the cloud layer behind adds tonal contrast. Myoko-san stands in Niigata Prefecture and is listed among Japan's Hyakumeizan — the 100 Famous Mountains selected by mountaineer Fukada Kyuya and published in 1964. This image works well for hiking and trekking editorial content, outdoor gear or apparel campaigns, and mountain tourism promotion for the Niigata and Chuetsu region. The wide horizontal framing also leaves room for text overlay when used as a header or banner. PAKUTASO photos are released for free commercial use without attribution, suitable for both digital and print projects.

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Can I use this photo for commercial projects?: Yes. PAKUTASO photos are free for commercial use without attribution. See the licensing terms for full conditions.
What is pictured in this photo?: The photo shows the upper ridgeline of Myoko-san, a peak in Niigata Prefecture, Japan. Multiple jagged lichen-covered boulders run along the ridge, surrounded by dried autumn grassland and red-brown low shrubs, with a blue sky and cloud bank in the background.
What are good use cases for this image?: This image suits hiking and trekking editorial content, outdoor gear or apparel campaigns, and mountain tourism promotion for the Niigata region. The wide horizontal framing supports text overlay use in headers or banners.
When does this scene typically occur in Japan?: The red-brown foliage on the low shrubs and dried yellow-brown grasses indicate mid to late autumn conditions on Myoko-san, typically from early October to early November at high-alpine elevations in Niigata Prefecture.