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Matsushima Bay Kanejima, the bell island

Tue, February 28, 2017, by Muza-chan

During eons of time, water and wind sculpted the islands of Matsushima Bay into amazing shapes, and the process continues. The island photographed here received the name of Kanejima, “bell island", because the waves passing through the 4 natural arches are making a bell-like sound…

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Kanejima, Matsushima, Miyagi
Kanejima, Matsushima, Miyagi
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EXIF Info:

Nikon D700
Lens: VR 80-400mm F/4.5-5.6D
Focal Length: 300mm
Aperture: F/7.1
Shutter Speed: 1/1600s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 250
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