Mitsuki Dazai performs the Koto (13-stringed zither) during the Moonviewing Festival (O-Tsukimi) at the Portland Japanese Garden — plus a portrait of my wife and I in the window reflection.

Full res on Glass.

A blurred, ethereal view of a person in traditional Japanese attire playing a koto (a long Japanese zither) through a reflective surface. The image has a warm, golden glow, with the musician’s form softly illuminated against a darker background. A dimly lit stage with a person in traditional Japanese clothing sitting on the floor, playing a koto (a long Japanese zither). The performer is illuminated by a spotlight, creating a dramatic contrast against the dark background. A reflection of the musician is visible, giving the initial impression of two players. Red cloth is visible beneath the instrument, adding a warm accent to the scene.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ A close-up view of a person’s hand and arm in a cream-colored kimono sleeve, plucking the strings of a koto. The wooden body of the instrument is visible, showing its intricate grain. A sheet of music is partially visible in the foreground. An interior view of a modern building with glass walls and copper-colored ceiling elements. Reflections and lighting create a complex, layered visual effect. A silhouette of a person is visible in the foreground, with displays and lighting fixtures illuminating a second person in the background.