Japan - Crab meat dinner - Sabu sabu - Japanese Restaurant Travel Photography

Japan - Crab meat dinner

At Kani Doraku Japanese Restaurant

Travel Photography Review

かに道楽 京都本店

Kani Doraku Japanese Restaurant Travel Photography. Kani Doraku Japanese restaurant was established in 1971.  Kani Doraku is a Japanese restaurant chain that specializes in crustaceans and other seafood. The restaurants are known for their traditional appearance and the large, mechanical, red crab that moves above the main entrance.[1]

Common sense of meal, start from the light-tasting dishes. The chef using different cooking methods and mix different ingredients. eg Sashimi, Steam, Cheese Bake, BBQ, Tempura, Sushi, Mix with Rice. Until the stronger-tasting dishes. That method can make you get the taste of crab meat difference level in every dish.

Video link:

https://youtu.be/HnPjqzQV45Y

Delicious crab meat set dinner travel photography.

Sashimi

Sashimi

Steam

Steam

Cheese bake crab

BBQ crab

Tempura

Crab sushi

Crab sushi

Crab rice

All photos were taken by Ken Pang.

Japan - Osaka - Sabu Sabu - Hot pot - Travel Photography Review

Osaka Sabu Sabu Travel Photography. The oil pattern on the wagyu beef is very beautiful. Taste Wagyu beef, with sesame seeds ground into crumbles and mix with the sesame sauce, which is delicious. The fresh crabs are neatly placed on the food plate very delicate. The crab meat is delicious, fresh sweet, elastic, and very fresh. The Miso soup taste is very rich. The side dishes have many different kinds of vegetables, mushrooms, etc... and are arranged in a pot arranged very beautifully. In this restaurant, take photos using a flashlight is forbidden. I can only take photos with a large ISO, and hold the camera to be stable to take the following photos.

Video link:
https://youtu.be/HnPjqzQV45Y

This restaurant is very dark.

I do not use flash, so I use high ISO 6400.

I try to use restaurant lighting for the shooting.

Use canon software set brighter and sharper.

Osaka Sabu Sabu Travel Photography.

Japan - Shrine - Travel Photography

Japan - Osaka - Toyokuni Shrine 豐國神社 Travel Photography Review

Toyokuni Shrine Travel Photography. Toyokuni Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan. It was built in 1599 to commemorate Toyotomi Hideyoshi. It is the location of the first tamaya (a Shinto altar for ancestor worship) ever constructed, which was later destroyed by the Tokugawa clan.[1]

When I arrived at the Toyokuni Shrine. I walked around with the camera. I hope to find a beautiful shooting angle. From front to back, left to right, far to near. This trip's experience, I am very happy. After the trip, when I saw the photos. I remember a speech. Video is recording process, Photos can bring back memories.

Video link:

https://youtu.be/HnPjqzQV45Y

Toyokuni Shrine Travel Photography. There is a beautiful and quiet place.

All photos were taken by myself.

ref: 1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyokuni_Shrine_(Kyoto)

Japan - Kyoto - Jishu Shrine Travel Photography Review

Jishu Shrine Travel Photography. When you travel to Kyoto. You will definitely come to Kiyomizu Temple. The Jishu Shrine is just behind Kiyomizu Temple, so there is also a must-see. That year, Kiyomizu Temple was undergoing repairs, so not too many photos of Kiyomizu Temple were taken. The Jishu Shrine has a long history. Many single boys and ladies come to worship the shrine to ask for a good marriage. Couples are also attracted to the shrine to pray for a long time. There is a marriage stone in the temple. First, you are far away from the marriage stone. Second, you close your eyes, and go to the marriage stone and touch it. The marriage will come, so if you are a single boy and lady, you can try it. I wish you have a marriage and happiness.

Video link:

https://youtu.be/HnPjqzQV45Y

Jishu Shrine Travel Photography. There is a beautiful place!

All photos were taken by Ken Pang.

On the plane Sunrise Travel photography - Hong Kong to Japan

On the plane Sunrise Travel Photography

Hong Kong to Japan Osaka

Sunrise Travel Photography. Every time I travel to Japan. I look forward to it. I hope I can touch with different things. There will have a different first time. Whether it’s food, scenery, things, experiences, etc., I hope to be different. This time travel to Japan Osaka from Hong Kong. When I board the plane. I began to pay attention to the window, and skylight change. I prepared well, and pay attention to whether the sunrise started. The sky began to see some faint light, and I needed to start shooting until the sky was all bright. You don’t know when it’s the most beautiful picture will go in your eyes. The sun's position at a different level, according to time is lost, the plane’s flight angle,  sunlight, and clouds refraction. The sky color is unexpected. But this time I meet the most beautiful sunrise. I took photos to freeze this moment.

Use the Hyperfocal distance photography method. If you want to know more about Hyperfocal distance, you can read the article below.

Video link:

https://youtu.be/HnPjqzQV45Y

Sunrise Travel Photography.

Shutter speed 1/90

Aperture value 3.5

ISO 400

Hyperfocal distance

Shutter speed 1/4000

Aperture value 3.5

ISO 100

Hyperfocal distance

Before taking a sky photo on the plane experience. I know need to set a bigger aperture value and more fast shutter speed. I try to take "underexposure, normal exposure, and overexposure." and I choose a better one.

To Japan Okayama Sky Photography Review
日本 岡山 天空攝影 

Okayama Sky Photogarphy. Daylight takes cloud photos on a plane. 

Recommend using a small aperture (e.g. F 9.5 ),  and Hyperfocal distance method

The very important, sunlight is very strong, it will hurt your eyes. Be careful!

You want to take the sharpest possible photographs use the Hyperfocal distance method. This method has limitations. In this article, I will explain hyperfocal distance and give methods to get the sharpest possible photographs with a maximum depth of field.

What is Hyperfocal distance?

Online has many Hyperfocal distance articles. Hyperfocal distance is the focusing distance that gives your photos the greatest depth. You focus on a particular point between the foreground and the background. It can make both the foreground and the background elements of the scene appear reasonably sharp. This focusing point is called the hyperfocal distance.

In the optical world. Hyperfocal distance this technical definition is the closest focusing distance that allows objects at infinity to be acceptably sharp. “infinity” referring to any distant object.[1]

Use Hyperfocal distance Tips!

Use a simple method to use Hyperfocal distance. First, you need to know your lens. Lens has an “infinity” symbol. Turn the focus point to the infinity symbol. 

If you use Hyperfocal distance, the main point is you need to know how many distances the screen image starts sharp according to calculation.

ref[2]

H = f2 / F (0.033)

e.g.18mm F3.5

H=18 x 18 / 3.5 x 0.033 

H=2090mm

After 2090mm distance must be a sharp area.

After calculation to make a decision, Now your position is it good for use this method to take a photo? Normally the landscape photo is good for use in this method. I know sometimes this method is good for taking a news photo. That is easier to understand. In the future, I hope you can try Hyperfocal distance in your taking photo. Good Try!

YouTube video link:
https://youtu.be/FfvzMY0rkjI

Okayama Sky Photography

Aperture 9.5, Exposure time 1/350, ISO 100

Aperture 9.5, Exposure time 1/750, ISO 100

Aperture 9.5, Exposure time 1/750, ISO 100

Aperture 9.5, Exposure time 1/350, ISO 100

Aperture 9.5, Exposure time 1/750, ISO 100

Aperture 9.5, Exposure time 1/350, ISO 100

Aperture 9.5, Exposure time 1/350, ISO 100

2016 Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival Image - Take by Ken Pang

Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival Image

Hong Kong every year has a wine tasting festival promotion event. "The Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival". This event has a history of ten years and attracted many visitors. Over the world, different brands of wines, beer, whisky, champagne, etc.. brought to the exhibition by Exhibitors. Visitors can taste the world's wine. In addition to wine, the venue also provided a lot of delicious food. e.g. Oysters, lobster, scallops, steak, etc... That night was very lively and there were bands playing music. The atmosphere was very nice. If you love a drink. You must spend the time to join Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival. Feeling this atmosphere. 

Beautiful Place Don't Miss It!

History

2009 (1st session)

The Hong Kong Tourism Board has designated 2009 as the Year of Hong Kong’s Food and Wine Festival. As one of the key tourism development and promotion projects. 3 days exhibition. Only guests, sponsors, and media are admitted. Admission is free. You can purchase a wine tasting pass at HK$150. Taste a total of 12 glasses of wine at different booths in the exhibition. You can also purchase the coupons at HK$10. Wine voucher, with one or two wine tasting coupons for tasting wine at individual booths. There is a wine tasting classroom in the venue. Local and international wine tasting experts teach and assist different levels of wine tasting skills, and there are also cooking seminars.

2010 (2nd)

There are more than 230 wines and food booths. This year, there is a special wine zone. In which only can use the "wine tasting pass", wine coupons can not be used in the special zone. The wine tasting pass is worth HK$200, and there are 12 wine tasting vouchers that can be used in all booths. Wine tasting vouchers with a value of HK$10 cannot be used in the special wine zone. The wine tasting pass also comes with different coupons, and there is also a gift of wine glass souvenirs.

2011 (3rd)

The number of wines and food booths 230 increased to 287. 19 participating countries, including Bulgaria, Georgia, and Japan, participated for the first time. In addition, there are two-party events held respectively, named Spanish Night and Japanese Night, which provide special wines and cuisines and ethnic performances from the two places.

Admission is free. The standard wine pass used in general booths includes 10 wine vouchers priced at 200 Hong Kong dollars. The premium wine pass for exclusive wine areas has increased from 300 Hong Kong dollars last year increased to 480 Hong Kong dollars, with a quota of 9,000. [1]

2012 (4th)

The last exhibition was at the West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade. There were 310 wine and food booths. Two new exhibition areas were added for desserts and a new product area. In addition, a tasting wine cultural gathering with Spain and Italy. Activities include enjoying Spanish award-winning wine and food on Spain Day. Italian street food gathering to taste Italian wines. The event was supported by many foreign wine alliances. Including the top Italian wineries and Bordeaux Daily, etc.

Admission is free. The standard wine pass includes 10 wine vouchers priced at HK$200, and the premium wine pass includes 5 premium wine tasting vouchers and food coupons priced at 480 Hong Kong dollars. This year’s new ticket is added at HK$20. Dessert taste coupons and a standard wine tasting pass of HKD$300 for 2 per person. The standard wine tasting pas for 2 persons" comes with 15 standard wine tasting coupons. Single purchases are standard wine tasting coupons of HKD$10 each and premium wine tasting coupons of HKD$50 each.

2013 (5th)

The first time exhibition at the New Waterfront in Central. A key project in Hong Kong. There are 299 wine and food booths, with 16 participating countries, and Bordeaux wine experts are invited to host wine tasting classes. There are also Michelin chefs who cook in exhibitions. In order to facilitate crowd control. This year's first admission fee is HKD$30 per person, and the standard wine tasting coupon has been increased from HKD$10 to HKD$15 [2].

2014 (6th)

The Kai Tak Cruise Terminal exhibition. This year have five themed exhibition areas, with about 270 wine and food booths [3]. Compared with previous sessions, the number of attendance at the 6th session increased by 30%, and the number of attendance on the first day increased by 70%.

2015 (7th)

Exhibition at the New Waterfront in Central.

2016 (8th)

Exhibition at the New Waterfront in Central.

2017 (9th)

Exhibition at the New Waterfront in Central.

2018 (10th)

HK Central Central night Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival exhibition at the New Waterfront in Central.

2019

 ( Cancel )

2020

Prevent the epidemic. The Exhibition was changed to an online platform.

Japan - Okinawa - Travel Photography

Japan - Okinawa - Cape Manzamo 萬座毛

Travel Photography Review

When traveling to Okinawa, Cape Manzamo is one of the famous locations. Tourists will go to visit. Okinawa's famous travel location points to point distance between is very far. Therefore, I recommended you rent a car. Rent a car to travel is better than using public transportation. It is because you can save more times to go to more famous locations. Cape Manzamo has a car park and has enough parking space for parking. There is a small market near to the car park. Sells a lot of local specialties. There is an endless sea on the shore of Cape Manzamo. There has a famous rock like an elephant nose. You can along the walkway to enjoy the beautiful scenery and photography.

- Hyperfocal -

Definition 1: 

The hyperfocal distance is the closest distance at which a lens can be focused while keeping objects at infinity acceptably sharp. When the lens is focused at this distance, all objects at distances from half of the hyperfocal distance out to infinity will be acceptably sharp.

Definition 2: 

The hyperfocal distance is the distance beyond which all objects are acceptably sharp, for a lens focused at infinity.

Video link:
https://youtu.be/N02vk1I7NTc

Okinawa Cape Manzamo Travel Photography.

Crepuscular Ray

On the Plane Sunrise Travel Photography.

On the Plane Sunrise Travel Photography Review

On this trip to Japan. First time shooting sunrise on an airplane. The sky color is very beautiful. But these times I didn’t use the hyperfocal shooting technique. The shutter speed setting was not fast enough, so some photos were a little bit blurry, and some photos were still acceptable. I need to unsharp mask in the software. In these times I have shooting sunrise on a plane experience. Next time I’m able to take better sunrise photos on a plane. Use hyperfocal shooting technique and fast enough shutter speed.

Below's link is the next time's shootings:

https://kenkenworks.blogspot.com/2017/05/hong-kong-to-osaka-japan-on-airplane.html

https://kenkenworks.blogspot.com/2019/06/to-japan-okayama-sky.html

Sunrise Travel Photography.

Shooting Mode Aperture-Priority AE

Tv(Shutter Speed) 1sec

1sec shutter speed, so the photo have little blur.

Av(Aperture Value) 11

Shooting Mode Aperture-Priority AE

Tv(Shutter Speed) 1/10

1/10 shutter speed is sharper than the 1st one photo.

Av(Aperture Value) 9.0

11 changed to 9

Use this mode is easier to catch this moment, but you must hold your camera stable.

Cocktail - Poster - Easy roll stand - All Day Breakfast - Photogarphy - Mini Club

Poster, Easy roll stand - Mini Club 

Design and Photography Review

Poster Design and Photography. The shooting venue is in a Night Club. There the light is very weak. The shooting direction and conception. The front object is clear, the back area is hazy. Flash beam tube, the light setting is downwards from a high place. The difficulty point is in the setting angle of the light and the flash power level. The cocktail is the main object, near the cocktail is a candlestick. Both objects need the same clear.  Flash should not be too strong or too weak. What aperture should be used? and the aperture should not be too large. It is because the cocktail and the candlestick should also be clear. How to let the above idea be successful. We need to try several times. Setting right flash power, right aperture, right shutter speed. When success taking this photo. Then put the promotional contents requested by the customer on the artwork. The design techniques, photo and text proportions, light and dark processing, 1/3 2/3 golden proportions. These are all techniques that will be used.

This photo takes by DSLR Canon EOS 550D.

Artwork made by ai and photoshop.

Lighting set on the cocktail glass. The focal point on a cocktail. Blur shop dark area make a background. The lighting area and Dark area make a contrast.  Use handwriting fonts to make a welcome feeling.

All Day Breakfast - Photography and Colour Management Review

All Day Breakfast Photography. Below's photo has color management. Take photos to make a Color Management. This process is given a photo a color standard. Colorchecker Passport has a Grey color surface. 1. Use your camera to take a grey color surface. 2. Camera manual setting white balance, use grey color surface's photo. Colorchecker Passport has many color square surfaces. 3. Take this surface photo. 4. Take the main object's photo. 5. Open Adobe Lightroom import all photos inside from the camera. 6. Use Colorchecker passport many color square surface photos, to make the color profile. 7. Use this profile to apply to the main object's photo. Why do we need this process? It is because different devices show the color is different. They have their own individual color profile. So person A sees the photo color, which may be different from person B. But we need to make a standard in the photo. When A and B's device same to make color management, then A and B person see the same photo color's different will be small. If you still have an interest in this process. You can search on google or youtube. There has much information you need.

All Day Breakfast Photography.

This photo is taken by Canon EOS 550D

This photo has Colour management by Adobe Lightroom

I used a Colorchecker passport to color manage this photo.