The snow monkeys (or Japanese macaques) of Jigokudani Springs near Nagano, Japan are certainly one of the more photogenic species I’ve had the pleasure of working with. There is only one ryokan (a traditional Japanese inn) at the springs, and you have to hike in about 40 minutes, carrying your suitcase or backpack, to reach it. This could be tricky in bad weather, but it was a nice day when I hiked in as well as when I hiked back out three days later. Spending a few nights at the ryokan, gave me the opportunity to photograph the macaques after the day tourists had gone for the night. Many of the macaques sleep around the ryokan, some even up on the roof. This was one of those macaques that didn’t bother retreating into the forest before falling asleep. Nikon D200 with Nikkor 70-200mm lens (at 190mm) ISO 400, f/3.2 at 1/50th of a second
You really captured the vulnerability and tranquillity of this beautiful monkey. Hope u had a chance to enjoy the hot springs too! Nothing quite like a Japanese on-sen.
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The snow monkeys (or Japanese macaques) of Jigokudani Springs near Nagano, Japan are certainly one of the more photogenic species I’ve had the pleasure of working with. There is only one ryokan (a traditional Japanese inn) at the springs, and you have to hike in about 40 minutes, carrying your suitcase or backpack, to reach it. This could be tricky in bad weather, but it was a nice day when I hiked in as well as when I hiked back out three days later. Spending a few nights at the ryokan, gave me the opportunity to photograph the macaques after the day tourists had gone for the night. Many of the macaques sleep around the ryokan, some even up on the roof. This was one of those macaques that didn’t bother retreating into the forest before falling asleep.
Remarkable photo!
Peaceful💜
—– Sleep a dream perchance
—– Extends a knowing ardor
—– For this angel flight .
He looks so human.
Absolutely stunning! I’ve enjoyed many of your images but this one is truly spectacular.
You really captured the vulnerability and tranquillity of this beautiful monkey. Hope u had a chance to enjoy the hot springs too! Nothing quite like a Japanese on-sen.
What a face.
I love this little Sanicola pic!
he looks so peaceful in his sleep. ( great pic. )