The Sun Also Rises
Photographer
Taro Ishii
Category
Nature Photography - Sunrise/ Sunset
Company
Submission Group
Professional
Year
2026
Country / Region
Japan
This photograph was taken from the summit of Mt. Fuji, capturing the moment when the morning light breaks through the sea of clouds at dawn.
The golden rays piercing the mist symbolize the strength of nature.
In Japan, the sunrise seen from Mt. Fuji is revered as sacred and is called Goraikō.
Credits
Photographer / Company
Philipp Schmieja
Category
Editorial Photography - Culture
Country / Region
Germany
Photographer / Company
Yu Wen Chen
Category
Special Category - Night Photography
Country / Region
Taiwan
Photographer / Company
Glenn Goldman
Category
Architectural Photography - Interior
Country / Region
United States
Photographer / Company
Russell Trozera
Category
Nature Photography - Wildlife
Country / Region
United States