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
Anne Neiwand
Category
Nature Photography - Seascape
Country / Region
Australia
Photographer / Company
Mark Gray
Category
Nature Photography - Landscapes
Country / Region
Australia
Photographer / Company
Philipp Schmieja
Category
Editorial Photography - Documentary
Country / Region
Germany
Photographer / Company
Glenn Goldman
Category
Architectural Photography - Detail
Country / Region
United States