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      <image:caption>Echizen Ono Castle rises above a sea of clouds at sunrise, creating the illusion of a floating castle surrounded by mist in the mountains of Fukui, Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Stone lanterns frame the torii gate of Einoo Tsurugi Shrine standing in calm coastal waters at sunrise, highlighting the quiet beauty of rural Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Powerful waves crash around the iconic Oarai Isosaki Shrine torii gate, capturing the dramatic meeting of Japan's sacred traditions and the Pacific Ocean.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Osaka Castle rises above peaceful gardens and reflective ponds during autumn, blending historic Japanese architecture with vibrant seasonal colours.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Matsumoto Castle reflects across still waters at dawn, showcasing one of Japan's finest original samurai castles beneath soft pastel skies.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The preserved post town of Magome-juku glows at sunset, where traditional wooden houses line the historic Nakasendo Trail in the mountains of central Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The sacred Meoto Iwa, or Wedded Rocks, rise from the Pacific Ocean at sunrise, symbolising harmony and tradition along Japan's eastern coastline.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Traditional thatched-roof houses stretch through Ouchi-juku, preserving the atmosphere of an Edo-period post town nestled in the mountains of Fukushima.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Kegon Falls plunges through volcanic cliffs in Nikko National Park, offering one of Japan's most spectacular waterfalls surrounded by lush forest and natural scenery.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Autumn colours reflect across Kagami Ike Pond beneath dramatic mountain peaks, showcasing the peaceful landscapes of Nagano Prefecture in central Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A torii gate stands alone on a quiet beach of Wata Island as gentle waves roll ashore beneath dramatic skies, capturing the serene beauty of coastal Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A solitary torii gate stands in the calm waters near Konpira Shrine as golden light reflects across the sea, revealing the quiet spirituality of coastal Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The sacred couple rocks of Sakurai Futamigaura emerge from crystal-clear coastal waters at sunrise, revealing one of Kyushu's most peaceful seascapes.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A secluded torii gate stands between dramatic coastal rock formations at Benten Jinja in Mie Prefecture, capturing the raw beauty of Japan's rugged coastline beneath stormy skies.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Sunrise over the floating torii gate of Shirahige Shrine on Lake Biwa, capturing one of Japan's most peaceful sacred landscapes in warm golden morning light.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Historic Dogo Onsen illuminated at blue hour in Matsuyama, showcasing one of Japan's oldest hot spring bathhouses surrounded by modern city lights and traditional architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Traditional ryokan line the Ginzan Onsen river at dusk, creating one of Japan's most iconic hot spring towns with glowing lanterns, wooden buildings and timeless atmosphere.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The famous Meoto Iwa of Kyushu photographed at sunset, where sacred couple rocks emerge from the sea beneath soft golden light and rolling ocean waves.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Night view beneath a bridge over a river, featuring blooming trees, modern architecture, and their reflections on the calm water.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Park Hyatt Tokyo and the Shinjuku skyline photographed at dusk from an elevated viewpoint, revealing Tokyo's iconic skyscrapers.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Tokyo Skytree rising above elevated highways at night, captured with long exposure to emphasize the city's futuristic atmosphere.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Ryogoku Station Historic Ryogoku Station photographed at night with long exposure light trails, blending traditional railway architecture with modern Tokyo.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Tokyo skyline at sunrise viewed across Tokyo Bay, featuring Tokyo Tower beneath soft morning light and a full moon.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Modern architecture and long exposure light trails in Tokyo's Ginza district at blue hour. Urban photography by Japan photographer Nicolas Wauters.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Night photography of trains passing through Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo, creating colorful light trails across one of Japan's busiest railway hubs.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Kachidoki Bridge illuminated at night over the Sumida River with modern Tokyo skyscrapers reflected in calm water.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Elegant European-inspired streetscape in Tokyo's Shiodome district photographed at night with refined architectural lighting.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima illuminated at night, reflected in the Motoyasu River. Fine art photography capturing one of Japan's most important historical landmarks.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Night view of Hiroshima featuring the historic Atomic Bomb Dome in the foreground, surrounded by modern skyscrapers, trees, and reflections on the Motoyasu River.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Shibuya Crossing photographed at night after rainfall, featuring illuminated buildings and reflections on wet pavement in central Tokyo.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Long exposure photograph of Haneda Airport's highway network and surrounding infrastructure at night near Tokyo Bay, Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Night view of Tokyo's Marunouchi skyline reflected in the moat surrounding the Imperial Palace. Fine art cityscape photography by Japan photographer Nicolas Wauters.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The Hilton Tokyo and surrounding skyscrapers photographed at night in the Shinjuku business district using long exposure techniques.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>River Osaka skyline reflected in the Tosabori River at night, highlighting the city's illuminated bridges and modern waterfront architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Night view of a river with rocky shores, illuminated residential and commercial buildings, and reflections of the city lights on the calm water.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Night view of a modern city skyline featuring illuminated skyscrapers and a contemporary pedestrian bridge reflected on the calm water.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The colorful SOHO apartment building in Tokyo, illustrating contemporary residential architecture through rhythm, symmetry and vibrant design.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>The award-winning Musashino Art University Library designed by Sou Fujimoto, celebrated for its minimalist wooden architecture and innovative interior design.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>The dramatic interior of Tokyo International Forum, designed by Rafael Viñoly, celebrated for its striking steel and glass architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/71623cfa-2317-47ec-8b40-df5a77a3632e/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Akasaka+Palace.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Akasaka Palace in Tokyo photographed at blue hour, highlighting the contrast between historic European-inspired architecture and the modern skyline of Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/e7309c28-817d-434e-9320-09a03d75f296/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Saitama+Stadium+2002+copie.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Saitama Stadium 2002 photographed at sunrise, highlighting the bold geometry and scale of one of Japan's largest football stadiums.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Tokyo Skytree framed by cherry blossoms, combining contemporary architecture with Japan's iconic spring season.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/a6997ef3-f1f5-4c2b-90a5-7ce0b78010a6/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Edo+Museum.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>The iconic Edo-Tokyo Museum photographed at dusk, showcasing one of Tokyo's most distinctive examples of contemporary Japanese architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/ecc5c463-c4d2-4513-9d1d-52c937eb924e/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Cohan+Building.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Contemporary residential architecture in Tokyo, showcasing geometric apartment buildings illuminated at night with minimalist Japanese urban design.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/85ed1a2c-ec4c-4ff1-82fc-034d9fd48108/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Kawagoe.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Historic architecture in Kawagoe, Japan, where preserved traditional merchant buildings reflect the timeless character of the Edo period.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>The futuristic architecture of Kokusai-Tenjijo Station in Tokyo, featuring sweeping steel structures and modern transportation design.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/fb11ca33-2489-44ed-ac3a-1ae5d1dc3e95/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Owls+Koban.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Unique owl-shaped police station beneath Tokyo's elevated expressways, blending playful architecture with the city's urban infrastructure.</image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/fd1263cc-ef11-41f5-a217-e3e327280551/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Comme+des+garcons.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Minimalist interior architecture of the Comme des Garçons flagship store in Tokyo, featuring curved glass walls and contemporary Japanese design.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/2559382c-5ecb-4d1d-a627-a72ebba727b2/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Tokyo+Disneyland+hotel.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Tokyo Disneyland Hotel illuminated at blue hour, showcasing elegant European-inspired architecture at Tokyo Disney Resort.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/99988447-063b-42c8-b3e1-2a00c2a7ff2e/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Sanrio+Puroland.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>The colorful entrance of Sanrio Puroland, featuring whimsical architecture inspired by the world of Hello Kitty near Tokyo.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Historic Takanawa Fire Station in Tokyo, blending early twentieth-century architecture with the surrounding modern cityscape.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>Tokyo Big Sight photographed at night, featuring one of Japan's most iconic examples of futuristic exhibition hall architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>The illuminated Saitama Super Arena at night, showcasing the dynamic architecture of one of Japan's most versatile entertainment venues.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Japanese Architecture</image:title>
      <image:caption>The iconic Umeda Sky Building in Osaka, renowned for its futuristic design and the spectacular Floating Garden Observatory.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-29</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/5f9da442-6b02-4a29-84c6-e26858d433e8/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Shibuya+Station+Basement.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Modern underground station at Shibuya, showcasing contemporary Japanese transit architecture and geometric design.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/2bfd9846-a606-410e-bcad-47c686acf0f9/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Ginza+Footbridge+02.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Minimalist pedestrian bridge in Ginza, Tokyo, illustrating the elegance of Japanese urban design and geometry.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/664d3e06-df3b-42ae-a611-ae84c69f2737/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Ochanomizu+Bridge.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Steel railway bridge crossing the Kanda River in Tokyo, showcasing Japanese engineering and urban infrastructure.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/19ecd05f-9b24-49aa-a809-fce3e7fc6cc8/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Saitima+Lock.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Floodgate structure in Saitama, Japan, highlighting monumental engineering and industrial architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/dfbecbb7-3a98-4c9e-bc21-396576eda39f/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Edo+Arakawa+bridge.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Steel bridge spanning the Arakawa River near Tokyo, highlighting Japanese engineering and industrial architecture at night.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/004c6ca2-bc2c-4748-975e-8c5c6cbbd151/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Makuhari+Messe.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Contemporary exhibition hall at Makuhari Messe near Tokyo, featuring bold geometry and modern Japanese architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/29220f87-2d81-4de0-899b-ce6c663366ff/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Shinagawa+Station.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Contemporary station concourse at Shinagawa, Tokyo, emphasizing symmetry, light and modern Japanese architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/4e387d3b-af36-468e-803e-a7301d806cc4/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Under+the+highway.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Elevated expressway over Tokyo canal, revealing the monumental scale of Japanese infrastructure and urban engineering.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/1ada74c8-9d00-493c-bef5-715dab0fe752/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Hotel+elevator.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Symmetrical hotel elevator photographed from below, emphasizing geometric lines and contemporary interior architecture in Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/d130da94-562d-43dc-a5cb-b340119272d8/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Edo+Museum.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Contemporary entrance of the Edo-Tokyo Museum, featuring bold architectural forms and modern design in Tokyo, Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/361d5ef8-cddc-45c3-860e-05feb3d5deac/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Chiba+Parking.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Circular parking structure in Chiba, Japan, showcasing geometric design, symmetry and contemporary urban architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/c8ffcbdd-df3e-4594-a59d-f0c11e51715f/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Shibuya+iStream.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Contemporary architecture at Shibuya Stream in Tokyo, featuring clean lines, symmetry and minimalist urban design.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/fe96fb5e-83f9-40f2-9b56-0e48dd535040/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Edo+bridge.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Urban bridge in Tokyo photographed at night, revealing the clean lines and layered structure of Japanese infrastructure.</image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/d23f7735-d606-429a-a637-f42472ada73a/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Saitama+Station.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Modern railway station in Saitama, Japan, captured through symmetry, light and contemporary architectural design.</image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/3c43eea6-5568-473f-adc9-526e96f529ee/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Shinjuku+Opera.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Architectural details of Tokyo Opera City in Shinjuku, highlighting symmetry, geometry and contemporary Japanese design.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/708b62fb-91df-4b9e-a64e-a694a8c93248/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Suidobashi+ferris+Wheel.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Ferris wheel and urban architecture at Tokyo Dome City, blending entertainment and contemporary city design.</image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/9b284327-55aa-406f-9405-ade4d53107ed/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Yokohama+Subway+Station.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Contemporary subway station in Yokohama, Japan, featuring clean geometry, symmetry and minimalist architectural design.</image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/1633f2e6-ed22-42fd-aa6d-cc863d684ed3/Nicolas+Wauters+Japan+Photographer+-+Ginza+Footbridge.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Urban Infrastructure</image:title>
      <image:caption>Contemporary pedestrian bridge in Ginza, Tokyo, showcasing clean lines, geometric design and the minimalist elegance of Japanese urban architecture.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.nicolaswauters.com/elevated-japan</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-29</lastmod>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/5e7e600f-b2ee-4702-a4cb-ac91c0d13f49/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Tokyo+tower.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Night view of Tokyo Tower glowing above the city's skyline, surrounded by illuminated skyscrapers and endless urban lights.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Elevated view of Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo, revealing the iconic intersection, surrounding architecture and the city's dynamic rhythm.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Rooftop view across Nakano, Tokyo, highlighting the quiet residential skyline beneath the city's illuminated business district.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/3cd28988-af6f-46d3-8ae7-8f799b1cbb79/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Fukuoka.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Elevated night view of Fukuoka, Japan, featuring illuminated highways, modern architecture and the skyline overlooking Hakata Bay.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/911970c1-d041-4d5b-aa8b-1a20beafe20c/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Skytree+from+the+Sky.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Aerial view of Tokyo Skytree rising above the vast cityscape, revealing the immense scale of Japan's capital from the sky.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/64c4cd6d-e0a8-40ae-b979-60487ab58b6f/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Tokyo+National+Stadium+from+the+Sky.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Aerial view of the National Stadium in Tokyo, surrounded by parks, sports facilities and the city's sprawling urban landscape.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/6a2f9f6d-12dc-497d-a37d-eb0ac8b5cf36/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Shinjuku+Cocoon+Tower.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Night view of Shinjuku's Cocoon Tower from above, showcasing Tokyo's modern skyline and illuminated architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/09591f28-91ed-4c11-a9c1-abd45805a429/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Mont+Moiwa.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Sweeping view of Sapporo from Mount Moiwa, where the city's geometric layout stretches towards the snow-covered mountains.</image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/e48bf5f3-88a9-449c-870b-95adfea8678d/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Hakodate+Hokkaido.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Elevated panorama of Hakodate, Japan, revealing the city's unique peninsula, harbour and winter atmosphere from above.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/be58ebba-b5da-43a3-a3a8-b1c749275472/Shimoda+port.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/e7a0f74c-0728-4de8-9780-4b380a957926/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Nagasaki+Glover+Road.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Elevated view of Nagasaki, Japan, revealing hillside neighbourhoods layered across the landscape and overlooking the harbour.</image:caption>
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      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/e59f59bb-5ee7-4526-b4ff-1cc7551977dd/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Ikebukuro+Station.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Elevated view over Ikebukuro in Tokyo, showcasing the dense urban landscape, railway lines and vibrant city architecture.</image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/933e6402-0eca-4993-84a5-56ae15c81195/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Tsutentaku+Tower+Osaka.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Elevated view of Tsutenkaku Tower rising above Osaka's dense cityscape, showcasing the city's unique urban character.</image:caption>
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    <image:image>
      <image:loc>https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/695f3653f3a5f567ac16d86e/b673d5c0-899b-4f01-ba3e-3f2916c40f65/Japan+Photographer+Nicolas+Wauters+-+Osaka+castle.webp</image:loc>
      <image:title>Elevated Japan</image:title>
      <image:caption>Elevated perspective of Osaka Castle surrounded by modern skyscrapers, blending Japan's historic heritage with contemporary architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Stone staircase lined with traditional lanterns leading to Kifune Shrine in Kyoto, photographed at dusk in the peaceful forests of northern Kyoto.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Portrait of a Buddhist monk inside a temple at Mount Koya, Japan, surrounded by traditional Buddhist altars and sacred objects.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Pilgrim walking through the ancient cedar forest of Okunoin Cemetery at Mount Koya, following one of Japan's oldest sacred pilgrimage routes.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Historic vermilion pagoda at Danjo Garan Temple complex in Mount Koya, photographed beneath dramatic skies.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Daigo-ji Temple surrounded by brilliant autumn colors in Kyoto, highlighting the harmony between Japanese architecture and nature.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Seiganto-ji Pagoda overlooking Nachi Falls in Wakayama, one of Japan's most iconic sacred landscapes and UNESCO pilgrimage sites.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Red torii gates emerging from the sea at Ouo Shrine in Saga Prefecture, creating one of Japan's most unique coastal Shinto landscapes.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Traditional Japanese garden at Ginkaku-ji Temple in Kyoto, featurinThe Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) in Kyoto photographed beneath autumn maple trees during soft morning light.g elegant architecture, moss gardens and autumn foliage.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Traditional Japanese garden at Ginkaku-ji Temple in Kyoto, featuring elegant architecture, moss gardens and autumn foliage.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Historic wooden halls of Senju-ji Temple in Mie Prefecture, showcasing the scale of traditional Japanese Buddhist architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Night view of Senju-ji Temple illuminated under a clear sky, highlighting the timeless beauty of Japan's sacred architecture.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Peaceful gardens of Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) in Kyoto, Japan, featuring traditional Japanese architecture, winding garden paths, autumn foliage and timeless Zen aesthetics.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple illuminated at night in Tokyo, blending Buddhist architecture with unique Indian-inspired design.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Evening Izakaya in a Tokyo Neighborhood, Japan</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Mount Fuji</image:title>
      <image:caption>Every autumn, the forests surrounding Mount Fuji transform into shades of crimson and gold. Seen through a canopy of maple leaves, Japan's highest peak becomes almost abstract, balancing delicate colours with the mountain's unmistakable silhouette.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>One of Japan's most iconic views, yet one that reveals a different atmosphere with every season. Framed by the vermilion torii gates of Arakura Sengen Shrine, Mount Fuji emerges quietly through the autumn colours as the first morning light filters through the forest.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The still waters of Lake Tanuki perfectly mirror Mount Fuji during calm mornings. With almost no movement except the changing light, the scene captures the quiet rhythm of rural Japan.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Seen from the western districts of Tokyo, Mount Fuji rises behind the skyscrapers of Shinjuku during winter sunsets. For only a short period each year, the mountain aligns with the city beneath warm evening light.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>From the highlands overlooking Lake Suwa, Mount Fuji appears layered behind a succession of mountain ranges. As the evening light fades, the landscape gradually dissolves into soft tones and distant silhouettes.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Rolling tea plantations stretch towards Mount Fuji, illustrating two enduring symbols of Japan in a single landscape. Carefully cultivated fields meet the country's most celebrated mountain in perfect harmony.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Winter sunsets often reveal Mount Fuji beyond Tokyo's endless skyline. Rising above millions of people, the mountain reminds us how closely nature and one of the world's largest cities coexist.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Seen from an aircraft, Mount Fuji dominates the landscape from above the clouds. Its near-perfect volcanic cone becomes even more striking when viewed from a perspective rarely experienced from the ground.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>From the coastline of Kamakura, Mount Fuji appears far beyond Enoshima Island. On exceptionally clear winter evenings, the mountain seems to float above the horizon, linking the Pacific coast with Japan's most iconic landscape.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>As twilight settles over Shizuoka, the city lights slowly awaken beneath Mount Fuji. The contrast between urban life and Japan's highest mountain reflects one of the country's defining landscapes.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Small grove of trees surrounded by pristine snow in the rolling hills of Biei, Hokkaido, illuminated by warm sunrise light.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Wild deer crossing a pristine snow-covered landscape in Hokkaido, casting a long shadow in the low winter sun.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Aerial view of Cape Kamui on the Shakotan Peninsula in Hokkaido, where turquoise waters meet a snow-covered rocky coastline.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Frozen Shirahige Falls in Hokkaido, surrounded by snow-covered trees and turquoise water during the heart of winter.</image:caption>
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