9:00 a.m. Hands-free photography in a bamboo grove in Kyoto.
The journey begins at the bamboo grove in Arashiyama—a place that epitomizes “the essence of Kyoto.” With its lush green bamboo stretching skyward as if to cover the sky, this spot is normally a serene space that calms the soul. That said, there were already many tourists there first thing in the morning, and the area was quite bustling.
What photographer Noriko wants to capture isn’t a snapshot that simply captures the hustle and bustle, but a shot that conveys the tranquility of the bamboo grove itself. However, the flow of people just wouldn’t let up. That’s where the “Ray-Ban Meta” came in handy. With both hands free, you can take a photo simply by saying, “Hey Meta, take a picture,” the moment the perfect shot presents itself—or by pressing the button on the upper right temple. Incidentally, the notification LED lights up while taking photos or recording videos, alerting those around you.
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Perhaps because I don’t have to hold up my smartphone, I feel as though I can experience the bamboo grove itself with my whole body. Without the motion of raising a camera, I can focus my full attention on the scenery around me. That, too, might be a unique way to enjoy travel that’s only possible with AI glasses.
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Travel Notes: The Bamboo Grove in Arashiyama
“The Bamboo Grove Path” Known as the “Bamboo Grove Path,” the Sagano Bamboo Grove is a roughly 400-meter-long walking trail that stretches from the north gate of Tenryū-ji Temple to Nonomiya Shrine. With lush green bamboo spreading overhead, the sound of rustling leaves echoes with every breeze, making it one of Kyoto’s most popular attractions.
