A scene captured at Lake Kussharo, the largest caldera lake in Teshikaga Town, Hokkaido, has become a hot topic. Its beauty is simply overwhelming.

This is Japan's largest caldera lake.

The swans, visiting from Siberia to spend the winter, look very elegant at first glance, but their struggle to survive on the frozen lake surface while enduring strong winds seemed incredibly harsh.
A pair of ducks was also being swept away by the wind, despite trying to hold their ground on the ice.

The sight of life persevering is always beautiful.

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Swans have flown all the way from Siberia to winter here. Their figures floating on the lake's surface against the majestic backdrop of Lake Kussharo have garnered comments on social media like "what a wonderful scene" and "beautiful and resilient."

The scenery of Teshikaga Town, where you can "feel the breath of the Earth"

The post was made by photographer Emi Kikuchi, who moved from Nagasaki to Hokkaido in 2018. "I can't contain my excitement, especially for the winter scenery," says Emi, who captures the views seen in the harsh environment of the severe cold. She mentioned that on the day she visited Lake Kussharo, she was also battling strong winds while taking photos.

Photos taken in Akan Mashu National Park in Teshikaga Town

Captivated by the grand and beautiful Hokkaido, Emi captures its感動 (kandō - deep impression) with her camera every day. Be sure to check out her work posted on social media and immerse yourself in the world she captures.