Picture of the day - May 1, 2007

Green Tea Fields And Mt. Fuji

Photo courtesy of Craig Hansen. Today's picture features a view of Mt. Fuji that is quite different than the typical picture-postcard scene. Photographer Craig Hansen captured this beautiful image of the photogenic peak while overlooking several expansive fields of green tea plants. Here is his story behind this intriguing photo: "Green tea is one of the healthiest drinks you can consume. Most Japanese drink several cups a day, which accounts in part, I believe, for their super longevity. This photo was taken yesterday morning in Fujinomiya, a mere 10 minute drive from my home. The tea leaves are fresh and green and ready to be harvested. It's getting harder and harder to take such shots however because many tea fields are now installing unsightly metal poles with fans on top to prevent frost from forming on the leaves. You really need to be a local to know where to go shooting nowadays."   Visit the POTD Archives for previous "Pictures Of The Day"!     Submit a photo of your own!            Why I publish the "Picture of the Day"