Ever pulling upwards, I liked how the bamboo was "broken" by the tree, competing for a place in this forest. This is in western Kyoto in the area called "Arashiyama."
NOTE: So having filled up all 3 of my June albums chronologically with my favorites from the Picture Japan trip, July 1-12 will be my non-chronologic favorites. I realize how overwhelming this is to your photo stream, and greatly appreciate if you've taken the time to comment on my recent flood of photos, but the end is in sight!