This image depicts a tranquil garden scene at Shosei-en Garden (Kikoku-tei Garden) in Kyoto, Japan

This image depicts a tranquil garden scene at Shosei-en Garden (Kikoku-tei Garden) in Kyoto, Japan. A large grey heron stands prominently on a low, rectangular light grey stone plinth situated in the middle of a calm pond, facing slightly towards the left. The heron's reflection is clearly visible on the water's surface beneath it. The pond occupies the majority of the lower and central frame, reflecting both the cloudy sky and the dense green foliage of the trees lining its banks. The water displays varying shades of green and brown, with brighter patches reflecting blue sky and white clouds from the upper left. A large, dark grey, textured rock dominates the lower left foreground, from which a vibrant green fern plant grows towards the right. The background consists of a continuous line of lush, mature trees with dark green leaves, extending along the pond's edge under a partly cloudy sky composed of white and grey clouds with visible patches of blue. No human figures or activities are present.