#tide-timing

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Chichibugahama's mirror reflections, Meoto-iwa's sunrise, Naruto's whirlpools — Japan's coastal masterpieces are governed by tide schedules. Pre-research is the key. 1. Check JMA or Coast Guard tide tables 2. Chichibugahama: shoot only when sunset and low tide coincide 3. Meoto-iwa: solstice ±3 days centers the sun 4. Naruto: ohshio (spring/autumn) within ±1hr of peak tide 5. Arrive 30 min before peak time to lock composition