Ryota Ichimura
Harmonized Finale
A mating pair of broadclub cuttlefish in Yakushima, Japan, glide through the water with their arms intertwined. While males are usually larger than females, these two are nearly equal in size, creating a striking symmetry that captures the harmonious finale of their courtship.
Awards
Photographer of the Year Contest
2026Nominees
Underwater
Non Professional
Harmonized Finale
A mating pair of broadclub cuttlefish in Yakushima, Japan, glide through the water with their arms intertwined. While males are usually larger than females, these two are nearly equal in size, creating a striking symmetry that captures the harmonious finale of their courtship.
About Artist
Ryota Ichimura
Ryota Ichimura is a Japanese PADI Divemaster who primarily photographs the behavior of marine life in Japanese waters. In 2026, one of his photographs was selected for the PADI AWARE certification card design in Japan.
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