Sika Deer by a Forest Path with Stone Lanterns

Photorealistic scene of a sika deer standing calmly on a narrow forest path in a tranquil Japanese woodland. Nearby, traditional stone lanterns (tōrō) line the path, their carved surfaces weathered by time and partially covered in moss. Tall cedar and bamboo trees form a dense canopy overhead, creating a mosaic of dappled sunlight that filters onto the mossy ground. The air is quiet and serene, with a soft golden glow from the lanterns mingling with the warm light. The deer, with white-spotted coat, stands alertly, ears perked, as if pausing to listen to the forest. The shot is at eye level with a gentle shallow depth of field, keeping the deer sharp while the lanterns and forest fade softly in the background. Color palette of greens, browns, and amber; slight mist at the horizon adds a dreamlike quality.