[Inaba Kaguya cosplay] Onmyoji Practical Set of Moon Phases is Incredibly Meticulous

What surprised me most about this shoot was the practical set depicting the waxing and waning of the moon. The halo, the full moon, and the staggered bamboo surrounding them seen in the photos were all built practically piece by piece by the crew, rather than relying purely on post-production compositing. In fact, even before heading to the studio, I had high expectations for this set; once on site, seeing how the water surface, mist, and lighting worked together immediately made me feel the atmosphere was spot-on.

The layers of the costume were even more intricate than I had anticipated. A primary palette of blue and white accented with red lines, golden leaf ornaments decorating the waist and collar, and sheer flowing wide sleeves that felt wonderfully lightweight. To support the massive wings on my back, a concealed support structure was built into the undergarment, which took quite a while to put on. The wig had exceptionally long strands, and the crescent-shaped ornament and feather decorations on the headpiece had to be secured at precise angles. Paired with blue contact lenses and red eye makeup, the overall styling turned out remarkably ethereal and clear. To align with the character design of SP Kaguya-hime, I put a lot of care into accessories—the knotting of the red cord at the chest and the natural drape of the waist tassels were all coordinated in detail with the stylist beforehand.

As for the mood during the shoot, I chose not to smile much. In the lore, Inaba Kaguya underwent forced growth, yet her innate gentleness and perseverance were what I wanted to express most. In this setting filled with snow, ice, and bamboo, an unsmiling demeanor felt surprisingly fitting. Quietly cradling the rabbit or holding a transparent orb in both hands while gazing into the lens brought out a cool, serene divinity. While certain narrative shifts or rushed growth in the story might leave some players bittersweet, in my heart, she remains that gentle, resolute figure.

Regarding the lighting, Luoluo used the halo lamp sphere behind me as the key light, complemented by soft frontal fill light to fully capture the translucent texture of the gauze fabric. To catch the dynamic motion of drifting snow and falling feathers, we tried numerous shutter clicks to capture the fleeting moments of swirling hemlines and flyaway strands of hair. When holding the orb, the light refracted through the clear sphere fell right across the golden leaves of the dress, making the details exceptionally vivid.

All in all, this set has to be my favorite practical build from the past year. From the initial conceptual communication to the on-set execution, every single step relied on seamless teamwork. It not only brought the character to life, but also beautifully conveyed that ethereal, cool serenity. Being part of such a heartfelt creation and preserving these visual moments has been a truly precious experience for me.