Shinkirou 蜃気楼
Rp33.930
蜃気楼 (Shinkirou) means “mirage” in Japanese.
A vision that appears real yet feels just beyond reach. A city reflected in rain-soaked streets. Neon lights flickering through the darkness. A future imagined through memories of another time.
Inspired by retrofuturistic worlds, cyberpunk cityscapes, and iconic Japanese sci-fi storytelling, SHINKIROU was created to transform ordinary night scenes into immersive cinematic experiences.
With desaturated shadows, vibrant neon highlights, and carefully balanced contrast, SHINKIROU enhances the glow of billboards, street signs, light trails, and city lights while maintaining depth and atmosphere. The result is a visual style that feels futuristic, nostalgic, and unmistakably cinematic.
Designed for photographers who are drawn to neon-lit streets, urban exploration, and stories hidden within the city after dark.
Description
About Shinkirou 蜃気楼
The city never truly sleeps.
Even after midnight, the lights remain.
A vending machine glowing in an empty alley.
The reflection of neon signs on wet pavement.
The hum of distant trains disappearing into the night.
In these moments, the city feels different.
Not quite real.
Not quite a dream.
SHINKIROU (蜃気楼) was inspired by that feeling.
A world where technology and humanity exist side by side. Where the future feels familiar, and memories feel digital. Inspired by the visual language of retrofuturistic Tokyo, classic cyberpunk cinema, and Japanese science fiction, SHINKIROU captures the beauty of cities illuminated by artificial light.
Desaturated shadows create depth and mystery, while vibrant highlights allow neon signs, advertisements, and city lights to shine without overwhelming the image. Every frame feels immersive, atmospheric, and cinematic—as if pulled from a story that has yet to be told.
Whether you’re exploring crowded city streets, photographing architecture after dark, or creating futuristic visual narratives, SHINKIROU helps transform ordinary scenes into worlds of light, reflection, and imagination.
Because sometimes the future looks like a memory.
And sometimes a city becomes a mirage.
Signature Look
- Retrofuturistic Neon Atmosphere
- Desaturated Cinematic Shadows
- Vibrant Neon Highlights
- Enhanced Billboards & Signage
- Deep Urban Contrast
- Rich Nighttime Character
- Inspired by Cyberpunk Storytelling
- Futuristic Yet Nostalgic Aesthetic
Best Used For
- Night Photography
- Cityscapes
- Urban Photography
- Street Photography
- Architecture Photography
- Travel Photography
- Automotive Photography
- Cyberpunk & Cinematic Content Creation
Product Details
SHINKIROU Presets include:
- XMP Format
- DNG Format
Compatible with:
- Adobe Lightroom Classic
- Adobe Lightroom CC
- Lightroom Desktop
- Lightroom Mobile (Free & Premium Versions)
Works with:
- RAW Images
- JPG Images
Important Notes
Every photograph is unique.
Lighting conditions, camera profiles, exposure settings, and environments can significantly affect the final result. Because of this, there is no such thing as a true one-click preset.
SHINKIROU is designed as a creative foundation that helps you achieve a cinematic neon aesthetic while preserving your own artistic vision.
For optimal results, adjustments to Exposure, White Balance, Highlights, and Shadows may still be required depending on the image.
Night photography can vary greatly depending on available light sources, so minor adjustments may help achieve the best possible result.
Think of SHINKIROU as the beginning of your edit, not the final step.
Terms & Conditions
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
All preset files remain the intellectual property of THE 1993.
You may not:
- Resell the presets
- Redistribute the presets
- Share download files
- Copy or reproduce the presets for commercial resale
By purchasing this product, you automatically agree to these terms.
Due to the digital nature of this product, all sales are final. No refunds, exchanges, or cancellations can be offered once the files have been downloaded.
現実と幻想のあいだにある光。
Genjitsu to gensō no aida ni aru hikari.
“A light that exists between reality and illusion.”
Warm Regards,
THE 1993
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