Escalier du Sanctuaire aux Hortensias

Cinematic anime-style illustration of a misty early-summer Japanese shrine approach in the rainy season. Ancient mossy stone steps climb through a lush forest toward a wooden torii gate and a traditional shrine building veiled in pale morning haze. Blooming hydrangeas in blue, purple, lavender, and pink line both sides of the stairs amidst wet foliage, stone puddles with soft reflections, and scattered petals. A young girl, [a nameless shrine visitor], stands near the middle of the staircase viewed from behind and slightly turned, wearing a white blouse, a lavender skirt, white socks, dark shoes, and a small shoulder bag, with long [black] hair decorated with tiny flowers. She holds a transparent umbrella with a faint floral pattern that catches delicate sun highlights. Exactly three black cats are present: one walking up the steps ahead with tail raised, one pausing near her feet on the step below, and one resting in the lower right foreground wearing a subtle red collar and gazing toward her. Framed by old stone lanterns casting a warm glow, engraved pillars, and tall arching trees overhead. [Soft morning after rain] lighting with volumetric god rays filtering through the canopy, cool blue-green shadows, sparkling damp textures, and a dreamy nostalgic mood. No modern buildings, no readable signage, no watermarks.