Chūin|Spring balance shot with mimosa and cherry blossoms

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosathe empress, the empress dowager and the grand empress dowagerSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
This photo captures what I felt was a "balanced spring shot adorned with mimosa and cherry blossoms" at the Nakain Temple.

This photograph was composed to balance the large mimosa tree with the cherry blossom tree blooming in the background. The contrast of yellow and pink creates a distinctly spring-like, bright impression. At Chūin Temple, mimosa and weeping cherry blossoms bloom in succession each spring, unfolding a serene landscape that evokes the changing seasons.The mimosa blooming within the temple grounds is striking with its vivid yellow, perfectly complementing the blue sky. The weeping cherry trees, which reach their peak later, cascade down like soft curtains of flowers, adding color to the ancient temple's tranquility. While not flashy, it's an ideal spot for those who wish to leisurely enjoy photography or a stroll. Visiting with an awareness of each flower's blooming period allows for a more fulfilling experience.