Minuma Hikawa Park|Quiet spring scenery reflected in the pond

Year 2025April 2025AprilSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)cherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Minuma Hikawa Park
This photo captures what I felt was "a quiet spring scene reflected in the pond" at Minuma Hikawa Park.

This photo captures the reflection of cherry trees lining the pond within the park on the water's surface. The cherry trees reflected in the tranquil pond created a very serene atmosphere. Minuma Hikawa Park is a lush green park located within a quiet residential area in Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture. Come spring, the cherry blossoms throughout the park bloom all at once, enveloping visitors in a gentle pink hue.The number of cherry trees is not overwhelming; they bloom at just the right distance apart, allowing you to enjoy photography in a relaxed atmosphere. The charm lies in how they reveal various expressions depending on your composition—whether it's cherry blossoms blooming by the pond or a solitary tree standing beside the plaza. With fewer crowds and a calm atmosphere, visiting in the morning or evening lets you capture the beautiful contrast between the soft light and the cherry blossoms.

Date & TimeApril 6, 2025
photographerexcuse
LocationMinuma Hikawa Park
AddressOaza-Minuma, Midori-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture
Photography EquipmentGalaxy s21+
Shooting route on the same dayOmiya No.2 Park →directional marker or indicatorOmiya Park →directional marker or indicatorCherry blossom corridor in Minuma rice paddies →directional marker or indicatorMinuma Hikawa Park →directional marker or indicatorHikawa Jintai Shrine

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