Tamashiki Jinja|Otofuji, a large, weeping wisteria

Year 2025April 2025AprilSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Tamashiki Shrineblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)wisteria flower
This photo captures the feeling of "a large wisteria cascading down" at Tamashiki Shrine.

This photograph captures the dynamic spread of the large, cascading wisteria blossoms by shooting them from below, looking up. Tamashiki Shrine in Kazo City, Saitama Prefecture, is a historic shrine renowned for its magnificent wisteria blooms that flourish in spring.Long, beautiful clusters of flowers cascade from the large wisteria trellis within the shrine grounds, creating an elegant atmosphere that sways gently with the breeze. The sight of the wisteria harmonizing with the historic shrine buildings is deeply charming, offering a soothing and calming experience for visitors. The annual "Wisteria Festival," held from late April to early May, is another highlight, drawing many people who come to enjoy the graceful floral scenery. Why not spend some quiet time appreciating the wisteria while feeling the arrival of spring?