Mashiko Sunflower Fields|Sunflower fields seen across the rice paddies in the distance

Year 2025August 2025Augustsunflower (Helianthus annuus)Tochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Mashiko Sunflower Fieldblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
Sunflower field photographed with a telephoto lens across the rice paddies next to the Mashiko Sunflower Field

This photo was taken with a telephoto lens from a rice field next to the Mashiko Sunflower Field, capturing the vast sunflower field stretching into the distance.The combination of summer countryside scenery and sunflowers evokes a sense of nostalgia. The Mashiko Sunflower Field is a recommended photography spot where you can enjoy the spectacular view woven by the summer blue sky and golden flowers. At its peak in mid-August, a million sunflowers bloom simultaneously, creating a breathtaking sight that fills the entire field. Walking through the field gives you the sensation of being enveloped by a sea of yellow.With the vast grounds, the photographic possibilities are endless: wide-angle shots utilizing the expansive space, close-ups focusing on a single flower, or contrasts with the blue sky and distant mountain ranges. Whether visiting with family or taking your time to capture the scenery with your camera, you're sure to get a quintessential summer shot.

  • Date of shooting: August 13, 2025
  • Photographer: Wabi
  • Location:Mashiko Sunflower Field
  • Address: 2271 Nagatsutsumi, Mashiko-machi, Haga-gun, Tochigi
  • Photography equipment: Galaxy s21+