Magnolia flowers against the blue sky

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosathe empress, the empress dowager and the grand empress dowagerSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
This photo captures magnolia blossoms standing out against the blue sky, as seen from the middle courtyard.

This photo was taken looking up at the blossoms on the large magnolia tree within the temple grounds. The softly spreading white petals stood out beautifully against the blue sky. At the historic Chūin Temple in Kawagoe, mimosa trees adorned in soft yellow bloom in early spring, adding warmth to the tranquil space. The scene woven by the old buildings and the mimosa's warm hues evokes a sense of nostalgia, creating a moment that lingers in the heart.

Date & TimeMarch 22, 2025
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
Locationthe empress, the empress dowager and the grand empress dowager
Address5-15-1, Kosenba-cho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids1/800s
ISO100
Shooting route on the same dayKita Asaba Sakurazutsumi Park →directional marker or indicatorhigh-ranking temple in Fujiwara (Edo period) →directional marker or indicatorthe empress, the empress dowager and the grand empress dowager

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