This photograph captures the moment when a faint glimmer of light pierces through the cherry blossoms on a slightly overcast, dim morning. The scene of only the flowers softly glowing in the quiet hour was truly striking.Asukayama Park's appeal lies partly in its excellent accessibility, just a short walk from the Toden Arakawa Line stop. Despite being within Tokyo, it's surrounded by rich nature, and in spring, approximately 600 cherry trees bloom magnificently. Many Somei-Yoshino cherry trees are planted throughout the park, creating photogenic scenes like cherry blossom tunnels and swirling petals.
- Date of shooting: April 8, 2025
- Photographer: Mr. Pon
- Location:Asukayama Park
- Address: 1-1-3 Oji, Kita-ku, Tokyo
- Photography equipment: Canon EOS R
- Lens: Canon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
- F value: 2.8
- SS: 1/2500s
- ISO: 800
