This photo was taken with the intention of capturing the collaboration between cherry blossoms, rapeseed flowers, and the river. Along the Aomohori River flowing through Kuki City, Saitama Prefecture, a magnificent avenue of Kawazu cherry trees stretches out. Every year from late February to early March, the vivid pink Kawazu cherry blossoms bloom one after another, transforming the riverside scenery into a spring palette. Known for blooming earlier than the Somei-Yoshino variety, the deep pink flowers of the Kawazu cherry stand out strikingly even in the chill of early spring. The cherry tree-lined path along the Aomegohori River is a perfect spot for strolling and photography, offering an early glimpse of spring's arrival. The charm of these Kawazu cherry trees along the Aomegohori River lies in the opportunity to enjoy their collaboration with rapeseed flowers, if the timing is right. The sight of the pink Kawazu cherry blossoms and the vivid yellow rapeseed flowers blooming together is filled with the quintessential colors of spring, a beauty so captivating it makes you stop and gaze. On days with a clear blue sky, the cherry blossoms, rapeseed flowers, and the blue sky overlap, creating a scene that looks like a painting.
| Date & Time | March 2, 2024 |
| photographer | excuse |
| Location | pond skater (any insect of family Gerridae) |
| Address | Kuki City, Saitama Prefecture |
| Photography Equipment | Galaxy s21+ |
| Shooting route on the same day | Shinkawa Senbonzakura (kabuki play) →directional marker or indicatorpond skater (any insect of family Gerridae) |
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