This photo was taken with careful consideration of the balance between the morning sun, cherry blossoms, and the distant bridge.The embankment along the Arakawa River in Saitama Prefecture is a beloved spot among locals for enjoying different seasonal landscapes. Among these, the highlight of early spring is the moment when the pale pink flowers of the "Angyo Sakura" overlap with the morning sun. Known for blooming earlier than the common Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms, the sight of these delicate flowers bathed in the morning glow is like a painting.The Ankyo cherry is an early-blooming variety originating in the Ankyo area of Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture. Its blooming period spans late February to mid-March, making it a beloved harbinger of spring amidst lingering winter chill. The Ankyo cherry trees planted along the Arakawa River embankment reveal their most beautiful expression during sunrise. Against a sky tinged orange, the soft glow of cherry blossom petals creates a special moment only encountered in the early morning.
- Date: March 14, 2024
- Photographer: Wabi
- Location：Arakawa bank
- Address：Saitama Pref.
- Photography equipment: Galaxy s21+
