Nishiarai Daishi|Kikyo flowers surrounded by soft light

Year 2025July 2025JulyAssam indigo (Strobilanthes cusia)Tokyo Metropolitan areablooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Nishi-Arai Daishi
A delicate photograph of a potted bellflower gently captured in soft light at Nishiarai Daishi

This photograph was taken at Nishiarai Daishi Temple, where I discovered a charming bellflower planted in a pot. I captured it in soft light to highlight its gentle hues. During summer at Nishiarai Daishi, countless wind chimes swaying in the breeze adorn the temple grounds, warmly welcoming visitors. The light filtering through glass, the cool, soothing sounds, and the tranquil atmosphere combine to create the perfect moment for photography. Simply changing the composition brings out the character in the photo.

Date & TimeJuly 5, 2025
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationNishi-Arai Daishi
Address1-15-1 Nishi Arai, Adachi-ku, Tokyo
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value5.6
suspended solids1/2000s
ISO800
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