Aigo no Sato|Mountains beyond the flower fields

Year 2025July 2025Julysunflower (Helianthus annuus)Saitama prefecture (Kantou area)homesicknessblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
A composition stretching from the sunflowers in the foreground to the mountain range in the background

This photo was taken from among the shorter sunflowers in Aigo no Sato's sunflower field, capturing the view of the sunflower field and mountains beyond. For those who enjoy nature photography and satoyama experiences, we recommend Saitama Prefecture's "Aigo no Sato." Amidst the beautiful blooms of seasonal flowers, the summer of 2025 saw a vibrant display of sunflowers and cosmos, creating a colorful expanse of flower fields. At the lotus pond, lotus flowers opening in the morning light add a fantastical beauty to the waterside. The park's approximately 250,000 square meter grounds feature a farm, an animal interaction area, a firefly stream, and mixed woodlands, creating areas rich in coexistence with nature. It's the perfect spot for both photography and a soothing stroll.

Date & TimeJuly 13, 2025
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
Locationhomesickness
Address465 Akanuma, Hatoyama-cho, Hiki-gun, Saitama
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value10
suspended solids1/833s
ISO800
Shooting route on the same dayhomesickness →directional marker or indicatorSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)

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