This photo captures the kochia at Tambara Lavender Park just before it reaches its peak season. Though still growing, its fluffy green form is utterly charming, and I pressed the shutter with anticipation for its future growth. While kochia is famous for its vibrant red autumn foliage, the early summer to summer period when you can enjoy "green kochia" is truly unmissable.The fluffy, rounded green kochia bushes swaying in the breeze are incredibly charming. Especially at highland photo spots like Tambara Lavender Park, combining them with the blue sky and lavender in the background captures a refreshing early summer scene in your photos.
- Date of shooting: August 3, 2025
- Photographer: Mr. Pon
- Location：Tanbara Lavender Park
- Address: Tamahara Kogen, Numata City, Gunma Prefecture
- Photography equipment: Canon EOS R
- Lens: EF24-105mm F4L IS II USM
- F value: 4.5
- SS: 1/800s
- ISO: 100
