Akeno Sunflower Festival|Beautiful double sunflowers shining brightly under the summer sun

Year 2025August 2025AugustSunflower Festival in Ake no Himawarisunflower (Helianthus annuus)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Ibaraki prefecture (Kantou area)
A photograph taken at the Akeno Sunflower Festival in Chikusei City, Ibaraki Prefecture, capturing a perfectly shaped double sunflower shining brightly under the summer sun.

This photo captures beautifully shaped double sunflowers shining brightly under the summer sun at the Akeno Sunflower Festival. It conveys the powerful vitality of flowers fully embracing the light.The Akeno Sunflower Festival is highly recommended for summer photography. The vast expanse of double sunflowers is truly impressive, creating stunning scenes with beautiful contrasts against the blue sky. Photo frames and stages are set up, making it perfect for taking commemorative photos. The sight of the sunflowers' yellow spreading across the landscape isn't just Instagram-worthy; it's also the ultimate subject for capturing the essence of summer.

Date & TimeAugust 30, 2025 *There is a photo diary.
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationSunflower Festival in Ake no Himawari
Address504 Miyayama, Chikusei City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensEF24-105mm F4L IS II USM
F value16
suspended solids1/161s
ISO100
Shooting route on the same daySunflower Festival in Ake no Himawari →directional marker or indicatorNiu sunflower field →directional marker or indicatorMt. Myogi (Gunma) →directional marker or indicatorSakura Dike Park

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