Nihonmatsu Temple|Enjoy the beautiful blooms at this hydrangea temple in Itako City, Ibaraki Prefecture

Year 2024June 2024JuneNihonmatsuji TempleShrines, Temples, Castleshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Ibaraki prefecture (Kantou area)
This photo captures the feeling of "enjoying beautiful flowers at the hydrangea temple in Itako City, Ibaraki Prefecture" at Nihonmatsu Temple.

This photograph was taken with a well-balanced composition of beautifully shaped hydrangeas and the surrounding scenery. Nihonmatsu Temple in Itako City, Ibaraki Prefecture, is famous for its magnificent hydrangeas.When the rainy season arrives, tens of thousands of hydrangeas spread across the temple grounds bloom simultaneously, presenting a breathtakingly beautiful spectacle. Particularly striking are the hydrangeas within the temple itself; their sheer number and beauty are astonishing. The flowers blend seamlessly into the temple's tranquil atmosphere, creating a scene like a natural painting.