This photograph was taken with careful attention to harmonizing the underwater flowers in the foreground with the spreading fresh greenery in the background. The composition highlights the vividness of the flowers and the refreshing quality of the greenery. Amabiki Kannon (Amabiki-zan Rakuhōji Temple) is an ancient temple located in Sakuragawa City, Ibaraki Prefecture, captivating many visitors with its beautiful garden and historic presence. Among its attractions, the annual "Hydrangea Festival" held in early summer is one of the greatest pleasures of visiting Amabiki Kannon. The temple grounds are planted with a diverse array of hydrangeas, which burst into bloom simultaneously during the rainy season, creating a vibrant, colorful landscape. Particularly captivating is the display of hydrangeas known as "water flowers." The Water-Floating Hydrangeas display features hydrangea blooms floating on the temple's water features. The flowers blooming on the tranquil water surface create a delicate and refreshing atmosphere. Hydrangeas in shades of blue, purple, and pink reflect on the water, delighting visitors' eyes and soothing their hearts. Especially on rainy or cloudy days, the hydrangeas adorned with water droplets enhance their beauty even more, creating a fantastical scene.
| Date & Time | June 29, 2024 |
| photographer | excuse |
| Location | Amabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple) |
| Address | 1 Motoki, Sakuragawa-shi, Ibaraki |
| Photography Equipment | Galaxy s21+ |
| Shooting route on the same day | Kuki Shobu General Branch Office →directional marker or indicatorFurukawa Kouhou Park →directional marker or indicatorAmabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple) |
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