Aoge Horikawa|Pink cherry blossoms shining in the light

2026March 2026MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Cherry blossoms (early blooming)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)pond skater (any insect of family Gerridae)
Pink Kawazu cherry blossoms catch the light of the Aogebori River

This photo was taken at the Aoge Horikawa River, aiming for the moment when the light hits the lovely pink Kawazu cherry blossoms, with an eye to the brilliance of the petals.

Date & TimeMarch 7, 2026 *There is a photo diary.
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
Locationpond skater (any insect of family Gerridae)
AddressKuki City, Saitama Prefecture
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids1/320s
ISO200
Shooting route on the same dayWashinomiya Shrine →directional marker or indicatorpond skater (any insect of family Gerridae) →directional marker or indicatorSatte Gongendo →directional marker or indicatorAshikaga Flower Park

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