Mikurain|Silhouette of cherry blossoms in the backlight

2026March 2026MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Sanzang Temple (in Tang-dynasty China)Cherry blossoms (early blooming)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
A backlit view of the silhouette of the Ayasugi cherry blossoms taken at Mikurain temple at the time of the rising sun.

This photo was taken at Mikurain temple at the time when the sun was just beginning to rise, taking advantage of the backlight to capture the impressive silhouette of the morning sky and the Ayasugyo cherry blossoms.

Date & TimeMarch 15, 2026 *There is a photo diary.
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationSanzang Temple (in Tang-dynasty China)
Address2008, Angyohara, Kawaguchi-shi, Saitama, Japan
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids250s
ISO1600
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