Myonzoin|Morning light, the temple gate and cherry blossoms

2026March 2026MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Sanzang Temple (in Tang-dynasty China)Cherry blossoms (early blooming)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
A spring scene at Mikurain, taken from the left side looking up at the gate, the cherry blossoms in the back, and the morning light.

This photo was taken at Mikurain temple, with the composition looking up at the front gate from the left side, with the cherry blossoms blooming in the back and the slight sunlight shining through.

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
lensEF24-105mm F4L IS II USM
F value7.1
suspended solids400s
ISO1600
Shooting route on the same daySanzang Temple (in Tang-dynasty China) →directional marker or indicatorPatisserie Naturel →directional marker or indicatorJogenji Temple (Iwatsuki) →directional marker or indicatorHorinji Temple (Iwatsuki)

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