Minakami Hanamiyama|Torii gate and white azalea scenery

2026May 2026MayazaleaMinakami HanamiyamaGunma prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
White azaleas, fresh greenery, and torii (gateway to the shrine) seen from below at Minakami Hanamiyama

This photo was taken at Minakami Hanamiyama, looking up from below to capture the white azalea, fresh greenery, and torii gate. The combination of the purity of the white azalea and the scenery with the torii gate creates an atmosphere of nature and quiet faith.

Date & TimeMay 10, 2026
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationMinakami Hanamiyama
Address165 Kohinata, Minakami-cho, Tone-gun, Gunma
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids200s
ISO100
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