This photograph was taken at the Nikko Hana Ichimonme flower show and captures deep pink dahlias blooming with their heads bowed downward. By focusing on the vivid colors of the petals and the flowers’ natural, slightly bowed posture, I sought to convey the serene atmosphere that can be felt even amidst these vibrant dahlias, as well as the unique beauty inherent in each individual flower.
| Date & Time | October 18, 2026 |
| photographer | without batting an eyelid |
| Location | Nikko Flower Ichimonme |
| Address | 800 Shimo-Kosakosaka, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture |
| Photography Equipment | Canon EOS R |
| lens | Canon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM |
| F value | 2.8 |
| suspended solids | 1/883s |
| ISO | 100 |
| Shooting route on the same day | Mount Nantai →directional marker or indicatorYuno Lake →directional marker or indicatorSenjogahara →directional marker or indicatorMitsumatsu (Nikko) →directional marker or indicatorDragon's Head Waterfall →directional marker or indicatorKenganbou Observatory →directional marker or indicatorNikko Flower Ichimonme |
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