The enchanting beauty of hydrangeas

Kousokuji Temple (Kamakura)｜Fantastic hydrangea blooming in light and shadow

This is a fantastic photograph of hydrangea blooming on the border of light and shadow at Kousokuji Temple (Kamakura).

2026May 2026MayKousokuji Temple (Kamakura)Kanagawa prefecture (Kantou area)hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Kousokuji Temple (Kamakura)｜Hydrangea light in the darkness

This photo was taken at Kousokuji Temple (Kamakura) of hydrangea with a little light shining through the darkness.

2026May 2026MayKousokuji Temple (Kamakura)Kanagawa prefecture (Kantou area)hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Kousokuji Temple (Kamakura)｜Purple hydrangea bathed in light

This photo was taken at Kousokuji Temple (Kamakura) at the moment the light hits the purple hydrangea.

2026May 2026MayKousokuji Temple (Kamakura)Kanagawa prefecture (Kantou area)hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Machida Dahlia Garden｜A view of hydrangea over the fountain

This photo was taken at the Machida Dahlia Garden over the fountain with the hydrangea blooming in the back, capturing a refreshing scene where water and flowers come together.

Year 2025June 2025Junewater fountainTokyo Metropolitan areaMachida Dahlia Gardenhydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)Various Sceneryblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Hydrangea blooming near the entrance of Jindaiji Temple

This photo was taken of hydrangeas blooming near the entrance to Jindaiji Temple. The composition was designed to enhance the gentleness of the flowers along with the soft light.

Year 2025June 2025JuneTokyo Metropolitan areaJindaiji Templehydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Machida Yakushiike Park ｜Annabelle and Park Scenery

This photo was taken at Machida Yakushiike Park with white hydrangea Annabelle from the side and a bit of the park in the background to create a balance between the flowers and the landscape.

Year 2025June 2025JuneTokyo Metropolitan areaMachida Yakushiike Parkhydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Machida Yakushiike Park ｜Look up Annabelle

This photo was taken at Machida Yakushiike Park from below as if looking up at the white hydrangea Annabelle, capturing together the impression of purity of the flower and the expanse of sky.

Year 2025June 2025JuneTokyo Metropolitan areaMachida Yakushiike Parkhydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Entrance to the approach to Jindaiji Temple, decorated with hydrangea

This photo was taken of a hydrangea found near the entrance to Jindaiji Temple and captures the serenity of the moment and the beauty of the flower before entering the temple grounds.

Year 2025June 2025JuneTokyo Metropolitan areaJindaiji Templehydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Fureai Bridge｜Pink hydrangea and sunset sky

This landscape photo shows a large pink hydrangea blooming near the Fureai Bridge on the old Nakagawa River, a beautiful sunset, and the Sky Tree together.

Year 2025June 2025Junesuspension bridgesunsetMorning glow and evening glowTokyo Metropolitan areahydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Fureai Bridge｜Hydrangea composition without the sun

This photo was taken at the Fureai Bridge on the old Nakagawa River and shows a scene of pink hydrangeas, sunset, and Sky Tree, with a daringly creative composition that removes the sun.

Year 2025June 2025Junesuspension bridgesunsetMorning glow and evening glowTokyo Metropolitan areahydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Mizumoto Park｜Morning hydrangea, pond and bridge

This photo was taken at Mizumoto Park in the quiet early morning hours. It is a close-up of the hydrangea in the foreground, with the pond and bridge in the background.

Year 2025June 2025Junemorning glowMorning glow and evening glowTokyo Metropolitan areaMizumoto Parkhydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Mizumoto Park｜A refreshing morning of hydrangea and bridge

This photo is a refreshing morning scene taken in Mizumoto Park at sunrise, with the hydrangea and the bridge over the pond in a well-balanced composition.

Year 2025June 2025Junemorning glowMorning glow and evening glowTokyo Metropolitan areaMizumoto Parkhydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Hydrangea illuminated by the morning sun

This photo was taken at the moment of sunrise in Mizumoto Park and shows hydrangeas lit by the morning sun and the shining sky.

Year 2025June 2025Junemorning glowMorning glow and evening glowTokyo Metropolitan areaMizumoto Parkhydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Amabiki Kannon (Amabiki-san Rakuhōji Temple)｜Water Flowers and Historic Buildings

This photograph captures the underwater flowers floating in the pond at Amabiki Kannon Temple and the historic buildings behind them from the front, with the beauty of the fresh greenery also making a strong impression.

Year 2025June 2025Junenew green leaveshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)Various Sceneryblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Ibaraki prefecture (Kantou area)Amabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple)

Amabiki Kannon (Amabiki-yama Rakuhōji Temple)｜A landscape featuring water flowers and the main hall

This photograph was taken by framing the underwater flowers blooming in the pond at Amabiki Kannon and the building's landscape from an angle, carefully composed to show the main hall in the background.

Year 2025June 2025Junehydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Ibaraki prefecture (Kantou area)Amabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple)

Amabiki Kannon (Amabiki-yama Rakuhōji Temple)｜The Harmony of Stairs, Hydrangeas, and Architecture

This photograph was composed and shot with careful consideration of the balance between the stairs of Amabiki Kannon, the hydrangeas spreading out to the left and right, and the buildings in the background.

Year 2025June 2025Junehydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Ibaraki prefecture (Kantou area)Amabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple)

Amabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple)｜Depth view of hydrangea staircase

This photograph captures the stairs of Amabiki Kannon Temple and the hydrangeas blooming profusely on both sides, consciously emphasizing perspective to frame a beautiful scene with depth.

Year 2025June 2025Junehydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Ibaraki prefecture (Kantou area)Amabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple)

Amabiki Kannon (Amabiki-yama Rakuhōji Temple)｜A Duet of Water Flowers and Ducks

This photograph captures the underwater blooms of hydrangeas in the pond at Amabiki Kannon Temple and a duck swimming among them, framed within a wide, expansive composition.

Year 2025June 2025Juneduckhydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Ibaraki prefecture (Kantou area)Amabiki Kannon (Amabikiyama Rakuhoji Temple)bird

Fureai Bridge｜Sunset, Hydrangea and Sky Tree

This photo, taken at the Fureai Bridge on the old Nakagawa River, shows a beautiful collaboration of vibrant hydrangeas, the Tokyo Sky Tree, and the sunset sky.

Year 2025June 2025Junesuspension bridgesunsetMorning glow and evening glowTokyo Metropolitan areahydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Kisei General Gymnasium Fuji Arena｜Morning Tranquility and Hydrangea Road

This photograph was taken during the quiet hours of early morning on the hydrangea road surrounding Kisei General Gymnasium Fuji Arena, capturing the refreshing scenery unique to times when few people are around.

Year 2025June 2025JuneSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Kisai General Gymnasium Fuji Arena