Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Kawazu Nanadaki Loop Bridge｜The curving beauty of the bridge and cherry blossoms

This photo was taken at the Kawazu Nanadaki Loop Bridge to capture the curving beauty of the loop bridge and the Kawazu cherry blossoms, creating a dynamic composition.

2026February 2026FebruaryCherry blossoms (early blooming)Kawazu Nanadaki Loop Bridgeblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Kawazu Nanadaki Loop Bridge｜The power of the bridge and cherry blossoms captured from a wide angle

This photo was taken at the Kawazu Nanadaki Loop Bridge, using a wide-angle lens to capture the loop bridge and Kawazu cherry blossoms to emphasize the powerful perspective.

2026February 2026FebruaryCherry blossoms (early blooming)Kawazu Nanadaki Loop Bridgeblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji Plum Grove｜Early spring scenery decorated with red and white plum blossoms

This photograph was taken at the Shuzenji Plum Grove (Izu City) to capture the colorful scenery of early spring, with plum blossoms in red and white.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji Plum GroveChinese plumblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji Plum Grove｜Color gradation of overlapping plum trees

This photo was taken at the Shuzenji Plum Grove, where dark pink, white, and light pink plums overlap each other, creating a color gradation that can be enjoyed.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji Plum GroveChinese plumblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji Plum Grove｜Pretty white plum blossoms stand out when looking down

This photo was taken at the Shuzenji Plum Grove, focusing on the white plum blossoms and looking down to emphasize the beauty of the pretty petals.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji Plum GroveChinese plumblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji Plum Grove｜A Japanese scene in a bamboo grove with light shining through

This photo was taken at the Shuzenji Plum Grove, capturing the light shining through the bamboo in the garden, a scene that evokes a Japanese atmosphere.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji Plum Grovebamboo thicketVarious SceneryShizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji Plum Grove｜Contrast of light and shadow drawn by bamboos and bamboo grass

This photo was taken in the Shuzenji Plum Grove, with the bamboo and bamboo leaves in yin and yang to create a contrast of light and shadow.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji Plum Grovebamboo thicketVarious SceneryShizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji(Izu)｜Silent stone statues facing this way

This photo was taken in Shuzenji (Izu), Japan, of a stone statue facing us in the temple, documenting its serene appearance.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji(Izu)imageShrines, Temples, CastlesVarious SceneryShizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji(Izu)｜The presence of stone statues captured by looking up

This photo was taken in Shuzenji (Izu), looking up at the stone statues in the temple to emphasize their power and presence.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji(Izu)imageShrines, Temples, CastlesVarious SceneryShizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji(Izu)｜The neat appearance of the main hall from the front

This photo was taken in Shuzenji (Izu), Japan, from the front of the main hall to show the beauty of the historic temple architecture.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji(Izu)Shrines, Temples, CastlesShizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji Temple (Izu)｜A view of the main hall and precincts depicted from a distance

This photo was taken in Shuzenji (Izu) from the front, a short distance away from the main hall, and the composition includes the surrounding landscape.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji(Izu)Shrines, Temples, CastlesShizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji Temple (Izu)｜Air in the precincts conveyed by stone statues and flags

This photo was taken at Shuzenji (Izu) to show the stone statues and flags in the back of the temple, and one that conveys the atmosphere of the temple.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji(Izu)imageShrines, Temples, CastlesVarious SceneryShizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji(Izu)｜Soft spring with weeping plum blossoms and tama bokeh

This photo was taken in Shuzenji (Izu) to capture the temple's weeping plum blossoms and the tama bokeh in the background to express the soft spring air.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji(Izu)Chinese plumblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Shuzenji(Izu)｜Scenery of weeping plum trees blooming on the hillside

This photo was taken in Shuzenji (Izu), Japan, of weeping plum trees blooming halfway up a slope, and the composition takes advantage of the difference in elevation.

2026February 2026FebruaryShuzenji(Izu)Chinese plumblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Sea of Atami｜Sea and sky dyed by morning glow

This photo captures the beautiful morning glow of the sky and ocean tones in the Atami Sea.

2026February 2026Februarymorning glowMorning glow and evening glowSea of AtamiShizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Sea of Atami｜A Quiet Morning at the Port

This photo captures the tranquil morning atmosphere of the Atami sea, combining the morning glow with a view of the harbor.

2026February 2026Februarymorning glowMorning glow and evening glowSea of AtamiShizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Atami Cherry Blossom Itogawa Cherry Blossom Festival｜Cherry Blossom Shadows and Morning Sunrise

This photo was taken at the Atami Cherry Blossom Itokawa Cherry Blossom Festival, where the silhouettes of the cherry blossoms and the morning glow combine to create a magical scene.

2026February 2026FebruaryAtami Cherry Blossom Itokawa Cherry Blossom Festivalmorning glowMorning glow and evening glowCherry blossoms (early blooming)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Atami Cherry Blossom Itogawa Cherry Blossom Festival｜Early Blooming Cherry Blossoms Shine in the Morning Sun

This photo was taken at the Atami Cherry Blossom Itokawa Cherry Blossom Festival, capturing the glorious blossoms of the Atami cherry trees as they glisten in the morning sun.

2026February 2026FebruaryAtami Cherry Blossom Itokawa Cherry Blossom Festivalmorning glowMorning glow and evening glowCherry blossoms (early blooming)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Atami Sakura Itogawa Cherry Blossom Festival｜Cherry blossoms on the water

This photo was carefully taken at the Atami Sakura Itokawa Cherry Blossom Festival to show the cherry petals floating on the surface of the water.

2026February 2026FebruaryAtami Cherry Blossom Itokawa Cherry Blossom FestivalCherry blossoms (early blooming)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)

Atami Cherry Blossom Itokawa Cherry Blossom Festival｜Petals left on stones

This photo was taken at the Atami Cherry Blossom Itokawa Cherry Blossom Festival, with my eye on the cherry petals that fell on the stone wall.

2026February 2026FebruaryAtami Cherry Blossom Itokawa Cherry Blossom FestivalCherry blossoms (early blooming)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Shizuoka prefecture (Chuubu area)