Encounter the dignified early summer tinted with blue hydrangeas at Myogetsuin Temple.
Meigetsuin Temple, famous as one of the best-known hydrangea viewing spots in Kamakura, attracts visitors in early summer when the entire temple grounds are covered with blue hydrangeas. The hydrangeas along the stone steps and approach to the temple are neat and beautiful, and their deep blue color blends with the tranquility of the temple grounds, creating a dignified atmosphere. The scenery is like a world apart from everyday life, and one can feel a sense of calmness just by stepping into the temple.
Key points for photography
The best time to take pictures is first thing in the morning. Immediately after the gates open, there are fewer people and the temple grounds remain quiet, so the blue of the hydrangea will appear deeper and more subdued. The soft morning light gives natural shadows to the petals and enhances the atmosphere of the stone steps and approach to the temple. The greatest attraction is that you can calmly take pictures of the dignified hydrangea scenery unique to Myogetsuin in the clear air before the crowds arrive.
Best viewing and photography timing
Best Season
early summer
Recommended times
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Access & Basic Information (Check Before Shooting)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 189 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| subject | hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) |
| Admission fee | Yes |
| Admission Time | Yes |
| Parking lot | None |
| Restroom | Yes |
