Enjoy the calm spring scenery of the river and cherry blossoms at Moto-arakawa River
Moto-arakawa River (Kumagaya) is a recommended spot where you can take pictures in a calm atmosphere with cherry blossoms and the river nestled in a relaxed atmosphere. The scenery is not flashy, but rather quiet and spacious, making it the perfect place to capture a “tranquil spring” scene. Someiyoshino cherry trees along the bank and the gently flowing river go well together, and depending on how you compose your shot, you can enjoy a variety of expressions. You can take a picture with a sense of scale by looking over the entire area from the bridge, or you can go down to the bank and combine the river and the cherry blossoms from a low vantage point to create a more realistic picture.
Key points for photography
The key to taking pictures is to be conscious of how to express the “sense of distance” between the cherry blossoms and the river. Because the Moto-arakawa River is not too wide, you can create a more atmospheric picture by carefully creating a relationship between the front and the back of the river. If you focus on the Someiyoshino in the foreground and blur the river in the background, the main subject will stand out. Conversely, if you focus on the river and softly blur the cherry blossoms, you can create a soft, lingering expression.
Best viewing and photography timing
Best Season
春
Recommended times
Morning, noon
Access & Basic Information (Check Before Shooting)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | Kumagaya City, Saitama Prefecture |
| subject | cherry blossom |
| Admission fee | None |
| Admission Time | None |
| Parking lot | None (coin parking nearby) |
| Restroom | None |
