Popular and photographing spots in Saitama Prefecture

Kita-Asaba Sakura-zutsumi Park｜A composition emphasizing the cherry trees in the foreground along the tree-lined path

This photograph was taken to express the depth of the tree-lined avenue by utilizing the front-lit light while capturing the cherry tree in the foreground slightly larger.

Year 2025March 2025MarchKita Asaba Sakurazutsumi ParkSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)cherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Kusanji Temple｜A hint of spring through the mimosa flowers

I took this photo of a mimosa tree near the entrance to the temple, gently peering through the yellow flowers.

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosahigh-ranking temple in Fujiwara (Edo period)Saitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Mimosa tufts taken softly and brightly at Kyuzanji Temple

This photo shows a large bunch of mimosa flowers, softly photographed with a brighter exposure.

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosahigh-ranking temple in Fujiwara (Edo period)Saitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Kyuzanji Temple｜Clumps of mimosa shown in light and shadow

In this photo, I tried to capture a clump of bright, beautiful mimosa flowers with light contrast, being aware of the bright and dark areas.

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosahigh-ranking temple in Fujiwara (Edo period)Saitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Kyuzanji Temple｜The flowing beauty of curving mimosa trees

In this photo, I tried to capture the curves of mimosa flowers as they flow in the wind.

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosahigh-ranking temple in Fujiwara (Edo period)Saitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Magnolia flowers against the blue sky

This photo was taken looking up at the flowers on the large magnolia tree in the hospital.

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosathe empress, the empress dowager and the grand empress dowagerSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Mimosa tree looking up at the brightly lit

This photo was taken with a brighter setting, looking up at the tall mimosa tree in the hospital from below.

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosathe empress, the empress dowager and the grand empress dowagerSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Nakayon｜Silence of mimosa with dark finish

I took this photo with a slightly darker exposure while looking up at the tall mimosa trees towering over the hospital.

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosathe empress, the empress dowager and the grand empress dowagerSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Soft and gentle spring mimosa

I took this picture of a tall mimosa tree in the hospital to create a fluffy, gentle atmosphere while looking up at it.

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosathe empress, the empress dowager and the grand empress dowagerSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Flower and Greenery Promotion Center｜A single mimosa tree shining in the blue sky

This photo was taken looking up at a single mimosa rising against a clear blue sky.

Year 2025March 2025MarchmimosaSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Flower and Greenery Promotion Center

Arakawa bank｜Asaho cherry tree blooms on the bank

This photo was taken of a single anguillo cherry tree blooming on a bank, with an eye toward overall balance.

Year 2025March 2025MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)cherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Arakawa bank

Arakawa bank｜Yasugyo cherry blossoms dyed by the setting sun

This photo was taken together with the Ayuko cherry blossoms blooming on the bank and the slowly setting sun.

Year 2025March 2025MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)sunsetMorning glow and evening glowcherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Arakawa bank

Gyoda Hachiman Shrine｜Elegant pink flower hand-watering

This photo shows the beautiful pink-toned hanatemizu at Gyoda Hachiman Shrine, with its gorgeous colors.

Year 2025March 2025MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Various SceneryHeracleum nipponicum (species of hogweed)Gyoda Hachiman Shrine

Aoge Horikawa｜Contrast of spring colors

This photo was taken while considering the harmony of the scenery: Kawazu cherry blossoms blooming on the bank and bright rape blossoms.

Year 2025March 2025MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)cherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)pond skater (any insect of family Gerridae)

Aomegorikawa｜A Spring-Reflecting Landscape

This photograph captures rapeseed flowers blooming on the embankment, Kawazu cherry blossoms, and the gently flowing river all in one frame.

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Aomegorikawa｜Cherry blossoms swaying on the water's surface

This photograph captures the landscape woven by the Kawazu cherry blossoms and the flowing river, with careful attention to balance.

Year 2025March 2025MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)cherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)pond skater (any insect of family Gerridae)

Aomegorikawa｜Sunlit Rapeseed Flowers

This photograph was taken focusing on rapeseed flowers, which herald the arrival of spring.

Year 2025March 2025MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)cherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)pond skater (any insect of family Gerridae)

Flower and Greenery Promotion Center｜A single camellia blooming with dignity

This photo was taken to spotlight the camellia at Ichirin.

Year 2025March 2025MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)tea produced in the mountainsblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Flower and Greenery Promotion Center

Flower and Greenery Promotion Center｜Transparent camellia petals

This photo was taken of camellia flowers shining in the sunlight.

Year 2025March 2025MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)tea produced in the mountainsblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Flower and Greenery Promotion Center

Flower and Greenery Promotion Center｜Mimosa swaying in the spring breeze

This photo was taken of beautiful mimosa flowers blooming in the center.

Year 2025March 2025MarchmimosaSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Flower and Greenery Promotion Center