Tochigi prefecture (Kantou area)

Lake Chuzenji｜Autumn colors of Lake Chuzenji reflected on the lake surface

This photo shows the autumn foliage that wraps around the shores of Lake Chuzenji.

OctoberYear 2024October 2024Lake ChuzenjiTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)lakeAutumn leaves (various)Various Sceneryblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Ryutou Falls｜Autumn Colors Adorning Ryutou Falls

This photo shows the Ryutou Falls and beautiful autumn leaves.

OctoberYear 2024October 2024Tochigi prefecture (Kantou area)waterfallAutumn leaves (various)Various Sceneryblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Dragon's Head Waterfall

Lake Chuzenji｜Vivid Autumn Leaves by Lake Chuzenji

This photo was taken of a vivid autumn foliage scene I encountered while walking along the Chuzenji-ko Lake walking trail.

OctoberYear 2024October 2024Lake ChuzenjiTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)lakeAutumn leaves (various)Various Sceneryblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Ryutou Falls｜Competition of Ryutou Falls and autumn leaves

This photo shows a collaboration between the Ryutou Falls and the autumn leaves.

OctoberYear 2024October 2024Tochigi prefecture (Kantou area)waterfallAutumn leaves (various)Various Sceneryblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Dragon's Head Waterfall

Nogi Town Sunflower Field｜Nogi Town Sunflower Field for a spectacular summer view

When photographing sunflower fields, only one tall sunflower sometimes grows. I focused on that sunflower to take this shot. I tried to express depth by having the sunflower field reflected under the sunflower flower.

Year 2024July 2024JulyParks, theme parks and buildingssunflower (Helianthus annuus)Tochigi prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Nogi Town Sunflower Field

Nogi Town Sunflower Field｜A spectacular view of summer spreading all around! Nogi Town Sunflower Field

A stepladder is a necessary item for taking large photos of sunflower fields stretching out in all directions. By looking down from a slightly elevated position, you can capture the sunflowers in the distance and create a sense of depth.

Year 2024July 2024JulyParks, theme parks and buildingssunflower (Helianthus annuus)Tochigi prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Nogi Town Sunflower Field

Ashikaga Flower Park｜Vibrant Spring Poppies in Full Bloom How to Enjoy Ashikaga Flower Park

At Ashikaga Flower Park in spring, poppies bloom gracefully. Their vivid colors stand out against the backdrop, evoking a delicate beauty.

Year 2024April 2024AprilAshikaga Flower ParkpoppyParks, theme parks and buildingsTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Ashikaga Flower Park｜Spring Poppies at Ashikaga Flower Park—More Than Just Tulips and Wisteria

At Ashikaga Flower Park in spring, poppies bloom gracefully. Their vivid colors stand out against the backdrop, evoking a delicate beauty.

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Ashikaga Flower Park｜Fantastic wisteria flowers at Ashikaga Flower Park in spring

Wisteria flowers photographed at Ashikaga Flower Park in spring. Wisteria in full bloom hangs down, spreading its beauty like a curtain. The scenery, along with the fragrance, soothes the soul.

Year 2024April 2024AprilAshikaga Flower ParkParks, theme parks and buildingsTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)wisteria flower

Ashikaga Flower Park｜Ashikaga Flower Park Wisteria Tunnel through a spectacular spring scenery

Wisteria flowers photographed at Ashikaga Flower Park in spring. Wisteria in full bloom hangs down, spreading its beauty like a curtain. The scenery, along with the fragrance, soothes the soul.

Year 2024April 2024AprilAshikaga Flower ParkParks, theme parks and buildingsTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)wisteria flower

Isoyama Shrine｜A fantastic early summer festival at Isoyama Shrine with lanterns and hydrangeas

This is the hydrangea festival at Isoyama Shrine in Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture. The lanterns and hydrangea path are very beautiful.

Year 2024June 2024JuneTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Isoyama ShrineShrines, Temples, Castleshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Ohchuji Temple｜The beauty of hydrangeas at Ohchuji Temple, where history and nature are in harmony

These are hydrangeas at Ohchuji Temple in Tochigi Prefecture. The large tree near the entrance, the hydrangea and the entrance gate are very beautiful and mysterious.

Year 2024June 2024Junetype of temple in the Kinki area containing a statue of AvalokitesvaraTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Shrines, Temples, Castleshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Isoyama Shrine｜A fantastic early summer moment at Isoyama Shrine, decorated with lanterns and hydrangeas

This is the hydrangea festival at Isoyama Shrine in Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture. The lanterns and hydrangea path are very beautiful.

Year 2024June 2024JuneTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Isoyama ShrineShrines, Temples, Castleshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Daichu-ji Temple｜Enjoy the vibrant hydrangeas at Daichu-ji Temple, enveloped in tranquility

These are hydrangeas at Ohchuji Temple in Tochigi Prefecture. The large tree near the entrance, the hydrangea and the entrance gate are very beautiful and mysterious.

Year 2024June 2024Junetype of temple in the Kinki area containing a statue of AvalokitesvaraTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Shrines, Temples, Castleshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Daichu-ji Temple｜The fantastical Daichu-ji Temple, where hydrangeas and gates weave a magical tapestry during the rainy season

These are hydrangeas at Ohchuji Temple in Tochigi Prefecture. The large tree near the entrance, the hydrangea and the entrance gate are very beautiful and mysterious.

Year 2024June 2024Junetype of temple in the Kinki area containing a statue of AvalokitesvaraTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Shrines, Temples, Castleshydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)

Wakatake-no-Mori, Wakayama Farm｜Bamboo Paradise! Spring at Wakatake Forest/Wakayama Farm

This is from Wakayama Farm in Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture, which is famous for its bamboo groves. You can also enjoy bamboo shoot picking in the springtime.

Year 2024May 2024MayParks, theme parks and buildingsnew green leavesTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Beautiful sceneryWakatake Forest, Wakayama Farm

Kanakurain｜A tunnel of fresh greenery! Spring Attractions along the Kanazoin approach

This is the approach to Kinzoin Temple in Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture. You can see beautiful scenery with fresh greenery in spring and autumn leaves in fall.

Year 2024May 2024Maynew green leavesTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Shrines, Temples, CastlesBeautiful sceneryAmitabha's Pure Land (composed of nine levels)

Wakatake no Mori, Wakayama Farm｜Wakatake no Mori, Wakayama Farm! Healing in a bamboo grove in spring, a trip to enjoy the art of nature

This is from Wakayama Farm in Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture, which is famous for its bamboo groves. You can also enjoy bamboo shoot picking in the springtime.

Year 2024May 2024MayParks, theme parks and buildingsnew green leavesTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)Beautiful sceneryWakatake Forest, Wakayama Farm

Ashikaga Flower Park｜Spring in Ashikaga Flower Park! A feast of colors by lupine flowers

Ashikaga Flower Park in Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture, offers a variety of flowers such as lupines as well as wisteria all year round.

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Ashikaga Flower Park｜Colorful poppies like colorful poppies

Ashikaga Flower Park in Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture, offers a variety of flowers all year round, including poppies as well as wisteria flowers.

Year 2024April 2024AprilAshikaga Flower ParkpoppyParks, theme parks and buildingsTochigi prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)