Institute for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture, The University of Tokyo

■Address: 1-1-1 Midoricho, Nishi-Tokyo City, Tokyo
■Subjects that can be photographed: Lotus
■Suggested season: Summer
■Recommended time: Noon
■Parking: None
■Admission fee: None
■Limited admission time: Yes
■Toilets: Available

The University of Tokyo Institute for Ecological Agriculture in Nishi-Tokyo City, Tokyo, is a research facility not normally open to the public. However, during a limited period in summer, the lotus pond on its grounds is specially opened. Many photography enthusiasts visit specifically on this day, making it a well-known “one of Tokyo's premier lotus photography spots.” The highlights are the tranquil natural surroundings and the lotus flowers glowing in the morning light. The sight of large pink and white blooms opening as if praying toward the sky is simply mystical. The peak blooming time is in the morning, with 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM being especially recommended. It's well worth the early rise to visit.

※Admission is only available on special open days.

The University of Tokyo, Institute for Ecology and Harmonious Agriculture｜Dragonfly Rest

This photo, taken at the University of Tokyo's Institute for Ecology and Harmonious Agriculture, shows a dragonfly perched on a small lotus flower.

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The University of Tokyo Organization for Harmonious Ecological Agriculture｜Flowers and Dragonflies

This photo is a close-up of a lotus flower and dragonfly taken at the University of Tokyo's Institute for Ecology and Harmonious Agriculture.

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The University of Tokyo Organization for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture｜Lotus of Light and Shadow

This photo was taken at the University of Tokyo's Institute for Ecology and Harmonious Agriculture, partially framing a beautifully blooming lotus flower in the foreground with light filtering through to the back.

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The University of Tokyo Organization for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture｜Soft Depth

This photo was taken at the University of Tokyo's Institute of Ecology and Harmonious Agriculture, with the beautiful lotus flowers in the back in focus while the flowers in the foreground are largely blurred.

Year 2025July 2025JulyInstitute for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture, The University of TokyoTokyo Metropolitan areablooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)lotus

The University of Tokyo, Institute for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture｜Life on the verge of blooming

This photo was taken from the side of a small lotus flower still in bloom at the University of Tokyo's Institute for Ecology and Harmonious Agriculture.

Year 2025July 2025JulyInstitute for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture, The University of TokyoTokyo Metropolitan areablooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)lotus

The University of Tokyo Organization for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture｜Lotus of Individuality in Bloom

This photo was taken at the University of Tokyo's Institute for Ecology and Harmonious Agriculture, with light coming in from the side of the lotus flower, an unusual shape rarely seen elsewhere.

Year 2025July 2025JulyInstitute for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture, The University of TokyoTokyo Metropolitan areablooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)lotus

The University of Tokyo Organization for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture｜Lovely lotus rows

This photo, taken at the University of Tokyo's Institute for Ecology and Harmonious Agriculture, shows short, lovely lotus flowers.

Year 2025July 2025JulyInstitute for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture, The University of TokyoTokyo Metropolitan areablooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)lotus

The University of Tokyo Organization for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture｜Lotus in Profile

This photo, taken at the University of Tokyo's Institute for Ecology and Harmonious Agriculture, shows a short, dainty lotus flower viewed from the side.

Year 2025July 2025JulyInstitute for Ecological and Harmonious Agriculture, The University of TokyoTokyo Metropolitan areablooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)lotus

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