Yokosuka Iris Garden|Irises and Waterwheel House in Harmony

Year 2025June 2025JuneYokosuka Iris GardenKanagawa prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Japanese iris
This photo captures what I felt was a "collaboration between irises and the watermill" at Yokosuka Iris Garden.

This photo captures irises and a waterwheel house at Yokosuka Iris Garden. I focused on the flowers in the foreground and softly blurred the waterwheel house in the background to convey depth. Yokosuka Iris Garden is a nature-rich spot where you can enjoy various flowers throughout the seasons. The irises in June are particularly spectacular, and the sight of them all blooming together is breathtaking.The beautiful contrast between the expansive waterways within the garden and the irises captivates visitors. Hydrangeas also bloom throughout the garden, adding a moist, rich color to the rainy season. Furthermore, in spring, the delicate wisteria blossoms on the trellises create an elegant atmosphere, allowing visitors to fully savor the charm of flowers throughout the four seasons.

Date & TimeJune 7, 2025
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationYokosuka Iris Garden
Address18-1 Abekura, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value11
suspended solids1/1000s
ISO800
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