Yokosuka Iris Garden|Layered Blooms of Pale Purple Irises

Year 2025June 2025JuneYokosuka Iris GardenKanagawa prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Japanese iris
This photo captures the feeling of "pale purple irises blooming in layers" at Yokosuka Shobuen Garden.

This photograph captures the scene at Yokosuka Iris Garden, where pale purple irises bloom in layers upon layers. The overlapping flowers were truly beautiful. Yokosuka Iris Garden is easily accessible from Kamakura, allowing visitors to fully enjoy seasonal floral landscapes. With many varieties of irises at their peak, every path offers a rewarding view. The harmony between the tranquil waterside and the irises creates a soothing landscape. Hydrangeas blooming throughout the garden add a moist, elegant charm. In spring, wisteria flowers in gentle hues adorn the trellises, creating an atmosphere of grace.

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 value2.8
suspended solids1/4000s
ISO800
Shooting route on the same dayMeigetsuin →directional marker or indicatorTokeiji Temple →directional marker or indicatorJoujou-in Temple (in Kyoto) →directional marker or indicatorPure and Exquisite Temple →directional marker or indicatorIchijo Keikan Sanso (Kamakura) →directional marker or indicatorYokosuka Iris Garden →directional marker or indicatorYokosuka Art Museum

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