Kyu-Nakagawa Waterfront Park|Cherry blossom petals illuminated by light

Year 2025March 2025MarchOld Nakagawa Waterfront ParkTokyo Metropolitan areacherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
This photo captures what I perceived as "cherry blossom petals illuminated by light" at the former Nakagawa Riverside Park.

This photograph captures cherry blossom petals illuminated by light. I focused on conveying the petals' translucency and delicate hues. When the Kawazu cherry blossoms along the Old Nakagawa River reach their peak, they create a beautiful collaboration with the Tokyo Skytree. Framing the blossoms with the branches and composing the shot to include both the urban landmark and the seasonal flowers highlights the quintessential spring scenery. The gentle shifts in color during morning light and dusk are also highlights.

Date & TimeMarch 9, 2025
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationOld Nakagawa Waterfront Park
AddressSumida ward, Tokyo
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids1/640s
ISO100
Shooting route on the same dayJufukuji Temple (Meguro-ku, Tokyo) →directional marker or indicatorOld Nakagawa Waterfront Park →directional marker or indicatorKoshigaya Plum Grove Park

■Featured pages for the current season