Kyuzanji Temple|The flowing beauty of curving mimosa trees

Year 2025March 2025Marchmimosahigh-ranking temple in Fujiwara (Edo period)Saitama prefecture (Kantou area)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
At Kyuzanji Temple, a photograph that evoked the flowing, curved beauty of mimosa.

This photograph captures the mimosa blossoms as they flow in the wind, tracing graceful curves. I consciously composed the shot to emphasize their natural movement. Within the grounds of Kyuzanji Temple stands a single, large and magnificent mimosa tree in bloom. Its vivid yellow harmonizes beautifully with the tranquil background, delighting the eye as an early spring splash of color. It's a simple yet deeply memorable spot for photography.

Date & TimeMarch 22, 2025
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
Locationhigh-ranking temple in Fujiwara (Edo period)
AddressIshizaka, Hatoyama-cho, Hiki-gun, Saitama
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value11
suspended solids1/833s
ISO800
Shooting route on the same dayKita Asaba Sakurazutsumi Park →directional marker or indicatorhigh-ranking temple in Fujiwara (Edo period) →directional marker or indicatorthe empress, the empress dowager and the grand empress dowager

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