Houkouji｜Quiet close-up shot of weeping cherry blossoms and Buddhist statues

2025.04.01
Year 2025March 2025MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Yama's pole (with a human head on the top)cherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
This photo was taken at Hogeiji Temple and felt to be a "quiet close-up shot of weeping cherry blossoms and a Buddha statue.
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This photo is a close-up composition of the weeping cherry blossoms and the Buddha statue. The softness of the flowers and the serenity of the Buddha image are captured in a close-up expression. At Hohakuji Temple, you will encounter a scene in which the quiet presence of the Buddha image stands out along with the beauty of the weeping cherry blossoms. Cherry blossom branches softly cover the image, providing gentle light and shadow to the Buddha image's expression. If you take advantage of the soft natural light in the morning or evening, you can create a picture with a tranquil atmosphere. This is a good place to take pictures and feel the gentleness of spring.