This photograph captures the scene of white and pale pink lotus flowers blooming side by side in the lotus pond at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, depicting a soft balance of colors and a tranquil atmosphere.Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture) is a historic shrine whose charm also lies in its harmony with nature. The lotus flowers in the Genpei Pond, which reach their peak viewing period from July to August, offer visitors a quintessential summer scene. Pink and white blooms fill the pond, looking especially beautiful in the clear morning light.Compositions featuring bridges, torii gates, and the main hall as backdrops are photogenic, making it ideal for landscape photography and family commemorative photos. As a spot where visitors can enjoy both Kamakura's history and nature at once, it is beloved by many.
| Date & Time | July 20, 2025 *There is a photo diary. |
| photographer | without batting an eyelid |
| Location | Tsuruoka Hachimangu Shrine |
| Address | 2-1-31 Yukinoshita, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Photography Equipment | Canon EOS R |
| lens | Canon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM |
| F value | 11 |
| suspended solids | 1/400s |
| ISO | 800 |
| Shooting route on the same day | Ofuna Flower Center →directional marker or indicatorTsuruoka Hachimangu Shrine →directional marker or indicatorKawasaki Daishi →directional marker or indicatorTodoroki Valley |
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