Shinjuku Gyoen|A sign before taking off

January2026January 2026Siberian thrush (Turdus sibiricus)Shinjuku GyoenTokyo Metropolitan areaCherry blossoms (early blooming)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)bird
This photo captures the expression on the face of a white-tailed godwit at Shinjuku Gyoen, which looks as if it is about to take flight.

This photo captures the expression on the face of a white-tailed godwit in Shinjuku Gyoen, which looks as if it is about to take flight.

Date & TimeJanuary 31, 2026 *There is a photo diary.
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationShinjuku Gyoen
Address11 Naito-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value2.8
suspended solids1/400s
ISO100
Shooting route on the same dayKasai Rinkai Park →directional marker or indicatorShinjuku Gyoen

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