Mikurain Temple|Cherry blossoms in full bloom and lanterns on a slope

2026March 2026MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)Sanzang Temple (in Tang-dynasty China)Cherry blossoms (early blooming)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
A view of the temple taken at Mikurain with a line of lanterns and the full-blooming Ayumi cherry blossoms on the hillside.

This photo was taken at Mikurain temple, combining a view of the full-blooming Ayasyo cherry blossoms on the slope just outside the front gate with a row of lanterns.

Date & TimeMarch 15, 2026 *There is a photo diary.
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationSanzang Temple (in Tang-dynasty China)
Address2008, Angyohara, Kawaguchi-shi, Saitama, Japan
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensEF24-105mm F4L IS II USM
F value7.1
suspended solids400s
ISO1600
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