Shinobazunoike Pond｜Boundary of Yin and Yang

Year 2025July 2025JulyShinobazu PondTokyo Metropolitan areablooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)lotus
A dramatic composition capturing the interplay of light and shadow across the lotus pond at Shinobazu Pond
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This photograph captures the moment when light pierces through a section of the lotus pond at Shinobazu Pond, creating an interplay of light and shadow. The striking contrast between light and shadow, born from nature, is the highlight. Shinobazu Pond is one of the iconic photo spots symbolizing summer in Ueno. Visiting early in the morning reveals a fantastical scene where the lotus flowers blooming across the pond are illuminated by the soft morning sun, creating a harmonious blend of tranquility and splendor.The moment when the morning sun shines through the petals of a half-open lotus flower is an ideal photographic opportunity, where the delicate expression of light and flower overlap. Additionally, a summer-only wind chime display is set up in part of the pond, and the sound of the chimes swaying in the breeze adds a refreshing coolness to the scene.The vermilion of the Benten Hall, the soft hues of the lotus, and the translucent presence of the wind chimes combine to create a quintessentially Japanese summer scene. Both telephoto shots capturing the intricate details of the lotus and wide-angle compositions boldly framing the pond and sky are equally captivating. Shinobazu Pond is one of Tokyo's premier photo spots, where you can capture the very essence of a summer morning.