This photograph captures the lotus flowers blooming before me at Shinobazu Pond, their petals glowing translucent in the sunlight when viewed from below. The transparency of the petals creates a refreshingly summery atmosphere. Shinobazu Pond is a quintessential summer photography spot in Ueno. Especially during the early morning hours, magnificent lotus flowers bloom across the entire pond. The scene woven by their pale pink hues and the tranquil water surface is nothing short of fantastical.Timing your shot when the morning sun hits half-open lotus buds allows you to capture the beauty of the light and the delicacy of the flowers. Additionally, the summer-limited wind chime display installed over part of the pond plays a cool, soothing melody, letting you experience the seasonal atmosphere not just visually but also aurally.The vermilion of the Benten Hall, the hues of the lotus flowers, and the transparency of the wind chimes combine to create photographs that seem to encapsulate the essence of Japanese summer. Getting close to the flowers' expressions with a telephoto lens works well, while a wide-angle shot capturing the entire scene dynamically is also appealing. Shinobazu Pond in Ueno is a precious photography spot where you can experience and record Tokyo's summer with all five senses.
- Date: July 27, 2025
- Photographer: Mr. Pon
- Location：Nobazuno Pond
- Address: Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo
- Photography equipment: Canon EOS R
- Lens: Canon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
- F value: 13
- SS: 1/100s
- ISO: 1600
