Edohigan (Ujibo Cherry Blossom), the Cherry Blossom at Hachigata Castle |A striking moment when cherry blossoms are silhouetted by the morning sun

2026March 2026MarchSaitama prefecture (Kantou area)cherry blossomblooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)Cherry blossoms at Hachigata Castle, Edohigan (Ujibo Cherry Blossom)
A view of the Edohigan clan's cherry blossoms silhouetted by the morning sun near the ruins of Hachigata Castle.

This photo captures the moment when the Edohigan (Ujibo cherry blossoms) in full bloom are silhouetted by the morning sun near the ruins of Hachigata Castle.

Date & TimeMarch 21, 2026 *There is a photo diary.
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationCherry blossoms at Hachigata Castle, Edohigan (Ujibo Cherry Blossom)
Address2692-2 Hachigata, Yorii-machi, Osato-gun, Saitama Prefecture (Hachigata Castle Park)
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensEF24-105mm F4L IS II USM
F value16
suspended solids400s
ISO1600
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