Matsumoto Castle | Lotus Flowers and Swans on the Moat

2026July 2026JulyMatsumoto CastleShrines, Temples, CastlesNagano prefecture (Chuubu area)
A lotus flower photographed from the front at Matsumoto Castle, along with swans in the moat

This photo was taken at Matsumoto Castle to capture a front-on view of the lotus flowers and the swans in the moat.

Date & TimeJuly 25, 2026 *There is a photo diary.
photographerwithout batting an eyelid
LocationMatsumoto Castle
Address4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture
Photography EquipmentCanon EOS R
lensCanon EF70-200mm F2.8L IS II USM
F value11
suspended solids1/320s
ISO400
Shooting route on the same dayOishi Park →directional marker or indicatorAkino Sunflower Festival, Hokuto City →directional marker or indicatorIdojiri Historic Site Park →directional marker or indicatorKamisuwa Station →directional marker or indicatorMatsumoto Castle →directional marker or indicatorHotaka Shrine →directional marker or indicatorNagano prefecture (Chuubu area)

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