2017 Inokashira Park Cherry Blossoms
Imagine standing by the serene pond of Inokashira Park. A canopy of cherry blossoms in full bloom faces you. The year was 2017. Everything was in alignment. Blue skies with the right amount of clouds, the perfect light shone on trees at their peak. It was a fleeting moment of photographic perfection, and I only had a short time to capture it. What unfolded left a lasting impression. Let me take you back to that spring day.
Seriously, I lucked out that day. The weather and the trees were perfect. The trees were at their best. Everything was as I wanted it. Full bloom!! Kaboom baby! Finally! They looked good. We had blue skies and clouds! I was excited.
No clouds in the sky is bad. Endless blue is good for a picnic, but not for photos. It is dull, offering nothing for the imagination. I’d prefer not to take photos on such a day. But this was different. It was inspirational.
Most of Inokashira Park’s cherry blossoms are around its pond. Trees are on both sides with their branches hanging out over the water. It’s a picturesque scene. Crowds gravitate there for maximum enjoyment.
2017 at the park was crowded. Everyone had DSLRs, phones, and selfie sticks. They went prepared to get their cherry blossoms photos. I wish I had more time like them to get mine. But the clock was ticking, so I kept moving.
Cherry blossom drinking parties are common there, but they have a rule. They need to be finished by 10 pm. That allows nearby residents to sleep more easily. In the past, celebrations went very late. Noise levels must have been unbearable.
Since 2017, I don’t think I’ve ever photographed the flowers in such good condition at the park. That day was memorable. I’ll remember it far into the future.
It was also one of the last times I used my Pentax K-3. Shortly after, that camera met its demise. I’ll tell you that story another day, though. The story is very sad.
The 2017 Inokashira Park cherry blossoms were great. They were fabulous and inspired me. I went home motivated for my photographic future. By the way, have you been to this fabulous Tokyo photo spot? If you have, tell us about your experience. I’d love to hear from you.
2017 Inokashira Park Cherry Blossoms photo gear:
Camera: Pentax K-3
Lens: Pentax SMC DA 18-135 mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL (If) DC WR
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External related websites:
- Inokashira Park (official website)