Myohoji hydrangeas on a hot day
I saw the Myohoji hydrangeas on a hot day in June 2022. It was about 32°c. Not that hot, but it was when I had to walk in the sun for nearly an hour to get to them. On top of that, I had my camera and a bag full of lenses. But the flower photography was worth it.
The hydrangeas were past their best. Many of them had already started to wilt. They had sun damage. Still, enough were in good condition to photograph.
Have you seen the Myohoji hydrangeas? If you haven’t, they are at the rear of the temple, next to the graveyard. Most temples have one of those.
They are in a large square with Japanese Irises in the middle. Unfortunately, those had well and truly wilted. There were none left when I got there.
The hydrangeas also run along a lantern-lined path. That gives the garden a traditional feel. Actually, it is my favorite hydrangea-themed photo from Myohoji. I wonder what it would look like if it were lit at night?
All these photos were handheld HDR (High Dynamic Range). The conditions were a little windy, but that wasn’t a problem. I simply waited until the gusts died down, then I took my photos.
Myohoji’s garden is small. Tiny Hakusan Temple’s is larger and more famous. Plus its arrangement of flowers is more creative. Potted hydrangeas even surround its shrine.
And, of course, it doesn’t even compare to the one at Takahata-Fudo temple, which might even be the biggest in the city. I’m not completely sure about that, but I’m pretty sure that would be right. Well, there might be a larger one somewhere. If you know, please tell me.
Myohoji temple is an excellent place to go. It’s not crowded like Meiji Shrine or Sensoji, and it is beautiful. A lot of history is there. Please read my article about it.
The one-hour walk in the heat was worth it. Not only did I get nice flower pics, but I photographed the temple. The building is beautiful. It would be great to go there more often. I’m sure I’ll get more opportunities in the future.
I don’t know anyone who has been to the Myohoji hydrangeas. If you have, please let me know what you think of them. Leave questions and comments below.
Myohoji hydrangeas photo gear:
- Camera body: Fujifilm X-T2
- Lens: Fujifilm XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Here are more hydrangea articles:
Date photos taken: 24 June 2022
External related website:
- Myohoji Temple (official website)