March 2026
An old wooden university building and cherry blossoms along the river nearby
2026-03-31 The cherry blossoms are almost in full bloom. In the morning on a rainy spring day, took photos around the university in Nara City. As it was before the new semester, no one was around in early morning, and able to snap pictures freely. (All photos taken with SIGMA DP2 Merrill) At the riverside […]
Coptis quinquefolia (Baika-oren) at Hashimoto-in Temple, Gose City, Nara
2026-03-06 Visited Hashimoto-in Temple, then the Coptis quinquefolia (Baika-oren) flowers were in bloom. Could see some early-blooming cherry blossoms. Spring is almost here. (All photos taken with SIGMA sd Quattro H) Wintersweet, early-blooming cherry blossoms, daffodils, etc. Map
Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival), Yamatokoriyama City, Nara Prefecture
2026-03-01 Learned that the center of Yamatokoriyama City in Nara is now displaying Hina dolls everywhere, so visited the place. I fully enjoyed walking around the town filled with a nostalgic atmosphere. (All photos taken with SIGMA sd Quattro.) The city is prospered with goldfish industry, and the goldfish signs were seen. Indigo dyeing shop […]