Colors of My Heart

■ Sakura Macro Photos in Yotsuya

This time, I did a photo shoot around Sotobori Park near Yotsuya Station using a macro lens. The cherry blossoms were mainly Somei Yoshino, and although the wind was a bit strong—making macro photography quite a challenge—the clear blue skies made for a truly enjoyable experience.

Sotobori Park is a narrow urban park that stretches across Chiyoda and Shinjuku wards in Tokyo. It was developed by utilizing the remains of the outer moat of Edo Castle. As soon as you step out of Yotsuya Station, you're greeted by the park’s lush greenery.

The park preserves the original shape of the moat, which was constructed during the Edo period and once played a vital role in the castle's defense and transportation. Although the castle no longer functions in its historical role, the moat and surrounding nature have been carefully maintained as part of the cityscape, and today the park serves as a peaceful retreat for local residents.

​One of the park’s biggest attractions is its cherry blossoms, especially the Somei Yoshino variety, which bloom in the spring. Sotobori Park is a well-known spot for hanami (flower viewing), drawing many visitors during the season. The stretch of cherry trees from Ichigaya to Yotsuya is especially famous and highly recommended for photography.


Nikon D850 / Nikon AF-S VR Micro Nikkor ED 105mm f/2.8G SWM / f4.8 / 1/2500s / ISO100 /+0.7​​​



Nikon D850 / Nikon AF-S VR Micro Nikkor ED 105mm f/2.8G SWM / f3.5 / 1/500s / ISO100 /+0.7​​​



Nikon D850 / Nikon AF-S VR Micro Nikkor ED 105mm f/2.8G SWM / f4.8 / 1/800s / ISO100 /+0.7​​​



Nikon D850 / Nikon AF-S VR Micro Nikkor ED 105mm f/2.8G SWM / f3.8 / 1/3200s / ISO100 /+0.7​​​



Nikon D850 / Nikon AF-S VR Micro Nikkor ED 105mm f/2.8G SWM / f3.8 / 1/400s / ISO100 /+0.7​​​



Nikon D850 / Nikon AF-S VR Micro Nikkor ED 105mm f/2.8G SWM / f4.2 / 1/500s / ISO100 /+0.7​​​


■ Taken on 5th Apr 2025 by following equipment.

【エントリー2倍｜対象ユーザー限定(4/6迄)】 Nikon｜ニコン D850 デジタル一眼レフカメラ ブラック D850 [ボディ単体][D850] 価格：339,760円（税込、送料別) (2025/4/5時点) 楽天で購入

【中古】【1年保証】【美品】Nikon AF-S 105mm F2.8G ED VR Micro 価格：87,800円（税込、送料無料) (2025/4/5時点) 楽天で購入

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■ Travel Guide

外濠 江戸東京の水回廊 [ 法政大学大学院エコ地域デザイン研究所 ] 価格：2,750円（税込、送料無料) (2025/4/5時点) 楽天で購入

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