20th Oct 2012: Autumn Roses at Jindai Botanical Garden

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A Tranquil Celebration of Color and Fragrance

Nestled in Chōfu City, Tokyo, Jindai Botanical Garden is a spacious and serene haven known for its annual Autumn Rose Festival. Each fall, the garden bursts into bloom with approximately 400 varieties and 5,000 rose bushes, transforming the rose garden into a vibrant tapestry of color.

Unlike their spring counterparts, autumn roses are slightly smaller but possess deeper, richer hues and a more intense fragrance. Their elegant charm is best experienced in the early morning, when the scent is at its peak. To accommodate this, the garden opens early on weekends throughout October, offering visitors the chance to admire dew-kissed roses in the soft morning light.

The rose garden is designed in the style of a French sunken garden, with clearly defined walkways and flower beds. Informational signs accompany each rose variety, allowing visitors to learn about the flowers while enjoying photography at a relaxed pace.

As autumn deepens, the garden also showcases seasonal highlights such as colorful foliage, dahlias, and chrysanthemums. The harmony between these blooms and the roses adds to the visual delight. Strolling through the garden, enveloped in the crisp autumn air and surrounded by vivid colors and gentle fragrances, is a truly soothing and luxurious experience—perfect for both photography and quiet reflection.

I must admit, I'm not very confident when it comes to photographing roses. I often find myself focusing too much on the petals, which results in a "bullseye composition"—where the flower sits awkwardly in the center of the frame. I also struggle with getting the exposure right, especially when balancing the brightness of the petals, leaves, and background.

Both composition and exposure give me a lot to think about, and I often end up feeling unsure about the final result. I wonder when I’ll finally be able to capture a rose photo that truly satisfies me. Well… maybe someday!

Olympus E5 / Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm F2.8-3.5 SWD / ISO100 / f3.4 / 1/500s / +0.7


Olympus E5 / Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm F2.8-3.5 SWD / ISO100 / f3.5 / 1/640s / +0.7


Olympus E5 / Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm F2.8-3.5 SWD / ISO100 / f3.5 / 1/640s / +0.7


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Olympus E5 / Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm F2.8-3.5 SWD / ISO100 / f3.5 / 1/2000s / +0.7


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Olympus E5 / Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm F2.8-3.5 SWD / ISO100 / f3.5 / 1/1000s / 0.0


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