Colors of My Heart

During a brief return to Japan at the end of the year, I visited Shinjuku Gyoen. Although it was already late autumn, the garden offered a serene escape in the heart of the city.  The autumn foliage here begins to change color in late October, with the rows of plane trees and ginkgo turning a brilliant golden hue first. From late November to early December, the maples reach their peak, creating a stunning display of vibrant reds. The best time to enjoy the colors is from the end of November through early December, especially on clear mornings when the hues appear most vivid.  Unfortunately, I did not have my camera with me, so all the photos were taken with my iPhone. Even so, I was able to fully appreciate the quiet beauty of the autumn leaves in the center of Tokyo. Taken with iPhone 12 Participating in the ranking If you think the content is good, please click and follow. 気に入っていただけましたら応援よろしくお願い致します。 にほんブログ村 にほんブログ村

/Home › › Shinjuku Gyoen The relationship between cherry blossoms and the brown-eared bulbul is a combination that beautifully symbolizes spring in Japan.  Brown-eared bulbuls are fond of the nectar of cherry blossoms, and during the flowering season they visit cherry trees in flocks. Many varieties, such as Somei-yoshino and Yamazakura, contain abundant nectar, making them an ideal source of energy for these birds. They insert their long beaks deep into the blossoms to sip the nectar, moving lightly from branch to branch as they feed.  Although cherry blossoms are primarily pollinated by the wind, the presence of bulbuls among the trees can assist with pollen transfer, and their activity is thought to play a supplementary role in pollination.  The sight of bulbuls busily flitting about among the soft pink flowers in a quiet park is one of the beautiful scenes that herald the arrival of spring. Olympus OM-D E-M1 / M. Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F2.8 PRO...