A boy with a long water net stood by the shore of Shakujii Pond

Shakujii Pond
Boy holding a water net in Shakujii Park
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Shakujii Park in Nerima is home to two ponds, the Sanpoji Pond and the Shakujii Pond, but their origins are quite different. While Sanpoji Pond, which is also a national natural monument, is fed by spring water, Shakujii Pond, where visitors can ride boats, was artificially created to protect the Musashino landscape when the area was designated as a scenic area. In other words, Sanpoji Pond is the main pond, and Shakujii Pond is positioned as a subsidiary pond. The main pond, Sanpoji Pond, was the subject of a woodblock print by Kawase Hasui, a favorite of Steve Jobs.

Even so, the difference between the two ponds is not so great for visitors strolling through the park. Both water areas have a peaceful atmosphere that is just right for strolling. It was a beautiful day, and many people were out by the pond. One boy stood at the water's edge with a long water net in his hand. A peaceful time was passing by. The scene of greenery spreading under a clear sky and approaching the water's edge looked no different from the scene Kawase Hasui depicted in a woodblock print nearly 100 years ago.

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Dec 2023 IN THE CITY TOKYO

PHOTO DATA

No

12545

Shooting Date

May 2023

Posted On

December 13, 2023

Modified On

June 21, 2024

Place

Shakujiidai, Tokyo

Genre

Street Photography

Camera

SONY ALPHA 7R V

Lens

ZEISS BATIS 2/40 CF

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