Chidorigafuchi in Late Autumn

Chidorigafuchi is a very popular cherry blossom viewing spot.
That walking road along the moat is so crowded in the season.
But I also like stroll there in late autumn.

(Note)
These photos were taken on November 29 , 2010.

Red Leaves in Tokyo

Koishikawa Korakuen Garden is a popular autumn leaves viewing spot in the center of Tokyo.
Especialy red leaves of Japanese maple in the garden are so beautiful.

I hope you check my previous post, "Koishikawa Korakuen in Late Autumn" from here.

(Note)
These photos were taken on November 29 , 2010.

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Koishikawa Korakuen in Late Autumn

Koishikawa korakuen is a Japanese style garden located in Bunkyo ward, Tokyo.
This Daimyo (feudal lord) garden was built in early Edo era.
It is in the center of Tokyo, but you can enjoy a peaceful time and beautiful scene in the garden.
Today I show you the garden in late autumn.










I will show you some more photos of the garden later.

(Note)
These photos were taken on November , 29 , 2010.

Hakucho-bori

Hakucho-bori is a inner moat of the former Edo-castle.
Hakucho means swan.
I took this photo from the observation in Higashi gyoen (The East Gardens of Imperial Palace).

(Note)
This photo was taken on September, 22, 2010.

Kinmei-Moso-Chiku

I introduce you rare bamboo again.
I took these photos in Higashi Gyoen.
I like that beautiful stripe pattern of the bamboo.

(Note)
These photos were taken on September 22 , 2010.

Kikko-chiku ( Tortoise Shell Bamboo)

You can see many plants in Higashi Gyoen ( The Eeat Gardens of Imperial Palace).
"Kikko (亀甲)" means tortoise shell.
The name of this species of bamboo come from the form of culm.



(Note)
These photos were taken on September 22 , 2010.

The Stone Base of Edo Castle's Main Tower

I took these photos in Higashi Gyoen (The East Gardens of Imperial Palace).
There once was a five storied main tower of Edo castle on the base.
It was burnt down by great fire in 1657.


Photos below are views from top of the base.





(Note)
These photos were taken on September 22 , 2010.