Inokashira Pond

Inokashira Pond is the centrepiece of Inokashira Park, located in Kichijoji, Tokyo. It’s a picturesque spot, especially famous for its cherry blossoms in spring. The pond is part of the Kanda River water system and has been around for centuries—it even supplied drinking water to Edo (old Tokyo) during the early Edo period. A fun (or mildly ominous) fact: the pond is associated with Benzaiten, a deity of water, music, and fortune. According to local superstition, couples who go boating on the pond break up due to her jealousy. That doesn’t stop people from renting those infamous swan boats, though. Took the Nokton 75mm along and decided to post the black and white JPEGs straight out of camera.