Kanazawa Photography
Potential Proposal Spots
in Kenrokuen
1. Kotoji Stone Lantern
Pros:
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The quintessential Kenrokuen spot
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A variety of angles and focal lengths possible
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Though there may be an audience, you will be alone on the bridge.
Cons:
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Is a very popular spot and there will probably be an audience.
2. Kotoji Stone Lantern
(position 2)
Pros:
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A unique angle on the famous lantern
Cons:
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Difficult to achieve without people in the background (unless early in the morning).
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No close up shots possible.
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Only one angle and focal length possible
3. Hanami Bashi Bridge
Pros:
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In quieter times, it's possible to be alone on the bridge.
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Ideal in early April when the Cherry Blossoms are in bloom.
Cons:
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In busier times, it can be very crowded.
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No close-ups and limited angles.
4. Small crossing bridge
Pros:
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In quieter times, it's possible to be alone on the bridge.
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Ideal in early April the the Cherry Blossoms are in bloom.
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Under the right conditions, subjects are reflected in the water.
Cons:
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It's quite narrow.
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No close-ups and limited angles.
5. Edge of pond
Pros:
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Even in busier times, there are often lulls when no one is around.
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A variety of angles and focal lengths.
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Under the right conditions, the lake is like a mirror.
Cons:
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Midday sun is not flattering in this spot.
***The best time for a proposal in Kenrokuen is early in the morning, before it officially opens to the public. Generally around sunrise. Kenrokuen allows visitors to enter a few hours before opening time as long as you leave 15-minutes before opening time. This is the best time for a proposal as the light is usually nice and soft and there are very few people around.