Not Dogwood

After years of speculation, my coworker found out that these are not dogwood trees, but rather Mountain Magnolia trees.

First Bloom

The first magnolia bloom of the year.

Positivity

Taking time to enjoy the view.

Fallen Gate

The torii (gate) at Aoba Shrine fell over in one on the earthquakes. (Either 3.11 or 4.7)

Drywall

Some damage inside the building that houses the Disney Store.

This Shall Pass

I wish the wind had been blowing a little bit so the flag could have opened.

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Castle Hill

Castle Hill in bloom. You can see the gate if you follow the road. The road going up to the castle was closed.