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  • Red Motul Nissan GT-R race car featuring professional racing decals at Tokyo Auto Salon 2020.
    Car Shows | Tokyo Events & Activities

    Inside Tokyo Auto Salon 2020

    ByRohan Gillett June 3, 2026September 3, 2026

    Explore a photography archive from Tokyo Auto Salon 2020. See unpublished photos of custom Japanese cars, tuning trends, and automotive designs.

  • A large yellow chrysanthemum spotlighted against a dark background at the Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition 2019

    ByRohan Gillett June 3, 2026August 5, 2026

    Photos of the 2019 Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition. Technical tips for ogiku displays, camera settings, and Tokyo viewing locations.

  • Massive copper steampunk clock with a large face and mechanical compartments on the side of a modern glass skyscraper.
    Art/Culture

    Miyazaki Ghibli Clock

    ByRohan Gillett June 2, 2026August 26, 2026

    Photograph the Miyazaki Ghibli Clock in Tokyo. Get performance times and lighting tips for this steampunk landmark in Shinbashi.

  • Close-up of a pale pink incurved chrysanthemum with tightly curled petals against a blurred floral background.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Yushima Tenjin Chrysanthemum Festival Photography

    ByRohan Gillett June 1, 2026September 6, 2026

    Photographing the 2021 Yushima Tenjin chrysanthemum festival with Fujifilm gear. Explore kengai and ozkuri displays at this Tokyo shrine in autumn.

  • Kitsune statues guard the entrance to Miyasmasumitake Shrine, set against a backdrop of modern urban apartments.
    Temples & Shrines

    Miyamasumitake Shrine

    ByRohan Gillett May 31, 2026July 28, 2026

    Discover Miyamasumitake Shrine, a Shibuya gem guarded by rare Japanese wolf statues. Find this oasis nestled between skyscrapers and uncover its unique story.

  • A Mitsubishi F-15J Eagle jet with "Fighting Dragon" fuel tanks at Iruma Air Show 2024 on a sunny tarmac.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Iruma Air Show 2024

    ByRohan Gillett May 25, 2026September 5, 2026

    A practical review of the Canon EOS R5 in the field. Observations on autofocus performance and handling during the JASDF Iruma Air Show 2024.

  • Low-angle view of white cherry blossoms on dark branches reaching into a bright, cloud-streaked blue sky.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Spring

    Yoyogi Park Cherry Blossoms 2023

    ByRohan Gillett May 24, 2026September 8, 2026

    Capture Yoyogi Park cherry blossoms 2023 with the Fujifilm 10-24mm lens. Learn about the weekday crowds, hanami culture, and shooting in unpredictable Tokyo weather.

  • A female bodybuilder in a sparkling bikini strikes a side pose on stage, showcasing her toned and muscular physique.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Iron as Art

    ByRohan Gillett May 22, 2026September 8, 2026

    At Yokota Base’s US-Japan Friendship Cup 2025 bodybuilding competition, athletes were artists. See how the results of masters sculpting their bodies with the art of iron.

  • A red vintage Alfa Romeo spider with two occupants drives past spectators on a city street lined with yellow trees.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Autumn Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Trees and Supercars

    ByRohan Gillett May 21, 2026August 10, 2026

    Experience the autumn magic of Jingu Gaien’s Ginkgo Avenue! See the crowds, supercars, and golden leaves. Get tips for your next Tokyo visit.

  • B&W high-angle of a woman at a Shinjuku station. Tokyo’s Mystery Deepens amidst geometric patterns and sharp shadows.
    Art/Culture

    Tokyo’s Mystery Deepens: A Review

    ByRohan Gillett May 19, 2026September 3, 2026

    Can a bug on a train explain the Japanese psyche? Read my review of Michael Pronko’s ‘Tokyo’s Mystery Deepens’, a collection of essays for expats & travelers.

  • Crowds in happi coats carry a golden mikoshi under the Kaminarimon gate's giant red lantern during a festival.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Temples & Shrines

    Kaminarimon: Sanja Festival 2026

    ByRohan Gillett May 18, 2026September 1, 2026

    A photographer’s account of Sanja Matsuri 2026 at Kaminarimon. Learn about GPS tracking for mikoshi, neighborhood shrines, & changes to the festival.

  • Players on a sunny field during a Japanese women’s cricket match with cherry blossoms in the background.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Japanese Women’s Cricket under Cherry Blossoms

    ByRohan Gillett May 15, 2026August 31, 2026

    A sports photographer’s dream: the Japanese women’s cricket squad national trials in 2021 with a Fujifilm X-T3 & 100-400mm. Cricket under cherry blossoms.

  • A golden mikoshi sits before a massive wall of glowing yellow paper lanterns at Mitama Festival 2017.
    Temples & Shrines | Tokyo Events & Activities

    Mitama Festival 2017

    ByRohan Gillett May 14, 2026September 4, 2026

    Step into the glow of 30,000 lanterns at Yasukuni Shrine’s Mitama Festival 2017. A firsthand, showing Mikoshi parades & night photography tips.

  • A crowd carries a black and gold mikoshi shrine under a wall of lanterns during Sanja Festival 2025.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Sanja Festival 2025 with the Canon R5

    ByRohan Gillett May 13, 2026September 3, 2026

    Sanja Matsuri 2025: Photos & Canon EOS R5 performance review. Discover why this camera still shines for festival photography in Asakusa, Tokyo.

  • A red vintage Alfa Romeo passes through the Coppa di Tokyo banner as spectators watch on a city street.
    Car Shows | Tokyo Events & Activities

    Coppa di Tokyo 2024: Classic Car Photography

    ByRohan Gillett May 8, 2026September 1, 2026

    Love classic cars? Explore Coppa di Tokyo 2024! Get a glimpse of this rally in Shiodome, featuring Porsches, Ferraris, Alfas & more. Photos here.

  • Hyottoko and Okame performers in traditional dress dance on a carved wooden float during the Kurayami Festival.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    The Kurayami Festival

    ByRohan Gillett May 5, 2026September 3, 2026

    Experience the Kurayami Matsuri at Okunitama Shrine. Learn about the Hyottoko dancers, the Shishimai lion dance, and tips for low-light festival photography.

  • Dancers in pink and white kimonos and tall straw hats perform at the Koenji Awa Odori 2024 festival.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Summer

    Koenji Awa Odori 2024 Recap

    ByRohan Gillett May 3, 2026July 28, 2026

    Experience Koenji Awa Odori 2024, Tokyo’s largest family-friendly dance festival! See its enormous scale & why it’s a must-see in this guide.

  • Red and black camouflaged Honda Civic Type R Prototype on display at Tokyo Auto Salon 2022.
    Car Shows

    Tokyo Auto Salon 2022

    ByRohan Gillett April 30, 2026August 15, 2026

    A curated look at the standout machines from Tokyo Auto Salon 2022. From the Ferrari Monza SP2 to the Civic Type R. Here are my pics.

  • Selective focus on red azalea blossoms with the traditional roof of Nezu Shrine blurred in the background.
    Temples & Shrines | Gardens & Parks

    Nezu Shrine Azalea Festival 2022

    ByRohan Gillett April 27, 2026September 3, 2026

    Planning a trip to the Nezu Shrine Azalea Festival? See how I turned a disappointing visit into perfect photos with 2 simple photography tips in 2022.

  • Visitors walk through a hillside of rounded, blooming pink and purple azaleas below a modern building.
    Gardens & Parks | Temples & Shrines

    Nezu Shrine Azalea Festival 2026

    ByRohan Gillett April 22, 2026September 3, 2026

    Thinking of visiting the Nezu Shrine Azalea Festival 2026 in Tokyo’s Bunkyo Ward? With fees rising to ¥1000, here is a look at the flowers & if it is worth it.

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