Yushima Tenjin Plum Blossom Festival and Monkey Magic
Did you see Yushima Tenjin Plum Blossom Festival 2022? Learn about my experience there with the flowers, the monkey show, & beautiful ema. A must-see for photographers!
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Yushima Tenjin Chrysanthemum Exhibit 2018
Yushima Tenjin Chrysanthemum Exhibit 2018: A look at a Tokyo flower festival. See photos captured with Fujifilm gear & discover a great photo spot.
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Kameido Tenjin Wisteria Festival 2018
Relive the challenging Kameido Tenjin Wisteria Festival 2018. Adapt your photography and still capture images even when your plan falls apart.
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Kameido Tenjin
Step into Kameido Tenjin, the shrine immortalized by Hiroshige! Discover stunning wisteria, drum bridges & Skytree views. A photographer’s delight.
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Kanda Myojin Photo Guide
Discover Kanda Myojin: Tokyo’s 1300-year-old shrine famed for business gods, architecture, & the massive Kanda Matsuri. Find it near Akihabara.
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Why Does Japan Have Two Religions?
Ever wonder why Japan has two religions? Learn how Shinto and Buddhism coexist and the difference between shrines and temples.
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Miyamasumitake Shrine
Discover Miyamasumitake Shrine, a Shibuya gem guarded by rare Japanese wolf statues. Find this oasis nestled between skyscrapers and uncover its unique story.
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Kaminarimon: Sanja Festival 2026
A photographer’s account of Sanja Matsuri 2026 at Kaminarimon. Learn about GPS tracking for mikoshi, neighborhood shrines, & changes to the festival.
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Mitama Festival 2017
Step into the glow of 30,000 lanterns at Yasukuni Shrine’s Mitama Festival 2017. A firsthand, showing Mikoshi parades & night photography tips.
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Nezu Shrine Azalea Festival 2022
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.
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Nezu Shrine Azalea Festival 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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Nezu Shrine Azaleas 2018
Explore Nezu Shrine Azaleas 2018. Discover a photographer’s successful visit to this top Tokyo flower spot, with notes on gear & conditions.
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Myohoji Hydrangeas 2017
Photographing late-season hydrangeas (ajisai) at Myōhōji Temple, Suginami, Tokyo. A 2017 look at the gardens, featuring photography tips & technical thoughts.
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Yushima Tenjin Plum Blossoms 2018
A photo gallery of the 2018 Yushima Tenjin plum blossoms. See beautiful images of the flowers (Ume) at this famous Tokyo shrine during the annual festival.
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Sanja Festival: A Photography Guide for 2027
Photograph Tokyo’s Sanja Festival! Discover key events, best photo spots, and essential tips to capture the mikoshi & unique culture.
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Sanja Matsuri 2018
Relive the 2018 Sanja Matsuri! Discover insights from a Saturday visit, see mikoshi parades, and get a feel for one of Tokyo’s biggest festivals.
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Sanja Matsuri Daigyoretsu: A Photographer’s Guide
Photograph Tokyo’s spectacular Daigyoretsu Parade! Get tips for Asakusa, best photo spots like Kaminarimon, & capture Sanja Festival moments.
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Myohoji Temple
Discover Myohoji in Suginami, Tokyo. Famous for ‘yakuyoke’ (warding off evil), this temple features stunning architecture, a unique iron gate by Josiah Conder, and a beautiful hydrangea garden.
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Zojoji Temple Photography Guide
Visit Zojoji Temple: A beautiful & historic Tokyo landmark near Tokyo Tower. Explore its grounds, Tokugawa history, & capture stunning photographs.
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Mitama Festival 2016
Step into a sea of light at Yasukuni Shrine 2016. Discover the magic of the Mitama Festival, featuring 30,000 lanterns and powerful mikoshi parades.
