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Photograph the Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower in Shinjuku. A guide for photographers exploring Tokyo’s most unique skyscraper and modern design.
Looking for the best places to take photos in Tokyo? Our Tokyo Photography Guides cover everything from neon street scenes to traditional shrines and car shows.
Photograph the Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower in Shinjuku. A guide for photographers exploring Tokyo’s most unique skyscraper and modern design.
Discover Caretta Shiodome Sky View, a free 46th-floor space offering Tokyo Bay vistas perfect for night cityscapes of Rainbow Bridge and Odaiba.
Nakagin Capsule Tower is gone, but photos preserve this Tokyo icon. Discover photography’s vital role in documenting history & lost architecture.

Discover Tokyo Port Wild Bird Park, a 200-species sanctuary near Haneda. A complete photo guide to birding, observation huts, and access tips for photographers.

Capture racing clouds with a 15-stop ND filter. Explore this long exposure of Tokyo’s Rainbow Bridge and the journey from self-doubt to artistic growth.
Discover the best spots for long exposure photography at Tokyo Gate Bridge. Learn why Wakasu Seaside Park is ideal for tripod setups and sunset views, even on cloudy days.
It can be hard to find Tokyo photo spots. No one wants to shoot places everyone else has. Here are some solutions.
Is the Lowepro Pro Trekker BP 350 AW II the right camera bag for you? My in-depth review covers its real-world performance, gear capacity, and overall value.

Photograph Akihabara’s illuminated “colossal fantasy fortress” at night! Find this unique spot near Bic Camera, see anime art, & get tips for great long-exposure shots.
Tokyo’s Koishikawa Korakuen offers amazing photography opportunities with its historic bridges, serene pond, & seasonal beauty. Learn more here.
Capture Shinjuku’s LOVE sculpture! Get photography tips for this Tokyo landmark, learn a romantic urban legend, and make it your next photo spot.

Visit Kyu-Iwasaki Gardens, Tokyo. See Josiah Conder’s Western mansion blending Jacobean style, Kinkarakawa wallpaper & Islamic tiles. It’s a unique photo spot.

Discover Tokyo Station’s domed ceilings. We reveal their hidden history, the secrets of Zodiac animals, & photography tips for these architectural marvels.

Have you seen those jaw-dropping, kaleidoscopic photos from Tokyo that seem to defy reality? Chances are, they were taken at the mesmerizing entrance designed by Hiroshi Nakamura to the Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Omokado. Tokyu Plaza isn’t just a shopping center; it’s an architectural marvel and a photographer’s playground. As you ascend the escalator, you’re transported…
Plane spotting at Keihinjima Tsubasa Park, Tokyo. This is my guide to photographing Haneda Airport jets. Pros, cons, and access tips.
New to futsal photography? Follow my journey from the cricket field to the indoor court. Get tips for poor lighting & capturing this exciting sport.

Visit Zojoji Temple: A beautiful & historic Tokyo landmark near Tokyo Tower. Explore its grounds, Tokugawa history, & capture stunning photographs.

Fujinon XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 Review: It’s a fantastic all-around lens, but what are its compromises? Is it right for you? Learn more here.
I’ve often found Tokyo’s architecture to be dominated by concrete, steel, and glass boxes. However, Harajuku is leading a change, with a wave of interesting and innovative designs. Here are ten buildings along or near Omotesando that showcase this architectural evolution. Omotesando Keyaki Building This might be my favorite piece of Harajuku architecture. Concrete and…

Explore Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo. A complete photographer’s guide to cherry blossoms, the Mitama Festival, Yushukan museum & travel tips for visitors.