As a Klook and Viator Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you. [Disclosure 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…
Explore Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo. A complete photographer’s guide to cherry blossoms, the Mitama Festival, Yushukan museum & travel tips for visitors.
Discover the Hachitama Observatory for capturing unique skyline photos! Enjoy Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, and more from this Odaiba viewpoint.
Looking for fun Tokyo photo spots? Find King Kong in Sangenjaya, 5 min from the station! This quirky statue above a Family Mart is a must-see.
Explore Nezu Shrine in Tokyo. A photographer’s guide to the famed Azalea Festival, vermilion torii gates, and authentic Edo architecture.
Plane spotting at Haneda Airport’s Terminal 3 observation deck. Find tips on lenses, dealing with fences, best times & what planes to expect.
Discover Toyokawa Inari Tokyo Betsuin, a temple famous for its thousand fox statues! A unique and fun photo spot in Akasaka, Tokyo. See the fox guardians.
Relive my first professional model shoot! Learn how I found a model, prepped (nervously!), & what this experience taught me as a photographer.
Discover Kyowa Bridge, Haneda Airport’s ultimate plane spotting location. Get close-up photos with our guide to directions, camera gear, & times.
Capture the history of the 1923 quake & 1945 bombings. A photographer’s guide to Tokyo Metropolitan Memorial Hall, the visitor experience & autumn ginkgos.
Step off the tourist path into a real Tokyo neighborhood. See through a local’s eyes & photos to discover quiet Takaido-Higashi. It’s a great place to live.
In Shinjuku, thousands of taxis weave threads of light through the night. Discover why these vehicles are the lifeblood of Tokyo in this photography essay.
Discover Tokyo Big Sight’s iconic conference tower, an architectural beacon & must-see photo spot. View B&W photos of this Tokyo landmark.
Explore Hie Shrine in Akasaka. Photograph the famous red torii gates and monkey messengers, ride the outdoor escalator, and learn about the Sanno Festival.
Go back in time at Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum. Photograph preserved Japanese buildings, from an Edo mausoleum to historic homes.
Photograph the iconic Sensoji Temple! Explore Kaminarimon, discover top photo spots & tips for visiting the Sanja Festival.
Photograph beautiful flowers & unique “towers and flowers” views at Hibiya Park, Tokyo. A serene escape with great photo spots.
Discover the creative wonders of Design Festa Summer + Gakuten 2016! Explore a visual diary of art, handcrafted treasures, & performances from Tokyo Big Sight.
Discover Tokyo International Forum, a stunning architectural gem by Rafael Viñoly. See photos & tips for capturing its unique ship/whale-like design.
Inokashira Park: Your Tokyo photo escape! Discover beautiful flowers, wildlife, ponds & Benzaiten Temple. Perfect for birding, nature, culture & photography.