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  • A Daruma face on a floral mound at the Yushima Tenjin Chrysanthemum Festival, framed by yellow and white flowers.
    Autumn | Temples & Shrines

    Yushima Tenjin Chrysanthemum Exhibit 2018

    ByRohan Gillett August 28, 2026September 6, 2026

    Yushima Tenjin Chrysanthemum Exhibit 2018: A look at a Tokyo flower festival. See photos captured with Fujifilm gear & discover a great photo spot.

  • Close-up of a purple incurved chrysanthemum with thick, curled petals for chrysanthemum photography.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Shinjuku Gyoen 2022 Chrysanthemum Festival

    ByRohan Gillett August 3, 2026September 8, 2026

    Chrysanthemum photography at Shinjuku Gyoen in 2022. See the Ozukuri domes, Ogiku, and Kengai flowers that park is famous for.

  • Large yellow globular chrysanthemum on display at the Hibiya Park Chrysanthemum Festival 2025.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Hibiya Park Chrysanthemum Festival 2025

    ByRohan Gillett July 22, 2026September 10, 2026

    Here are the flowers from Hibiya Park Chrysanthemum Festival 2025. My story covers the displays & what to expect at Tokyo’s famous flower show.

  • Sunlit salmon chrysanthemum among white and yellow blooms at Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Festival 2020.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Festival 2020

    ByRohan Gillett July 19, 2026September 6, 2026

    A photographer’s view of Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Festival 2020. Explore gorgeous kengai, ozukuri, and other Japanese mums.

  • Glowing red maple tree and crowds of people at the Rikugien Gardens Autumn Illumination at dusk.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Rikugien Gardens Autumn Illumination 2016

    ByRohan Gillett July 18, 2026September 10, 2026

    See Rikugien Garden’s autumn illumination in 2016. Tips for low light photography and managing crowds

  • Tall chrysanthemum tower at the Kameido Tenjin Chrysanthemum Festival surrounded by garden displays and visitors.
    Autumn | Tokyo Events & Activities

    Kameido Tenjin Chrysanthemum Festival 2021

    ByRohan Gillett July 2, 2026August 5, 2026

    Reviewing the 2021 Kameido Tenjin Chrysanthemum Festival. See why this Tokyo autumn event fell short for photography.

  • A gnarled pine tree with glowing red-brown branches and green needles illuminated against a dark night sky.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Rikugien Gardens Light-Up (2026)

    ByRohan Gillett June 28, 2026September 9, 2026

    Get 8 insider tips for the 2026 Rikugien Gardens autumn light-up! Learn the best photo spots, how to avoid the crowds, and have a truly magical night in Tokyo.

  • A single red spider lily in sharp focus, showcasing its unique spindly petals against a soft, blurred background.
    Autumn

    Red Spider Lily: Japan’s Iconic Afterlife Flower

    ByRohan Gillett June 26, 2026September 3, 2026

    Why is the red spider lily called Japan’s “flower of death”? The answer is only half the story. Explore its true meaning, myths, & symbolism of rebirth.

  • Yellow Ferrari parked along a street lined with golden ginkgo trees in peak autumn color.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Supercars at Ginkgo Avenue

    ByRohan Gillett June 23, 2026September 3, 2026

    Capturing supercars at Tokyo’s Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue. See why yellow ginkgo trees provided the perfect background for autumn photography.

  • Red maple leaves frame a traditional Japanese castle turret, contrasting with modern skyscrapers in the background.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Autumn

    Inui Street Autumn Walk 2026

    ByRohan Gillett June 7, 2026September 1, 2026

    Inui Street: Your golden ticket to Autumn Walk 2026 at the Imperial Palace. See fall colors, Fujimi Keep, and learn about this unique event.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemums 2021: Close-up of large purple, white, and yellow blooms in neat rows at the exhibition.
    Autumn | Gardens & Parks

    Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition 2021

    ByRohan Gillett May 20, 2026August 5, 2026

    A perfect autumn day at the Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemums 2021. View my photo gallery and discover a fascinating horticultural secret.

  • A large, dome-shaped display of yellow chrysanthemums, captured with a polarizing filter.
    Gardens & Parks | Autumn

    Why My Polarizing Filter Failed at Shinjuku Gyoen

    ByRohan Gillett May 7, 2026July 28, 2026

    Polarizing filters don’t always work! Learn why with photos of Shinjuku Gyoen’s beautiful chrysanthemums. A Tokyo flower photography lesson.

  • Yellow chrysanthemums in a wooden planter at the Hibiya Park Chrysanthemum Exhibition 2019, with blurred visitors.
    Autumn | Gardens & Parks

    Hibiya Park Chrysanthemum Exhibition 2019

    ByRohan Gillett April 28, 2026August 26, 2026

    See photos of the Hibiya Park Chrysanthemum Exhibition 2019. A look at rare bonsai flowers and autumn blooms in central Tokyo.

  • Close-up of a yellow chrysanthemum with a domed center at the 2018 Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemums exhibition.
    Gardens & Parks | Autumn

    Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemums 2018

    ByRohan Gillett April 14, 2026September 10, 2026

    A look at Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemums 2018. Learn how to capture images, even with crowds, and discover the imperial flowers.

  • People walk under golden autumn leaves at Meiji Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue, featuring a woman in a yellow coat.
    Tokyo Seasons | Autumn

    Meiji Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue Photography Tips

    ByRohan Gillett March 22, 2026September 8, 2026

    Discover Meiji Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue, Tokyo’s iconic autumn spectacle. Photograph stunning yellow ginkgo leaves & get photo tips for your visit.

  • Close-up of a large, pale pink chrysanthemum with curled petals, surrounded by yellow and white blooms against a dark background.
    Autumn | Tokyo Seasons

    Zenyoji Temple Chrysanthemums 2021

    ByRohan Gillett March 11, 2026August 28, 2026

    A 2021 photographic study of Japanese Chrysanthemums (Kiku) at Zenyoji Temple. 11 high-quality floral portraits captured with the Fujifilm X-T3.

  • Tokyo Metropolitan Memorial Hall with a green tiled roof, white stone lions, and yellow ginkgo trees under a blue sky.
    Photo Guides | Autumn

    Tokyo Metropolitan Memorial Hall

    ByRohan Gillett March 9, 2026September 9, 2026

    Capture the history of the 1923 quake & 1945 bombings. A photographer’s guide to Tokyo Metropolitan Memorial Hall, the visitor experience & autumn ginkgos.

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