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  • 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.

  • Glowing stone bridge and white turret shine during the Imperial Palace winter illumination, reflecting in the dark water.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Winter

    Tokyo Imperial Palace Winter Illumination Photos

    ByRohan Gillett June 18, 2026July 28, 2026

    See the Tokyo Imperial Palace winter illumination through my lens. Here are the gates and keeps on one early evening and why you need a tripod for this shoot.

  • Soft Inokashira Park cherry blossoms frame a tranquil pond with a blurred red shrine and bridge in the background.
    Gardens & Parks | Spring

    Inokashira Park Cherry Blossoms 2022

    ByRohan Gillett June 11, 2026August 6, 2026

    Explore Inokashira Park cherry blossoms through a photographer’s lens. Learn technical tips for backlighting and how to manage crowds during Tokyo sakura season.

  • People picnic under Shinjuku Gyoen cherry blossoms 2023, framed by the Cocoon Tower and Shinjuku skyline.
    Spring | Gardens & Parks

    Shinjuku Gyoen Cherry Blossoms 2023

    ByRohan Gillett June 8, 2026September 10, 2026

    Shinjuku Gyoen cherry blossoms 2023 review & photos. A look back at the beautiful Sakura in Tokyo’s famous park during a crowded weekday visit.

  • 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.

  • 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 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Winter | Gardens & Parks

    Improving Flower Photos on a Cloudy Day

    ByRohan Gillett April 27, 2026September 11, 2026

    Cloudy day flowers at Hanegi Park? Don’t despair! Discover the flash photography secrets that made my 2024 plum blossom photos pop with life and color.

  • Dewdrops on a pink-tipped cream rose at Kyu-Furukawa Gardens Autumn Rose Festival 2021.
    Gardens & Parks | Spring

    Kyu-Furukawa Gardens Autumn Rose Festival 2021

    ByRohan Gillett April 20, 2026September 11, 2026

    Photographing the Kyu-Furukawa Gardens Autumn Rose Festival 2021! Discover beautiful roses in Tokyo, on an overcast day, with surprisingly few crowds.

  • Stone torii gate and lanterns framed by cherry blossoms in a cemetery, with modern city skyscrapers in the distance.
    Cemeteries & Tombs | Spring

    Aoyama Cemetery Cherry Blossoms 2022

    ByRohan Gillett April 19, 2026September 11, 2026

    Capture Aoyama Cemetery cherry blossoms! This Tokyo photo guide reveals the iconic ‘Cherry Blossom Road’ & tips for your best sakura shots.

  • Close-up of a round purple hydrangea bloom with a shallow depth of field and soft, natural lighting.
    Temples & Shrines | Summer

    Myohoji Hydrangeas 2017

    ByRohan Gillett April 17, 2026September 10, 2026

    Photographing late-season hydrangeas (ajisai) at Myōhōji Temple, Suginami, Tokyo. A 2017 look at the gardens, featuring photography tips & technical thoughts.

  • A massive cherry blossom tree at Shinjuku Gyoen in full bloom with pale pink flowers against a clear blue sky.
    Gardens & Parks | Spring

    Shinjuku Gyoen 2018 Cherry Blossoms

    ByRohan Gillett April 15, 2026September 10, 2026

    See the beautiful Shinjuku Gyoen Cherry Blossoms 2018. Captured with a Fujifilm X-T2 to document the magic of this spring spectacle.

  • 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.

  • Close-up of a red spider lily at Nogwa Park, its spindly petals sharp against a soft field of blurred green and red.
    Gardens & Parks | Tokyo Seasons

    Nogawa Park Photo Guide

    ByRohan Gillett April 13, 2026September 10, 2026

    Nogawa Park, Tokyo: A seasonal delight for flower photographers. Capture spider lilies, cherry blossoms & autumn colors. Learn when to visit!

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