The Photographer’s Guide to Tokyo’s Historic Cemeteries Do you know the word, taphophile? It means individuals who have an appreciation for cemeteries, gravestones, and the art, culture, and stories they represent. Another word to describe them is tombstone tourist, which seems less confronting. If you are one of those, Tokyo is one of the best…
Aoyama Cemetery Cherry Blossoms: 2022 Report & Photo Tips Every spring, Tokyo transforms into a canvas of pink, and few places are as atmospheric as Aoyama Cemetery. While it might seem unusual to visit a graveyard for sightseeing, this location offers some of the most stunning photo opportunities in the city. In 2022, I grabbed…
Photographing Tokyo’s Cherry Blossom During the Pandemic 2020 was a difficult year, largely due to the hardship caused by the coronavirus. While it didn’t cause me any true difficulties, it completely ruined my flower photography schedule, as I tried to avoid going out as much as possible. However, I was determined to get some good…
Aoyama Cemetery Cherry Blossoms: 2018 Photo Gallery I found myself back with the Aoyama Cemetery cherry blossoms in 2018. While I had hoped for a sunny day, the clouds had other plans. Still, the beauty of the sakura trees has a way of making you forget everything else, and I had a wonderful time. Photographing…
Thomas Baty: Grave of a British Traitor Thomas Baty (1869–1954) was a prominent British legal scholar and advisor to the Japanese Foreign Ministry who became a controversial figure for remaining in Japan during World War II. He was accused of being a ‘British traitor’. His grave is uniquely located in the Japanese section of Tokyo’s…
My favorite cherry blossom spot is Aoyama cemetery Aoyama Cemetery is widely considered one of Tokyo’s premier cherry blossom spots, famous for its 800-meter ‘Sakura Avenue’ that creates a breathtaking tunnel of pink petals. Located in the Minato district, it offers a peaceful, scenic hanami experience that is less crowded than Ueno Park, making it…
Aoyama Cemetery Photo Guide Aoyama Cemetery is Tokyo’s oldest public burial ground, located in the heart of Minato City. It is a premier destination for history buffs visiting the graves of icons like Hachiko, and for photographers capturing the famous ‘sakura tunnel.’ This guide explores the cemetery’s unique architecture, notable residents, and seasonal cherry blossom…