Kameido Tenjin Wisteria Festival 2021
Photographing the Kameido Tenjin wisteria in 2021 at sunset with views of Tokyo Skytree. Essential tips for photographers.
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San-no-Tori 2020
Discover San-no-Tori 2020 at Shinjuku’s Hanazono Shrine. See photos of lucky kumade, the festival atmosphere, & learn about this Japanese event.
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Nebuta at Yasukuni Shrine
See a Nebuta float and the famous Yasukuni lanterns at the Mitama Festival 2026. It was one of my highlights of the 2026 Tokyo summer.
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Tokyo Mitama Festival 2026
Photography from the 2026 Mitama Festival in Tokyo. Images of 30,000 lanterns, mikoshi, and wadaiko performances at Yasukuni Shrine.
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Fujifilm XF 10-24mm at Mitama Festival 2018
Return to the Mitama Festival 2018 with the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm. See how a wide-angle lens handled the low-light challenges of that matsuri at Yasukuni Shrine.
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Zojoji Tanabata 2026
A photography review of Zojoji Tanabata 2026. It was a night of challenges shooting the Milky Way candles at Tokyo’s premier temple.
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Shibuya Mikoshi Parade 2025
Experience the Shibuya mikoshi parade for Konno Hachimangu Festival 2025. See the Dogenzaka view and get a unique look at the event.
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The Kurayami Festival
Experience the Kurayami Matsuri at Okunitama Shrine. Learn about the Hyottoko dancers, the Shishimai lion dance, and tips for low-light festival photography.
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Sanja Festival: A Photography Guide for 2027
Photograph Tokyo’s Sanja Festival! Discover key events, best photo spots, and essential tips to capture the mikoshi & unique culture.
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Yasukuni Shrine
Explore Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo. A complete photographer’s guide to cherry blossoms, the Mitama Festival, Yushukan museum & travel tips for visitors.
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Keio Plaza Hotel Hinamatsuri 2017
Discover the Shinjuku Keio Plaza Hotel’s incredible Hinamatsuri 2017 Hina doll display. Thousands of dolls created a kaleidoscope of color – view the photos!
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My First Hachioji Matsuri (2025)
Dive into the Hachioji Matsuri! A first-timer’s guide to epic dashi float battles, thundering taiko drums, and huge crowds. It’s a huge Tokyo cultural event.
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Sanja Matsuri 2017
Experience Asakusa’s Sanja Matsuri 2017: It was a sea of color, energy & tradition. Discover golden mikoshi & massive crowds at this iconic Tokyo event.
