A Photographer’s Guide to the Sompo Japan Building The Sompo Japan Building is a top Tokyo photography spot in Shinjuku, famous for its unique curved architecture. From the New City Pedestrian Bridge, photographers can capture long-exposure light trails that flow around its base. This guide covers the exact camera settings, gear, and locations needed to…
Uonami Light Trails Photo Guide Uonami in Shiinamachi is a premier spot for Tokyo night photography, famous for its layered neon signs and Showa era architecture. By using long exposure techniques and photo stacking, photographers can capture cinematic light trails that mirror the futuristic aesthetic of films like Blade Runner. As an Amazon Associate I…
15-Stop ND Long Exposure of Rainbow Bridge: Clouds & Doubt A 15-stop ND filter is an extreme neutral density filter used to achieve long exposures in bright conditions. By blocking significant light, it allows for shutter speeds exceeding four minutes, which blurs racing clouds and water into a minimalist aesthetic, as demonstrated in this 257-second…
Tokyo Gate Bridge: Long Exposures on a Cloudy Evening Tokyo Gate Bridge is an iconic spot for long exposure photography, known for its unique “Double Diamond” structure. The best vantage points are found along the eastern shore at Wakasu Seaside Park. Despite cloudy weather, photographers can capture stunning images by utilizing the bridge’s night-time illumination…
The Colossal Fantasy Fortress of Akihabara In neon-lit Tokyo, long-exposure photography is very popular. If you want to learn how the technique is done, read [How to Take Long-Exposure Photographs: A Beginner’s Guide]. But you can read on now and see how I applied it in this article. Surrounded by maids and cosplayers, Akihabara’s colossal…
How to Take Long-Exposure Photographs: A Beginner’s Guide Have you ever wondered how photographers capture stunning, colorful light trails in night cityscapes? The technique is called long-exposure photography. This guide will teach you how to make your own by looking at the gear and camera settings you need. Long-exposure photography camera gear First, stability is…
Daiba Park: A Secret Spot for Perfect Rainbow Bridge Photos Situated on a small island, Daiba Park is a perfect, yet often overlooked, spot for photographing the iconic Rainbow Bridge. While it may not be as famous as other Tokyo viewpoints, its relative obscurity means fewer crowds. With this photo guide, I hope to show…