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  • Godzilla head sculpture with sharp teeth and claws atop a Shinjuku building under a bright blue sky.
    Art/Culture

    Shinjuku Godzilla Head

    ByRohan Gillett August 4, 2026August 5, 2026

    Visiting Tokyo? Discover the Shinjuku Godzilla head statue. Get tips for photographing the King of Monsters atop the Toho Building.

  • 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, 2026August 5, 2026

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

  • 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, 2026July 31, 2026

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

  • People cross a busy street beneath the iconic red neon Kabukicho gate in Shinjuku at night.
    Urban & Architecture

    Shinjuku at Night

    ByRohan Gillett June 22, 2026August 4, 2026

    Capture the neon glow of Shinjuku at night. See Kabukicho and Omoide Yokocho through a photographer’s lens. A few memories about the area from over the years.

  • Long exposure light trails streak through a busy Shinjuku intersection below the iconic Sompo Japan building at night.
    Photo Guides

    The Sompo Japan Building

    ByRohan Gillett June 16, 2026August 4, 2026

    My ultimate guide to photographing Tokyo’s Sompo Japan Building. Here is the photo spot, camera settings, with processing tips for great light trails.

  • 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, 2026August 4, 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.

  • Low-angle view of the Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower's white lattice and curved glass facade against a soft, cloudy sky.
    Urban & Architecture

    Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower

    ByRohan Gillett May 29, 2026August 5, 2026

    Photograph the Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower in Shinjuku. A guide for photographers exploring Tokyo’s most unique skyscraper and modern design.

  • 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, 2026July 28, 2026

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

  • Large red LOVE sculpture centered in a city plaza, framed by leafy trees and tall modern buildings.
    Art/Culture | Photo Guides

    Love in Shinjuku: A Guide to a Romantic Landmark

    ByRohan Gillett April 6, 2026August 4, 2026

    Capture Shinjuku’s LOVE sculpture! Get photography tips for this Tokyo landmark, learn a romantic urban legend, and make it your next photo spot.

  • Low-angle view of a seated bronze Jizo statue with a black hat and red bib, framed by urban buildings and leafy trees.
    Temples & Shrines

    Shinjuku’s Giant Jizo

    ByRohan Gillett March 8, 2026August 4, 2026

    Discover Taisoji Temple’s giant Jizo statue, often mistaken for a Buddha, near Shinjuku. Learn the history of Tokyo’s Six Great Jizo statues.

  • Three black taxis wait at a crosswalk on a brightly lit Tokyo street at night, surrounded by glowing neon signs.
    Urban & Architecture

    The Shinjuku Taxi

    ByRohan Gillett March 7, 2026July 29, 2026

    In Shinjuku, thousands of taxis weave threads of light through the night. Discover why these vehicles are the lifeblood of Tokyo in this photography essay.

  • Delicate pink cherry blossoms frame a tall, modern skyscraper under a clear blue sky in Tokyo.
    Spring | Tokyo Seasons

    Shinjuku Gyoen Cherry Blossoms 2017

    ByRohan Gillett March 6, 2026July 29, 2026

    Shinjuku Gyoen cherry blossoms 2017: View photos of beautiful sakura against city skyscrapers. A memorable hanami in Tokyo.

  • A white ogiku chrysanthemum with other blurred behind it.
    Autumn | Photo Guides

    Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemums 2024

    ByRohan Gillett February 23, 2026July 30, 2026

    Canon EOS R5 field test at the 2024 Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemums. See how its AF and AWB got beautiful photos in challenging conditions!

  • A full display case of Hina dolls.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Keio Plaza Hotel Hinamatsuri 2017

    ByRohan Gillett February 22, 2026August 4, 2026

    Discover the Shinjuku Keio Plaza Hotel’s incredible Hinamatsuri 2017 Hina doll display. Thousands of dolls created a kaleidoscope of color – view the photos!

  • Snow-capped Mount Fuji towers over a hazy blue mountain range and a sprawling urban landscape under a soft sky.
    Photo Guides

    Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observatory

    ByRohan Gillett February 15, 2026August 4, 2026

    Discover Tokyo’s best free observatory! Get stunning city views, Mt. Fuji sights & photo tips from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku.

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