Uonami Light Trails
Get Blade Runner vibes photographing Uonami’s neon signs in Shiinamachi, Tokyo. A unique spot for night shots & light trails.
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Koenji Awa Odori 2025
Photographing Koenji Awa Odori 2025 from a new perspective. See how switching from Konan Street to the shotengai arcade creates intimate, high energy dance shots.
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Caretta Shiodome Sky View
Discover Caretta Shiodome Sky View, a free 46th-floor space offering Tokyo Bay vistas perfect for night cityscapes of Rainbow Bridge and Odaiba.
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Does Tokyo Look Like Coruscant?
Does Tokyo look like Coruscant? Discover amazing panoramic views from I-Link Tower and judge the Star Wars comparison yourself. Photos included.
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Mitama Festival 2017
Step into the glow of 30,000 lanterns at Yasukuni Shrine’s Mitama Festival 2017. A firsthand, showing Mikoshi parades & night photography tips.
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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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The Colossal Fantasy Fortress of Akihabara
Photograph Akihabara’s illuminated “colossal fantasy fortress” at night! Find this unique spot near Bic Camera, see anime art, & get tips for great long-exposure shots.
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Rikugien Gardens Photo Guide
Discover Rikugien Gardens, a top Tokyo photo spot. Plan your visit to shoot historic beauty and autumn lights in a park created in Japan’s Edo period.
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Mitama Festival 2016
Step into a sea of light at Yasukuni Shrine 2016. Discover the magic of the Mitama Festival, featuring 30,000 lanterns and powerful mikoshi parades.
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How to Take Long-Exposure Photographs
Create colourful light trails in your night photos! Our beginner’s guide to long-exposure photographs explains the gear and camera settings you need.
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Shibuya Halloween 2017
Relive the chaos of Shibuya Halloween 2017. View our exclusive photo gallery of Mario Karts, Minions, and undead nurses taking over Shibuya Crossing.
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Asakusa Kaminarimon Bon Odori 2026
A guide to Kaminarimon Bon Odori in Asakusa! Get tips for 2026, see photos of the traditional dance, & learn how to shoot this memorable Tokyo cultural event.
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Shibuya Halloween 2017: A Party That Grew Too Big
Look back at Shibuya Halloween 2017, the legendary street party that became too big. Explore the costumes, crowds, and unique social buzz of a now-bygone era.
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The Shinjuku Taxi
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.
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Shibuya Halloween 2016
Meta Description: Discover Shibuya Halloween 2016! A first-timer’s look at the huge crowds, incredible costumes & friendly atmosphere at Japan’s famous street party.
