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  • Pink and blue hydrangea blossoms with raindrops on green leaves at a hydrangea festival.
    Tokyo Seasons

    Hakusan Shrine Hydrangea Festival 2017

    ByRohan Gillett March 5, 2026September 2, 2026

    Discover Tokyo’s Hakusan Shrine Hydrangea Festival 2017! See 3000 vibrant blooms & learn why cloudy days can be perfect for flower photography.

  • Traditional wooden Japanese house with large grid windows, framed by a vibrant orange maple and lush green garden.
    Urban & Architecture

    Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

    ByRohan Gillett March 4, 2026September 3, 2026

    Go back in time at Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum. Photograph preserved Japanese buildings, from an Edo mausoleum to historic homes.

  • A samurai reenactor holds a katana above his head during the Kachiya Matsuri samurai parade.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Tokyo’s 1000-Year-Old Samurai Parade

    ByRohan Gillett March 4, 2026August 20, 2026

    Photograph Tokyo’s historic Samurai Parade! Learn about the Heian reenactment at Kameido Katori Shrine, its history, and tips for capturing the event.

  • Sensoji Temple's red architecture and peaked roof set against a dramatic sunset sky with orange and blue clouds.
    Temples & Shrines | Photo Guides

    Sensoji Temple Photography Guide

    ByRohan Gillett March 3, 2026September 10, 2026

    Photograph the iconic Sensoji Temple! Explore Kaminarimon, discover top photo spots & tips for visiting the Sanja Festival.

  • Spring | Gardens & Parks

    Inokashira Park Cherry Blossoms 2017

    ByRohan Gillett March 3, 2026September 1, 2026

    The Inokashira Park cherry blossoms at their peak! Explore photos from a 2017 spring day in Tokyo, capturing perfect light & full bloom by the pond.

  • A Nissan Fairlady Z indoors under a spotlight.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Car Shows

    Tokyo Motor Show 2019

    ByRohan Gillett March 2, 2026September 1, 2026

    Tokyo Motor Show 2019: Explore stunning cars, bikes, & concepts. Learn about changes, top exhibits like Nissan & Lexus, and the new Aomi venue.

  • The Hibiya library building.
    Photo Guides | Gardens & Parks | Tokyo Seasons

    Hibiya Park Photography Guide

    ByRohan Gillett March 2, 2026September 8, 2026

    Photograph beautiful flowers & unique “towers and flowers” views at Hibiya Park, Tokyo. A serene escape with great photo spots.

  • A Japanese woman with paint splashed over her face smiles at the camera.
    Art/Culture | Photo Guides

    Design Festa Summer + Gakuten 2016

    ByRohan Gillett March 2, 2026September 1, 2026

    Discover the creative wonders of Design Festa Summer + Gakuten 2016! Explore a visual diary of art, handcrafted treasures, & performances from Tokyo Big Sight.

  • Modern glass atrium of the Tokyo International Forum featuring a ribbed hull-shaped ceiling and intricate walkways.
    Photo Guides | Urban & Architecture

    Tokyo International Forum: Photography Guide

    ByRohan Gillett March 1, 2026September 1, 2026

    Discover Tokyo International Forum, a stunning architectural gem by Rafael Viñoly. See photos & tips for capturing its unique ship/whale-like design.

  • Swan and row boats on Inokashira Park pond with cherry blossoms in full bloom.
    Photo Guides | Gardens & Parks | Tokyo Seasons

    Inokashira Park Photo Guide

    ByRohan Gillett March 1, 2026September 5, 2026

    Inokashira Park: Your Tokyo photo escape! Discover beautiful flowers, wildlife, ponds & Benzaiten Temple. Perfect for birding, nature, culture & photography.

  • People walk under cherry blossoms in full bloom at Shinjuku Gyoen.
    Spring | Photo Guides

    Shinjuku Gyoen Is the Best Cherry Blossom Spot

    ByRohan Gillett March 1, 2026September 8, 2026

    Shinjuku Gyoen might be the best cherry blossom spot in Tokyo. With over 1,000 trees, peaceful vibes, and perfect photo ops, it’s a must-visit.

  • A snow-capped Mount Fuji sits above the Tokyo concrete jungle.
    Photo Guides

    Azabudai Hills

    ByRohan Gillett March 1, 2026August 29, 2026

    Photograph Tokyo from Azabudai Hills! Get tips for capturing Tokyo Tower & Mt. Fuji from this observation deck. Firsthand review & insights.

  • Stone grave of Hideki Tojo with a carved wheel emblem, pebble mound, and tall headstone in a Japanese cemetery.
    Cemeteries & Tombs | Photo Guides

    Hideki Tojo’s Grave

    ByRohan Gillett February 28, 2026September 6, 2026

    Discover Hideki Tojo’s grave at Zoshigaya Cemetery. Explore the history and photos of this controversial WW2 Japanese leader’s cenotaph.

  • Looking up at the belly of the Maman spider with the Roppongi Hills skyscraper behind.
    Art/Culture

    Roppongi Hills’ Maman Spider

    ByRohan Gillett February 28, 2026August 23, 2026

    Marvel or shudder? Capture Louise Bourgeois’s Maman spider sculpture at Roppongi Hills. Get photo tips for the perfect shot of this Tokyo landmark.

  • The Genroku Daibutsu sits atop a pedestal in a prayer pose against a blue sky.
    Temples & Shrines

    Tennoji Temple Big Buddha

    ByRohan Gillett February 28, 2026August 25, 2026

    Tennoji Temple’s Big Buddha, is an oasis in Tokyo’s Yanaka. More intimate than Kamakura’s famed statue, this masterpiece is picture-perfect.

  • Pan Akimoto PANCAN chocolate cream canned bread centered on a dark, textured background in a studio setting.
    Art/Culture

    Inokashira Park Vending Machine Canned Bread

    ByRohan Gillett February 28, 2026September 8, 2026

    Ever tried canned bread from a Tokyo vending machine? Discover where to find it and what it tastes like. See even stranger items sold alongside it!

  • Close-up of a red spider lily with long, curved stamens against a blurred background of a field of red flowers.
    Autumn

    Red Spider Lilies at Nogawa Park

    ByRohan Gillett February 28, 2026August 30, 2026

    Discover red spider lilies at Nogawa Park! Get photography tips for these autumn blooms in Tokyo’s Nature Observation Garden & learn their story.

  • A women leaves a Shinjuku subway exit onto an empty street at night.
    Urban & Architecture

    Finding a Subway Exit

    ByRohan Gillett February 27, 2026August 22, 2026

    My favorite Shinjuku street photo captures a lonely subway exit at night. See why this stark B&W scene is so evocative & a top Tokyo photo location.

  • Hundreds of marathon runners on a Tokyo street.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Tokyo Marathon 2023: Photographs from the Big Race

    ByRohan Gillett February 27, 2026September 7, 2026

    My experience of photographing the Tokyo Marathon 2023 with a Fujifilm X-T3. Get tips on the best spots, the start line, and capturing this iconic race.

  • Headstone of Akitsuki Itaru with a cross and Japanese text, adorned with yellow and purple flowers in a cemetery.
    Cemeteries & Tombs | Photo Guides

    Zoshigaya Cemetery

    ByRohan Gillett February 27, 2026August 27, 2026

    Visit Zoshigaya Cemetery in Tokyo: a historic site with unique graves of figures like Lafcadio Hearn & Soseki Natsume. A peaceful photo walk.

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