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  • A JASDF F15 on the tarmac at the Iruma Air Base Open Day 2019.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    JASDF Iruma Air Base Open Day 2019

    ByRohan Gillett February 21, 2026September 5, 2026

    Relive JASDF Iruma Air Base Open Day 2019. See incredible military jets like the F-4 & F-15 up close, with jaw-dropping flybys. Photos & insights.

  • People on a dashi at the Hachioji Festival.
    Art/Culture

    My First Hachioji Matsuri (2025)

    ByRohan Gillett February 20, 2026September 8, 2026

    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.

  • Thomas Baty family graves at Aoyama Cemetery, featuring a large grey stone monument and a Celtic cross under a cloudy sky.
    Cemeteries & Tombs | Photo Guides

    Thomas Baty: Aoyama Cemetery’s Transgender Pioneer

    ByRohan Gillett February 20, 2026August 20, 2026

    Uncover the story of Thomas Baty, legal advisor to the Japanese government and transgender pioneer who was branded a traitor and buried in Aoyama Cemetery.

  • Pink plum bonsai with gnarled bark at the Yushima Tenjin Plum Blossom Festival 2026 against a wooden lattice.
    Winter | Temples & Shrines

    Yushima Tenjin Plum Blossom Festival 2026

    ByRohan Gillett February 19, 2026August 27, 2026

    I didn’t let the crowds ruin my shoot. Learn my photography tips and read how I survived the train trip to 2026 Yushima Tenjin Plum Blossom Festival.

  • A white Oliver Racing Honda Monkey 125 at Tokyo Motorcycle Show 2025
    Car Shows

    Tokyo Motorcycle Show 2025

    ByRohan Gillett February 19, 2026August 27, 2026

    See my top finds from Tokyo Motorcycle Show 2025 in this photo gallery. From Honda’s Streetfighter to a geisha on wheels, these are the bikes you can’t miss.

  • A female cosplayer dressed a maid assassin at a gaming event.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Tokyo Game Show 2016

    ByRohan Gillett February 18, 2026September 2, 2026

    Step back into Tokyo Game Show 2016! Discover the games, tech, dazzling cosplay & electric atmosphere. See photos from the event’s final day.

  • A mikoshi rests on a trestle with people taking photos.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Sanja Matsuri 2017

    ByRohan Gillett February 18, 2026September 8, 2026

    Experience Asakusa’s Sanja Matsuri 2017: It was a sea of color, energy & tradition. Discover golden mikoshi & massive crowds at this iconic Tokyo event.

  • Detail of a polished katana tip with a wavy hamon line at the Japanese Sword Museum.
    Art/Culture

    Japanese Sword Museum Photography Guide

    ByRohan Gillett February 17, 2026September 9, 2026

    Discover Tokyo’s Japanese Sword Museum, dedicated to the art of the blade. Learn about hours, prices, photography tips, and what to see in our 2026 guide.

  • Front view of a custom purple Mercury with pinstriped flames and a chrome grille at an indoor car show.
    Car Shows

    Yokohama Custom Hot Rod Show 2019: Prep Day

    ByRohan Gillett February 17, 2026September 6, 2026

    Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Mooneyes Yokohama Custom Hot Rod Show 2019 prep day! See photos of custom cars & bikes being set up.

  • White plum blossoms in Hanegi Park, captured with soft bokeh and a warm glow against a dark background.
    Winter

    Hanegi Park Plum Blossoms 2021

    ByRohan Gillett February 16, 2026August 27, 2026

    Capture the plum blossoms of golden hour Hanegi Park in 2021. See how I used HSS flash to create my photos of these backlit beauties.

  • 12 Visits to Hanegi Park
    Gardens & Parks | Winter

    12 Visits to Hanegi Park

    ByRohan Gillett February 15, 2026August 27, 2026

    I tried hard to master plum blossom photography at Hanegi Park. Read about my struggle to improve my photography skills and why I love HSS flash.

  • 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, 2026September 6, 2026

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

  • A Toyota TS050 hybrid car at Tokyo Motor Show 2017.
    Car Shows

    Tokyo Motor Show 2017

    ByRohan Gillett February 15, 2026September 1, 2026

    A car photographer’s dream at the Tokyo Motor Show 2017. Discover futuristic concepts like Nissan’s iMX and Honda’s AI sports car. See the future of auto tech now!

  • Woman in a floral kimono holding a kitsune mask at the Oji Fox Parade night festival.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Oji Fox Parade

    ByRohan Gillett February 14, 2026September 6, 2026

    Discover Tokyo’s enchanting Oji Fox Parade, a unique New Year’s Eve tradition! See locals in kimonos & fox masks parade from Shozoku Inari Shrine. Photos & origin story.

  • Towering wooden torii gate at Meiji Shrine, framed by lush green forest and a wide gravel path.
    Temples & Shrines | Tokyo Seasons

    Meiji Shrine Photo Guide

    ByRohan Gillett February 14, 2026August 24, 2026

    Step into the serenity of Meiji Shrine. Our essential photography guide reveals the best spots, from the iconic sake barrels to capturing traditional weddings.

  • A traditional archer on horseback prepares to shoot a bow during a yabusame demonstration.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Yabusame at Meiji Shrine Grand Autumn Festival 2023

    ByRohan Gillett February 14, 2026September 10, 2026

    Experience Yabusame at Meiji Shrine’s 2023 Autumn Festival! A thrilling photo diary and guide to a samurai tradition.

  • Bright fireworks explode over a river near a freeway and Tokyo Skytree.
    Tokyo Events & Activities | Summer

    Surviving the Sumida River Fireworks Festival

    ByRohan Gillett February 13, 2026August 24, 2026

    Braved Tokyo’s Sumida River Fireworks crowds (1M people!) for photos. See the 2016 spectacle & my people-shy photographer experience.

  • Full view of the Masakado-kubizuka shrine in Tokyo, showing the stone monument, red banner, and protective frog statues.
    Cemeteries & Tombs

    The Grave of Taira no Masakado

    ByRohan Gillett February 13, 2026September 1, 2026

    Discover the story of Taira no Masakado, a rebel samurai whose grave is a sacred guardian spot for business and fortune in the heart of Tokyo.

  • Woman in skeletal face paint and a friend in a maid costume celebrate Shibuya Halloween under city lights.
    Tokyo Events & Activities

    Shibuya Halloween 2016

    ByRohan Gillett February 12, 2026September 8, 2026

    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.

  • My Favorite Cherry Blossom Spot is Aoyama Cemetery
    Photo Guides | Spring

    My Favorite Cherry Blossom Spot is Aoyama Cemetery

    ByRohan Gillett February 12, 2026August 20, 2026

    Discover Aoyama Cemetery: my favorite cherry blossom spot. Experience beautiful sakura without crowds – a haven for spring photography.

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