Shibuya Mikoshi Parade 2025
Experience the Shibuya mikoshi parade for Konno Hachimangu Festival 2025. See the Dogenzaka view and get a unique look at the event.
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Samurai Festival 2024
Capture Tokyo’s Samurai Festival 2024. A photographer’s look at sword fights, Onna-musha, and Sengoku era shows at Ueno Park.
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Photographing the Return of Koenji Awa Odori
Photographing Koenji Awa Odori 2023: Tips for capturing Tokyo’s massive dance festival with 12,000 dancers & 1 million spectators. See photos!
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Shimokitazawa Awa Odori 2023
Shimokitazawa Awa Odori 2023: A photographer’s return after 5 years! See the photos of this lively Tokyo night-time street festival.
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Kameido Tenjin Chrysanthemum Festival 2021
Reviewing the 2021 Kameido Tenjin Chrysanthemum Festival. See why this Tokyo autumn event fell short for photography.
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Bujin-ga: Masayuki Kojo’s Samurai Portraits
Explore the world of Bujin-ga, the traditional Japanese art of samurai portraits. Discover the work of Masayuki Kojo at the historic Kanda Myojin shrine.
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Kameido Tenjin Wisteria Festival 2018
Relive the challenging Kameido Tenjin Wisteria Festival 2018. Adapt your photography and still capture images even when your plan falls apart.
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Kanda Matsuri 2025
A photographer’s first Kanda Matsuri! Learn about this historic Tokyo Shinto festival, its key events, and get practical photo tips for your visit.
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Kameido Tenjin
Step into Kameido Tenjin, the shrine immortalized by Hiroshige! Discover stunning wisteria, drum bridges & Skytree views. A photographer’s delight.
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Kitanomaru Park
A photographer’s guide to historic Kitanomaru Park near Tokyo’s Imperial Palace. Learn the best seasons (cherry blossoms!), what to shoot, & if it’s a must-see.
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Blue Impulse: Shooting the Paralympic Flyover in Tokyo
See Japan’s Blue Impulse aerobatic team fly for the Tokyo Paralympics! Photos & insights into photographing the Kawasaki T-4s despite challenges.
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Rikugien Gardens Light-Up (2026)
Get 8 insider tips for the 2026 Rikugien Gardens autumn light-up! Learn the best photo spots, how to avoid the crowds, and have a truly magical night in Tokyo.
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5 Million Red Spider Lilies in Saitama
Photographing red spider lilies at Kinchakuda Park? Get tips on how to get there, dealing with the crowds, & see the photos from Saitama.
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Mitama Festival 2025
A photographer’s experience at Mitama Festival 2025. Learn how to capture stunning shots of the mikoshi and 30,000 lanterns at night. Pro tips & FAQ inside!
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Hatoyama Hall
Discover Tokyo’s Hatoyama Hall (Otowa Palace): a Taisho-era mansion. Explore its history, stained glass, garden & a Prime Minister’s family legacy.
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Red Spider Lily: Japan’s Iconic Afterlife Flower
Why is the red spider lily called Japan’s “flower of death”? The answer is only half the story. Explore its true meaning, myths, & symbolism of rebirth.
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Photographing Hakozaki Junction
Learn how to photograph Tokyo’s ‘Kraken.’ This guide gives the location, gear, and camera settings to capture epic light trails at Hakozaki Junction.
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Koishikawa Korakuen Plum Blossoms 2019
Plum blossoms 2019 at Koishikawa Korakuen. This photo archive covers lighting, Fujifilm gear, and tips for shooting in this historic Tokyo garden that year.
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Kiyosumi Gardens
Kiyosumi Gardens: Photograph history & beauty in Tokyo. Explore the pond, Ryotei teahouse, seasonal flowers & wildlife at this serene park.
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Japan U-19 National Cricket Academy Trials 2021
Exclusive photos from the Japan U-19 National Academy Squad 2021 trials. See future cricket stars in action and get insights into sports photography.
