Supercars at Ginkgo Avenue
Capturing supercars at Tokyo’s Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue. See why yellow ginkgo trees provided the perfect background for autumn photography.
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Kanda Myojin Photo Guide
Discover Kanda Myojin: Tokyo’s 1300-year-old shrine famed for business gods, architecture, & the massive Kanda Matsuri. Find it near Akihabara.
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Shinjuku at Night
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.
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Tokyo Rainbow Bridge: 2020 Pandemic Lighting
See rare photos of the 2020 Tokyo Rainbow Bridge alert colors. Learn about the blue and red lighting and the best Odaiba photography spots.
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Hikawa Maru
Board Yokohama’s Hikawa Maru. Uncover its rich history, from a Pacific liner (Charlie Chaplin sailed on it) to a WWII hospital ship. A must-see museum.
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Remembering the Laser Beam View of Tokyo Skytree
Remembering the Azumabashi Overpass, a classic spot for photographing Tokyo Skytree. A look back at how the iconic ‘laser beams’ style photo was created.
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Why Does Japan Have Two Religions?
Ever wonder why Japan has two religions? Learn how Shinto and Buddhism coexist and the difference between shrines and temples.
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Tokyo Imperial Palace Winter Illumination Photos
See the Tokyo Imperial Palace winter illumination through my lens. Here are the gates and keeps on one early evening and why you need a tripod for this shoot.
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Dango
Learn all about Dango is an affordable, traditional Japanese treat. Find buying tips (supermarkets vs stalls), variations, and why you might try it with coffee.
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The Sompo Japan Building
My ultimate guide to photographing Tokyo’s Sompo Japan Building. Here is the photo spot, camera settings, with processing tips for great light trails.
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Tokyo City View
Master Tokyo City View photography with tips on gear, reflections, and the best time to visit. Learn why the Sky Deck is closed and how to frame Tokyo Tower.
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Zojoji Tanabata Festival 2022
Zojoji Tanabata Festival 2022 photos! See 3700 candles light up the temple like the Milky Way, with Tokyo Tower. A stunning Star Festival sight.
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2026 Keyakizaka Christmas
Capturing the Keyakizaka Christmas Lights in 2026? Use this guide to find the 3 photo spots for Tokyo Tower views. Updated with 2026 dates and crowd tips.
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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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Inokashira Park Cherry Blossoms 2022
Explore Inokashira Park cherry blossoms through a photographer’s lens. Learn technical tips for backlighting and how to manage crowds during Tokyo sakura season.
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Memorial Battleship Mikasa in Photos
Tour the memorial warship Mikasa, Japan’s pre-dreadnought battleship & museum in Yokosuka, near Tokyo. Learn about her role in the Russo-Japanese War.
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Ginko Ogino and Her Grave
Visit the grave of Ginko Ogino, Japan’s 1st licensed female physician of Western medicine at Zoshigaya Cemetery, great for Tokyo history & photography.
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Shinjuku Gyoen Cherry Blossoms 2023
Shinjuku Gyoen cherry blossoms 2023 review & photos. A look back at the beautiful Sakura in Tokyo’s famous park during a crowded weekday visit.
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Inui Street Autumn Walk 2026
Inui Street: Your golden ticket to Autumn Walk 2026 at the Imperial Palace. See fall colors, Fujimi Keep, and learn about this unique event.
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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.
