Category Archives: Japan
Mt. Takao Photo Contest Winner…
On 8 October 2012, we held a Photo Walk at picturesque Mt. Takao in Tokyo’s west as a fun afternoon out and fundraiser for It’s Not Just Mud, a non-profit volunteer organization based in Ishinomaki that provides disaster relief and
Mt. Takao Photo Contest Winner…
On 8 October 2012, we held a Photo Walk at picturesque Mt. Takao in Tokyo’s west as a fun afternoon out and fundraiser for It’s Not Just Mud, a non-profit volunteer organization based in Ishinomaki that provides disaster relief and
The New Old Tokyo Station…
Train stations are usually just a transport hub, the means to get where we actually want to go. However, the unveiling of the newly-renovated Tokyo Station earlier this month has transformed it from a passing transit into the destination. Covered
The New Old Tokyo Station…
Train stations are usually just a transport hub, the means to get where we actually want to go. However, the unveiling of the newly-renovated Tokyo Station earlier this month has transformed it from a passing transit into the destination. Covered
Spinning in Control…
With its small land mass and large population, Japan has no choice but to be space efficient. Major cities like Tokyo are on the cutting edge of public transportation, but what about all the private vehicles on the road across
Spinning in Control…
With its small land mass and large population, Japan has no choice but to be space efficient. Major cities like Tokyo are on the cutting edge of public transportation, but what about all the private vehicles on the road across
Harajuku Photo Contest Winner…
Thank you very much to everyone who voted in our Tokyo Photo Walk (Harajuku): Photo Contest! The votes are in and you have decided our winner! A big congratulations to Takuto Hayashi who took this winning image from our day
Harajuku Photo Contest Winner…
Thank you very much to everyone who voted in our Tokyo Photo Walk (Harajuku): Photo Contest! The votes are in and you have decided our winner! A big congratulations to Takuto Hayashi who took this winning image from our day
Tokyo Photo Walk: Mt. Takao…
Our next Tokyo Photo Walk is just around the beautiful Autumn corner! Come out and join photographer Hai Huynh on a photo walk through one of Tokyo’s most picturesque, natural locations, Mt. Takao. It will be a great opportunity to
Tokyo Photo Walk: Mt. Takao…
Our next Tokyo Photo Walk is just around the beautiful Autumn corner! Come out and join photographer Hai Huynh on a photo walk through one of Tokyo’s most picturesque, natural locations, Mt. Takao. It will be a great opportunity to
Halloween Party…
As I sit and write this post to you in long-sleeved pajamas listening to the steady pitter patter of rain outside, one thing is for certain: Autumn is here! And with the cool change and colorful transformation that we are
Halloween Party…
As I sit and write this post to you in long-sleeved pajamas listening to the steady pitter patter of rain outside, one thing is for certain: Autumn is here! And with the cool change and colorful transformation that we are
Tokyo Photo Walk (Harajuku): Photo Contest…
On Monday, seven Tokyoites joined us for our first official Photo Walk in trendy Harajuku. Despite the threat of rain, we were blessed with clear skies during our wanderings that took us through the always colorful Yoyogi Park, into the
Tokyo Photo Walk (Harajuku): Photo Contest…
On Monday, seven Tokyoites joined us for our first official Photo Walk in trendy Harajuku. Despite the threat of rain, we were blessed with clear skies during our wanderings that took us through the always colorful Yoyogi Park, into the
Nakanobu Nebuta Festival…
The annual Nebuta Festival in the northern Japanese city of Aomori is one of the most iconic and spectacular festivals in the country. A highlight of the Japanese summer and listed as one of our Top #10 Travel Experiences, if
Nakanobu Nebuta Festival…
The annual Nebuta Festival in the northern Japanese city of Aomori is one of the most iconic and spectacular festivals in the country. A highlight of the Japanese summer and listed as one of our Top #10 Travel Experiences, if
Tokyo Photo Walk…
Today marks one and a half years since the earthquake/tsunami/nuclear disasters of March 11, 2011, in northern Japan. It is a day for remembrance and reflection as well as continued commitment to assisting the affected areas. It is easy to
Tokyo Photo Walk…
Today marks one and a half years since the earthquake/tsunami/nuclear disasters of March 11, 2011, in northern Japan. It is a day for remembrance and reflection as well as continued commitment to assisting the affected areas. It is easy to
Yoshida Fire Festival…
Head to Fujiyoshida City at the base of Mt. Fuji late August and you may feel you have been transported back a few centuries. That’s because with its flickering flames and almost tribal atmosphere, the Yoshida Fire Festival or Himatsuri
Yoshida Fire Festival…
Head to Fujiyoshida City at the base of Mt. Fuji late August and you may feel you have been transported back a few centuries. That’s because with its flickering flames and almost tribal atmosphere, the Yoshida Fire Festival or Himatsuri
