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1. Tübingen on Film
This page presents two galleries of film photographs from Tübingen, a traditional university city in central Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
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2. Cherry Blossoms at Hikone Castle on Film
For this project, I went to Hikone Castle in Shiga Prefecture to capture peak Cherry Blossom Season on film.
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3. Always Load Your Film Correctly, Kamakura, Japan
On one of my early outings with the Mamiya 6 in 2015, I forgot to properly align the film starting indicator when loading the film.
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4. Four film photos from Kawasaki Daishi, Kawasaki, Japan
A set of film photos taken at Kawasaki Daishi, a prominent temple in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
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5. Four Film Photos from Kitano Tenmangu, Kyoto, Japan
A set of four film photos taken at Kitano Tenmangū Shrine in the northwestern part of Kyoto, Japan.
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6. Lay Refectory (B&W Film), Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
An interior shot of the Lay Refectory (Dining Hall of the Lay Brothers) at Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Southwestern Germany.
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7. Lay Refectory (Color Film), Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
An interior shot of the Lay Refectory (Dining Hall of the Lay Brothers) at Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Southwestern Germany.
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8. Southern Germany on Film
This gallery presents a selection of film photographs from the south of Germany (Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria).
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9. Medium-Format Film Photography
This portfolio presents a selection of medium-format film photography.
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10. Fujifilm X-E2
My Fujifilm X-E2 mirrorless digital camera with Fujinon XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 and Fujinon XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 zoom lenses and Lensmate thumbrest.
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11. The African Queen (1951)
Fan page about the movie “The African Queen” (1951), directed by John Huston, starring Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn.
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12. North by Northwest (1959)
Fan page about the movie “North by Northwest” (1959), directed by Alfred Hitchcock, starring Cary Grant and Eva Marie Saint.
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13. Mamiya 6
My Mamiya 6 medium-format film camera with 50mm f/4.0 and 75mm f/3.5 lenses.
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14. Zollernschloss, Balingen, Germany
The Zollernschloss is a late-medieval city castle in Balingen, Germany. Over the centuries, it has served varied roles from a warden’s seat to a brewery.
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15. Keage Incline Cherry Blossoms, Kyoto, Japan
The Keage Incline is a former railway in the Higashiyama district of eastern Kyoto, Japan. In spring, it is a popular spot to view the cherry blossoms.
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16. Hanami at Philosopher's Path in Kyoto, Japan
The Philosopher’s Path is a pleasant stone path that traverses the northern part of the Higashiyama district in Kyoto, Japan.
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17. Vertigo (1958)
Fan page about the movie “Vertigo” (1958), directed by Alfred Hitchcock, starring James Stewart and Kim Novak.
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18. Sakura Frame, Hikone Castle, Japan
A view of Hikone Castle in Shiga Prefecture, Japan, during peak Cherry Blossom Season.
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19. Ascent to Hikone Castle, Japan
Ascending to the main keep of Hikone Castle in Shiga Prefecture, Japan, during peak Cherry Blossom Season.
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20. Honden Perspective, Kitano Tenmangu, Kyoto, Japan
A perspective shot along the decorative details of the Honden, the Main Hall at Kitano Tenmangū Shrine in Kyoto, Japan.
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21. By the Lakeside, Lake Starnberg, Bavaria, Germany
A calm impression from a walk along Lake Starnberg in the village of Bernried in the south-German state of Bavaria.
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22. Old Street Corner, Rottweil, Germany
A photo of the Rößle in Rottweil, Germany – this building has been home to a restaurant since the late 17th century.
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23. Through the Main Gate, Kawasaki Daishi, Kawasaki, Japan
Looking at the Main Hall of Kawasaki Daishi through its Main Gate in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
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24. Satsuma-age Shop, Kichijoji, Tokyo, Japan
A small shop selling Satsuma-age (fried fishcakes) at Harmonica Yokocho in Tokyo, Japan.
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25. End of Season, Hirano Shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Hirano Shrine is one of the best locations for Hanami (Cherry Blossom Viewing) in Kyoto, Japan.
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26. Neckar Waterfront from Eberhard Bridge, Tübingen, Germany
Looking at the Neckar Waterfront from Eberhard Bridge at Tübingen in Baden-Württemberg, Southwestern Germany.
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27. The Temple under the Cliff, Utsunomiya, Japan
Oya Temple is a 1,200 year-old Buddhist temple constructed in the volcanic stone cliffs on the outskirts of Utsunomiya in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan.
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28. Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948)
Fan page about the movie “Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House” (1948), directed by H. C. Potter, starring Cary Grant and Myrna Loy.
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29. Togetsukyo Bridge, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
A view of Togetsukyo (Moon Crossing Bridge) in Arashiyama on the western outskirts of Kyoto, Japan.
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30. Detail of Zollernschloss, Balingen, Germany
Focusing on a variety of architectural details looking up along the facade of the Zollernschloss in Balingen, Germany.
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31. Outside the Monastery, Bernried, Germany
A nice spring day outside Bernried Monastery, located in close proximity to Lake Starnberg in Bavaria, Germany.
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32. Autumn around Hohenzollern Castle, Hechingen, Germany
An autumnal scene around Hohenzollern Castle in Southwestern Germany, the ancestral seat of the Hohenzollern family.
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33. View of Hohenzollern Castle in Autumn, Hechingen, Germany
An autumnal scene around Hohenzollern Castle, the ancestral seat of the Hohenzollern family in Southwestern Germany.
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34. Hanami at Inuyama Castle, Japan
Visitors enjoying Hanami (Cherry Blossom Viewing) at Inuyama Castle in Inuyama, 30 minutes north of Nagoya, Japan.
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35. Portrait of a Scream, Sakurajima, Japan
The “Portrait of a Scream” Monument on Sakurajima Island outside Kagoshima in Kyushu, Japan.
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36. Quiet Temple Entrance, Kanazawa, Japan
The quiet and peaceful entrance to Gannenji, a small temple in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
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37. Under my Umbrella, Kanazawa, Japan
On a walk through the historic district of Kanazawa, Japan, I managed to take this photo of a young woman in kimono posing in this classic Japanese setting.
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38. Bicycle Ride, Kanazawa, Japan
A woman rides her bicycle in Kazue-machi Chayagai, a small district of preserved teahouses in Kanazawa, Japan.
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39. Approach to Ninja Temple, Kanazawa, Japan
A photo taken along the approach to Myoryuji (also known as “Ninja Temple”) in Kanazawa, Japan. I was standing just outside Gannenji Temple when shooting this.
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40. Cascades, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
Scenery between Hankyu Arashiyama Station and Togetsukyo Bridge in Kyoto, Japan.
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41. Main Hall, Kitano Tenmangu, Kyoto, Japan
Visitors arriving for prayer at the Main Hall of Kitano Tenmangū Shrine in Kyoto, Japan.
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42. Rokkakudo Temple Roofscape, Kyoto, Japan
An aerial view of Rokkaku-dō in Kyoto, Japan. The temple is famous as the birthplace of Ikebana (flower arrangement).
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43. Outside Rokkakudo Temple, Kyoto, Japan
A view of the entrance to Rokkakudo Temple in Kyoto, Japan. The name “Rokkakudo” refers to the distinctive hexagonal shape of the temple’s main hall.
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44. The Temple behind Starbucks, Kyoto, Japan
Standing outside this Starbucks in Kyoto, Japan, I noticed Rokkakudo Temple making a discrete appearance in the background.
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45. Graffiti from the Ages, Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
18th and 19th Century Graffiti on the exterior walls of the Cloister at Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Southwestern Germany.
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46. Gokaicho at Zenkoji Temple, Nagano, Japan
Zenkōji Temple in Nagano was founded in the 7th century and stores the first Buddhist statue ever to be brought into Japan.
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47. Corridor of Lamps, Nara, Japan
Lamps illuminate a corridor of a building with small shops in the Naramachi district of Nara, Japan.
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48. Ochanomizu, Tokyo, Japan
Hijiribashi Bridge in Tokyo, Japan, affords this view of Ochanomizu Station along the Kanda River, looking in the direction of Akihabara.
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49. Reclining Buddha at Nanzoin Temple, Sasaguri, Japan
The Reclining Buddha statue at Nanzoin Temple in Sasaguri, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.
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50. Reclining Buddha Details, Nanzoin Temple, Sasaguri, Japan
Statues and decorative elements around the Reclining Buddha at Nanzoin Temple in Sasaguri, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.
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51. Eatery Corner, Shirakawago, Gifu, Japan
View along a line of eateries in the historic Ogimachi Village of Shirakawago in Gifu Prefecture, Japan.
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52. Dance of the Scarecrows, Shirakawago, Gifu, Japan
On my walk through Ogimachi Village in Shirakawago, Japan, I suddenly found myself facing this lineup of scarecrows.
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53. Four Photos from Shirakawago in Gifu Prefecture, Japan
A set of four film photos of Ogimachi Village at Shirakawagō in Gifu Prefecture, Japan.
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54. Japanese Cherry Blossoms
This gallery presents a selection of photographs taken during Cherry Blossom Season in Japan.
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55. A Walk through Taito Ward, Tokyo
In late June 2018, I had the opportunity to do a photo walk with Tokyo-based Alfie Goodrich, one of the leading Western photographers in Japan.
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56. A Star Is Born (1954)
Fan page about the movie “A Star Is Born” (1954), directed by George Cukor, starring Judy Garland and James Mason.
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57. Enoden Train, Kamakura, Japan
An Enoshima Electric Railway Train approaches Kamakurakokomae Station in Kamakura, Japan.
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58. Downtown Castle, Matsumoto, Japan
Matsumoto Castle in Nagano Prefecture, Japan is a flatland castle, built on a plain that is located right in the middle of contemporary Matsumoto City.
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59. Chasing Pigeons, Yohashira Shrine, Matsumoto, Japan
A boy chasing pigeons at the entrance to Yohashira Jinja in Matsumoto, Japan.
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60. Rickshaw Tours at the Castle, Matsumoto, Japan
A Jinricksha waiting for the next customer tour outside Matsumoto Castle in Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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61. Naramachi Side Street, Nara, Japan
Walking along a quiet side street in the Naramachi area of Nara, Japan. Shot on 16-years-expired Fuji Astia slide film.
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62. Garden Glimpse, Shingonin Temple, Nara, Japan
Approaching the iconic Todaiji in Nara, Japan, one passes a lot of smaller temples and old buildings.
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63. Photographing Deer, Nara, Japan
A visitor photographing deer outside Todaiji Temple in Nara, Japan. Shot on 16-years-expired Fuji Astia film.
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64. Sakura Painter, Nara, Japan
Walking through Nara Park towards Todaiji Temple in Nara, Japan, I came across this painter who was in the midst of crafting a seasonal peace of art.
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65. Ice Cream Corner, Shirakawago, Gifu, Japan
It was a very hot day for my walk through Ogimachi Village in Shirakawagō, Japan – so it was nice to come by this small shop selling ice cream.
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66. Tokyo International Forum, Tokyo, Japan
On the first roll of film that I ever shot on my Mamiya 6 in 2015, I found this photo taken at the International Forum in Tokyo, Japan.
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67. JP Tower Lobby, Tokyo, Japan
People striding across the Lobby of JP Tower in Tokyo, Japan. From the first roll of film I ever shot on my Mamiya 6 in May 2015.
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68. Down in the Quarry, Utsunomiya, Japan
Visitors at Oya History Museum, a space built inside a massive former stone quarry in northwestern Utsunomiya, Japan.
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69. About
I am a Photographer in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in Travel, Location, Editorial and Street Photography.
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70. Kurashiki, Japan
This gallery presents a selection of photos from Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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71. Manhattan (1979)
Fan page about the movie “Manhattan” (1979), directed by Woody Allen, starring Woody Allen, Diane Keaton and Mariel Hemingway.
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72. Night Scenes from Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan
Four night photos from Asagaya in Tokyo, Japan, shot on medium-format Kodak Portra 800 film.
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73. Four Scenes from Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan
Four scenes from Asagaya, located in the Suginami Ward of Tokyo, Japan. All shot on medium-format film.
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74. Pub Lane at Dusk, Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan
Pubs opening at dusk along Star Road in Asagaya, located in the Suginami ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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75. Star Road Traffic, Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan
Pedestrian and bicycle traffic along Star Road, a pub-lined alley in Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan.
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76. Little Venice, Balingen, Germany
Bright rays of sunlight at Little Venice, a pleasant area along the old town wall of Balingen, Germany.
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77. Traditional Bavarian Building, Bernried, Germany
Exterior of a traditional Bavarian building, adorned with deer antlers, in the village of Bernried along Lake Starnberg in Southern Germany.
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78. Inner Yard, Dazaifu Tenmangu, Japan
Dazaifu Tenmangū in Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, is a shrine frequented by students who visit in order to pray for academic achievement.
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79. Through the Main Gate, Dazaifu Tenmangu, Japan
Dazaifu Tenmangū in Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, is a shrine popular with students who visit in order to pray for successful studies.
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80. Omamori (Talismans), Dazaifu Tenmangu, Japan
Dazaifu Tenmangu in Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture, is a shrine frequented by students who visit in order to pray for academic achievement.
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81. Calling from the Shrine, Dazaifu, Japan
Approaching the Main Gate of Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, this spot between the stone lanterns seems good to make a quick phone call.
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82. Wind Chimes, Sumiyoshi Shrine, Fukuoka, Japan
A summer breeze is blowing wind chimes (furin) at Sumiyoshi Jinja in Fukuoka, Japan.
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83. Torii Gates, Sumiyoshi Shrine, Fukuoka, Japan
A line of torii gates outside a small side shrine on the premises of Sumiyoshi Jinja in Fukuoka, Japan.
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84. Before Christmas, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany
A store in Rothenburg ob der Tauber in the south-German state of Bavaria is decorated for the Christmas season.
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85. Musicians are Coming, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany
Musicians are walking along Heugasse in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany, on their way to a Christmas season performance.
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86. Trompetergässchen, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany
Trompetergässchen is a cobblestone-paved alley in the historic town center of Rothenburg ob der Tauber in southern Germany.
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87. Sannomachi Street, Takayama, Japan
This photo looks along Sannomachi Street in the Old Town of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, on a rainy afternoon.
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88. Side Street Photo Pose, Gion, Kyoto, Japan
A delightful scene of visitors snapping photos in a side street of the Gion district in Kyoto, Japan.
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89. Waiting to be Waited, Graz, Austria
Restaurant tables on the top of Schlossberg Hill in Graz, Austria.
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90. Cafe Round-up, Hakodate, Japan
A summary and short introduction of a few cafes that my wife and I visited during our June 2025 trip to Hakodate in southern Hokkaido, Japan.
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91. Autumn View of Hohenzollern Castle, Bisingen, Germany
An autumnal scene from the fields and orchards around Hohenzollern Castle in Southwestern Germany.
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92. Barn and Castle, Bisingen, Germany
A summer walk through the fields around Hohenzollern Castle in Southwestern Germany.
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93. Here Comes the Festival Float, Inuyama, Japan
A festival float moving through the crowds during Cherry Blossom Season at Inuyama, Japan.
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94. Cherry Blossoms at Inuyama Castle, Japan
The inner yard of Inuyama Castle north of Nagoya, Japan, during the Cherry Blossom Season.
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95. Behind the Blossoms, Inuyama, Japan
Cherry Blossom Viewing at Inuyama Castle in Inuyama, 30 minutes north of Nagoya, Japan.
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96. Festival Day, Sanko Inari Shrine, Inuyama, Japan
Sanko Inari Shrine is located just below Inuyama Castle in Inuyama City, 30 minutes north of Nagoya, Japan.
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97. Torii Tunnel, Sanko Inari Shrine, Inuyama, Japan
Sanko Inari Shrine is located just below Inuyama Castle in Inuyama City, 30 minutes north of Nagoya, Japan.
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98. Barbershop “Happy”, Kamakura, Japan
This view into the “Happy” barbershop in Kamakura, Japan, feels like a window into a bygone era.
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99. Jizō Statues at Hasedera, Kamakura, Japan
Jizō Statues at Hase-dera Temple in Kamakura, Japan.
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100. Ocean View, Kamakura, Japan
View towards the ocean from the premises of Hase-dera Temple in Kamakura, Japan.
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101. Higashi Chayagai, Kanazawa, Japan
A view along the Central Street of the historic Higashi Chayagai District in Kanazawa, Japan. The area is home to many old shops and teahouses.
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102. Out for a Stroll, Kanazawa, Japan
Walking around Higashi Chayagai, a historic district in Kanazawa, Japan, I saw two young women in kimono emerging from one of the old buildings.
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103. We have WiFi, Kanazawa, Japan
The historic Higashi Chayagai district of Kanazawa, Japan, is home to many old shops and teahouses.
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104. Higashi Chayagai Side Street, Kanazawa, Japan
A view down a side street in the historic Higashi Chayagai District in Kanazawa, Japan.
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105. Side Street Angle, Kanazawa, Japan
The Higashi Chayagai District of Kanazawa, Japan, is a beautiful area to take a walk amidst well-preserved historic two-story buildings.
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106. Greenery and Old Buildings, Kanazawa, Japan
View along a pleasant side street in the historic Higashi Chayagai District in Kanazawa, Japan.
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107. Historic Buildings, Kanazawa, Japan
A daily life impression from this corner of historic buildings at Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
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108. Entrance, Nishi Chayagai, Kanazawa, Japan
Detail of a building entrance in the Nishi Chayagai district of Kanazawa, Japan.
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109. Old Houses, Nishi Chayagai, Kanazawa, Japan
View along a line of historic buildings in the Nishi Chayagai district of Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
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110. Ascent to Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa, Japan
Oyama Jinja is a Shinto Shrine in Kanazawa, Japan. This photo shows the stairs ascending to the Main Gate, which was constructed in 1875.
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111. Pond View, Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa, Japan
At Oyama Shrine in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, this view looks across a small pond towards the main hall.
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112. Showa Period Restaurant Interior, Kanazawa, Japan
A Showa-period interior of a restaurant in the Higashi Chayagai district of Kanazawa, Japan.
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113. Cherry Blossoms at Kanda Myojin, Tokyo, Japan
Cherry blossom season at Kanda Myōjin in Tokyo, a Shinto shrine whose origins date back to the 8th century.
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114. Super Hotdog!, Kichijoji, Tokyo, Japan
Harmonica Yokocho is a small stretch of tiny shops, eateries and bars located to the north of Kichijōji station in Tokyo, Japan.
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115. Tiny Corner Pub, Kichijoji, Tokyo, Japan
Harmonica Yokochō, located to the north of Kichijōji station in Tokyo, Japan, used to be a flea market in the post-WWII years.
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116. Across the Canal, Kurashiki, Japan
During autumn season, this is a view across the canal in the historic Bikan district of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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117. Autumn Mood, Bikan District, Kurashiki, Japan
In the Bikan district of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, trees along the canal have changed to autumn colors.
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118. Restaurant Corner, Bikan District, Kurashiki, Japan
Restaurants at a street corner in the historic Bikan district of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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119. Old Town Rickshaw, Kurashiki, Japan
Light traffic in a side street of the historic Bikan District of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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120. Vivid Autumn, Bikan District, Kurashiki, Japan
Autumn is packing a punch on this historic corner in the Bikan District of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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121. Cafe Specials Board, Kurashiki, Japan
In the historic Bikan District of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, a café waitress is updating the specials board.
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122. Side Street Sun, Kurashiki, Japan
Bright sunlight flooding a side street in the historical Bikan District of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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123. Hankyu Line, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
A Hankyu Arashiyama Line train arrives at Arashiyama Station in Kyoto, Japan.
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124. Along Katsura River, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
A view along Katsura River in Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan. Togetsukyo Bridge is visible in the background.
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125. Entering Imamiya Shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Imamiya Jinja in northwest Kyoto, Japan, is dedicated to long life and good health. At the time of this visit, a flea market was held on the shrine’s premises.
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126. Hall of Worship, Imamiya Shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Imamiya Jinja in Kyoto, Japan, is dedicated to good health and longevity.
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127. Flea Market at Imamiya Shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Imamiya Jinja in Kyoto, Japan, is a Shinto shrine that is dedicated to longevity and good health.
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128. Hatsumode, Imamiya Shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Hatsumode (first shrine visit of the New Year) at Imamiya Shrine in Kyoto, Japan.
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129. Toji Temple Flea Market Vendors, Kyoto, Japan
Flea market vendors are having a chat amidst their colorful merchandise at Tōji Temple in Kyoto, Japan.
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130. By the Lakeside II, Lake Starnberg, Bavaria, Germany
A calm impression taken in Bernried, Bavaria, Germany, on a walk around Lake Starnberg.
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131. Harbor Traffic, Lindau, Germany
A winter afternoon scene at the Port of Lindau on Lake Constance, Germany.
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132. To the Bright Square, Lindau, Germany
Walking along Ludwig Street in Lindau, Germany, towards the old City Hall.
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133. Old Merchant District, Matsumoto, Japan
A scene from Nakamachi-dori, the main street traversing a district of well-preserved merchant houses in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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134. On the Corner, Matsumoto, Japan
Taken in the Nakamachi district of Matsumoto in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, this photo shows one of the area’s typical restored merchant houses.
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135. View from Top of the Castle, Matsumoto, Japan
A splendid view through a small window at the top of Matsumoto Castle in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, with the Japanese Alps visible in the back.
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136. Windows 2.0, Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
A view through two stone arches of the 13th Century Monastery Church Entrance Hall at Maulbronn Monastery in Southwestern Germany.
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137. Corner, Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
Detail of a corner in the Abbey Church of Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Southwestern Germany.
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138. Abbey Church Interior, Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
An interior shot of the Abbey Church at Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Southwestern Germany.
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139. Inside the Abbey Church, Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
An interior perspective shot of the Abbey Church at Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Southwestern Germany.
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140. Cloister, Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
A view along the cloister at Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in southwestern Germany.
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141. Fountain House, Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
Shot through a stone window at the corner of the cloister, this is a view of the Fountain House at Maulbronn Monastery in Southwestern Germany.
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142. Inner Yard, Maulbronn Monastery, Germany
A view over the roofs of some of the old buildings on the premises of Maulbronn Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Southwestern Germany.
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143. Approaching Sesonin Temple, Nagano, Japan
Visitors are approaching Seson-in, a small temple in close proximity to the iconic Zenkoji Temple of Nagano, Japan.
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144. Soba Restaurant Lane, Togakushi, Nagano, Japan
A lane of small Soba noodle restaurants in the Togakushi area north of Nagano, Japan.
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145. Shops on Nakamise-dori, Nagano, Japan
Nakamise-dori, the approach to the iconic Zenkoji Temple in Nagano, Japan, is a quaint street bustling with small shops selling local specialties.
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146. Passing through Niomon Gate, Zenkoji Temple, Nagano, Japan
Along the approach to Zenkoji Temple in Nagano, Japan, visitors are passing through the Niomon Gate.
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147. Snowy Side Temple Entrance, Zenkoji, Nagano, Japan
A winter day at Zenkōji Temple in Nagano, Japan. This was taken at the entrance to Daikanjin, a smaller side temple on the premises.
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148. Winter at Zenkoji Temple, Nagano, Japan
View from the main hall of Zenkōji Temple in Nagano, Japan, during a winter visit.
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149. Along the Approach to Zenkoji, Nagano, Japan
A beautiful building along the approach road to Zenkōji Temple in Nagano, Japan.
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150. Statues, Zenkoji Temple, Nagano, Japan
Rokujizō (Six Jizo) Statues outside the Sanmon Gate at Zenkōji Temple in Nagano, Japan.
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151. Niomon Gate, Zenkoji Temple, Nagano, Japan
Visitors around the Niomon Gate, located along the southern approach to Zenkōji Temple in Nagano, Japan.
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152. Touring Zenkoji Temple, Nagano, Japan
In front of Rokujizō (Six Jizo) Statues, a priest is giving a guided tour of Zenkōji Temple in Nagano, Japan.
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153. Sanmon Gate, Zenkoji Temple, Nagano, Japan
Visitors arriving at the main hall of Zenkōji Temple in Nagano, Japan. This photo looks south towards the Sanmon Gate.
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154. Winter Temple Visit, Nagano, Japan
Visitors defying the snowy weather at Zenkoji Temple in Nagano, Japan.
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155. Around Jotokuji Temple, Nara, Japan
A quiet corner in the backstreets of Nara, Japan, close to Jōtokuji Temple whose premises are visible to the right.
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156. Looking through the Gate, Jotokuji Temple, Nara, Japan
On a stroll through the backstreets of Nara, Japan, I came across a small temple called Jōtokuji.
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157. Great Buddha Hall, Todaiji, Nara, Japan
The Great Buddha Hall at Tōdai-ji Temple in Nara, Japan, houses the world’s largest bronze statue of the Buddha Vairocana.
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158. Autumn Floor, Neckartailfingen, Germany
Fallen autumn leaves and cobblestone pavement blending into a nice seasonal pattern in the southwest-German village of Neckartailfingen.
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159. Music Store, Neckartailfingen, Germany
Exterior of an old store selling musical instruments in the German village of Neckartailfingen.
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160. Winter Scene, Nehren, Germany
On a recent winter walk through the snowy orchards of Nehren in southwestern Germany, I came across this apple tree with a small barn and tree house.
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161. Casemates, Hohenneuffen Castle, Germany
A look at the casemates of Hohenneuffen Castle in southwestern Germany. The oldest portions of these structures date back to the 16th century.
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162. View from Hohenneuffen Castle, Neuffen, Germany
A view of the pleasant scenery around Hohenneuffen Castle in southwestern Germany, framed by the remains of an old castle wall.
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163. View from a Bench, Neuffen, Germany
This bench at a picnic area offers a pleasant view of Hohenneuffen Castle in southwestern Germany.
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164. The Bookshop on the Corner, Rottweil, Germany
Exterior of a small local bookstore in the town of Rottweil, Germany.
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165. Corner with Historic Buildings, Rottweil, Germany
In the historic center of the southwest-German town of Rottweil, two renovated medieval buildings are forming part of a T-shaped road crossing.
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166. In the Old Town, Rottweil, Germany
View along a line of old houses towards Kapellenkirche, one of the churches in Rottweil, Germany.
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167. Old Furniture Store, Rottweil, Germany
Exterior of an old furniture store in the historic city center of Rottweil in southwestern Germany.
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168. The old Plumber’s Shop, Rottweil, Germany
Exterior of an old Plumber’s Shop in the town of Rottweil in southwestern Germany.
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169. Returning from Sakurajima, Kagoshima, Japan
A photo from the ferry passage back from the Sakurajima volcano in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan.
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170. Smiling Buddha Statue, Sasaguri, Japan
A smiling Buddha statue along the ascent to the main hall of Nanzoin Temple in Sasaguri, Fukuoka, Japan.
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171. Immovable Protector and God of Fire, Sasaguri, Japan
At Nanzoin Temple in Sasaguri, Fukuoka, Japan, this is the statue of Acalanatha, an immovable protector and god of fire.
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172. Approaching Nanzoin Temple, Sasaguri, Japan
Approaching Nanzoin Temple in Sasaguri, Fukuoka, Japan, on a nice summer day.
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173. Yakitori Stand, Shibamata, Tokyo, Japan
Scene from a Yakitori Stand in the traditional Shibamata area in the northeast of Tokyo, Japan.
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174. Thatched-Roof Houses, Shirakawago, Japan
A view of some typical thatched-roof houses and barns at Shirakawago in Gifu Prefecture, Japan.
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175. Neighborhood Bicycling, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
Bicycling past a leaning tree in a quiet neighborhood backstreet of Taito Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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176. Hot Stuff, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
One of the delights of walking around Tokyo is being able to find original shop names at almost every turn.
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177. Sannomachi, Takayama Old Town, Japan
Walking through the Old Town of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, this photo looks down Sannomachi Street on a rainy afternoon.
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178. Patio Garden, Takayama, Japan
A small Japanese-style garden in the patio of a shop in the historic area of Takayama in Gifu Prefecture, Japan.
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179. Jiyugaoka Kumano Shrine, Tokyo, Japan
A bright autumn day at Jiyugaoka Kumano Jinja, a small shrine in the Meguro ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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180. Romon Gate, Nezu Shrine, Tokyo, Japan
The two-storied Rōmon Gate at Nezu Shrine in Tokyo, Japan, was built in 1706.
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181. Autumn Stroll, University of Tokyo, Japan
An autumn walk on a fine November day at the campus of the University of Tokyo, Japan.
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182. Bumping into Abe, Yanaka Ginza, Tokyo, Japan
At Yanaka Ginza in Tokyo, Japan, a woman is walking past a shop that is decorated with a poster of Shinzo Abe.
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183. Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street, Tokyo, Japan
A view of Yanaka Ginza, an old-style shopping street in the Taito ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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184. Field Trip to Byodoin, Uji, Japan
A group of high school students is seen outside Phoenix Hall at Byōdōin Temple in Uji, Japan.
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185. Byodoin, Uji, Japan
A view of Phoenix Hall at Byōdōin Temple in Uji, Japan, as seen from the Jōdo-shiki Garden in front of the building.
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186. Inside Oya History Museum, Utsunomiya, Japan
Ōya History Museum is a museum and event space built inside a massive former stone quarry in northwestern Utsunomiya, Japan.
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187. The Chapel in the Stone Quarry, Utsunomiya, Japan
The Oya History Museum is a former stone quarry outside Utsunomiya, Japan. The spacious underground cavern also features this Wedding Chapel.
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188. Garden Detail, Oyaji Temple, Utsunomiya, Japan
A detail of the garden at Oya Temple (Ōyaji) outside the city of Utsunomiya, Japan.
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189. Stone Statue, Oyaji Temple, Utsunomiya, Japan
Close-up of a stone statue in the garden at Oya Temple outside the city of Utsunomiya, Japan.
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190. Waniguchi, Oyaji Temple, Utsunomiya, Japan
At Oya Temple in Utsunomiya, Japan, this waniguchi is sounded by worshippers to attract the deity’s attention by shaking the rope in front.
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191. Greengrocer, Yanaka Ginza, Tokyo, Japan
Daily business at a greengrocer in the old Yanaka Ginza shopping street in Tokyo, Japan.
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192. Tunnel of Izakaya, Yurakucho, Tokyo, Japan
A tunnel of small Izakaya (Japanese pubs) in the area around Yurakucho Station in Tokyo, Japan.
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193. Shoe Shiners, Yurakucho, Tokyo, Japan
Shoe Shiners working outside Yūrakuchō Station in Tokyo, Japan.
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194. Canadian Rockies
This gallery presents a selection of scenic and wildlife photos from the Canadian Rockies.
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195. Restaurant Corner, Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan
Restaurants preparing to open for the evening along Star Road in Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan.
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196. Sunny Mood at Hohenzollern Castle, Germany
A set of four photos capturing sun-lit impressions at and around Hohenzollern Castle in southwestern Germany.
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197. Rainy Cherry Blossoms in Itabashi, Tokyo
Cherry Blossom Viewing on a rainy 1st of April in the suburban Tokyo areas of Maenocho and Shimura in Itabashi Ward.
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198. Urban Cherry Blossoms in Itabashi, Tokyo
Cherry Blossom Viewing in late March 2025 in the suburban Tokyo setting of Maenocho in Itabashi Ward.
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199. Cherry Blossom Season in Iwakuni, Japan
Four photos of cherry blossom season in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan.
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200. Kappa Bridge at Kamikochi, Nagano, Japan
Kappa Bridge is crossing the Azusa River at Kamikōchi, a mountainous highland valley in the western part of Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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201. Cafe Exterior, Koenji, Tokyo, Japan
An exterior view of the HATTIFNATT café and gallery in Kōenji, Tokyo, Japan.
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202. Sunday Excursion to Kokubunji, Tokyo; May 25, 2025
This Sunday, we went to Kokubunji, located along the JR Chuo line in the western portion of the Tokyo Metropolis.
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203. Autumn Colors, Eikando Zenrinji Temple, Kyoto, Japan
Eikandō Zenrin-ji, located north of Nanzenji in eastern Kyoto, Japan, is famous for its fall foliage and for its prominence in the past as a center of learning.
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204. Autumn Illumination, Tenju-an Temple, Kyoto, Japan
Autumn Illumination at Tenju-an, a sub-temple of Nanzen-ji in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto, Japan.
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205. Cherry Blossoms at Shoin Shrine, Setagaya, Tokyo, Japan
Four photos of cherry blossom season at Shōin Jinja, a Shinto shrine located in the Setagaya Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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206. Autumn in Japan
This gallery presents a selection of photos of autumn in Japan, with various locations and scenes of colorful foliage.
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207. Graz, Austria
This gallery presents a selection of photographs from Graz, Austria – the city where I was born.
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208. Kyoto, Japan
This gallery presents a selection of photos from Kyoto, the imperial capital of Japan for more than 1,000 years.
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209. London, England
This gallery presents a selection of photos from London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom.
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210. New York City
This gallery presents a selection of photos from New York City, famously dubbed “the city that never sleeps”.
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211. Tokyo, Japan
This gallery presents a selection of photos from Tokyo, Japan’s fascinating capital.
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212. The Palm Beach Story (1942)
Fan page about the movie “The Palm Beach Story” (1942), directed by Preston Sturges, starring Claudette Colbert and Joel McCrea.
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213. Nikon FE2
My Nikon FE2 35mm film camera with with Nikkor 28mm f/2.8 and 50mm f/1.4 lenses.
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214. Evening Izakaya Scene, Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan
Patrons enjoying a nice autumn evening at an Izakaya (Japanese-style pub) in Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan.
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215. In the Old Town, Graz, Austria
A lively scene from the Hauptplatz (Main Square) in the historic city center of Graz, Austria.
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216. Traveling in Austria
Some observations made while traveling in Austria in 2024, during my first Europe trip since moving to Japan in 2018.
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217. Cheerful Balcony, Azabu-jūban, Tokyo, Japan
A colorful balcony on the upper floor of this apartment building in the Azabu-juban area of Minato Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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218. Bow Lake and Crowfoot Mountain, Banff National Park, Canada
Crowfoot Mountain in Banff National Park, Alberta, is located on Bow Lake along the Icefields Parkway, at an altitude of 1,920m.
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219. CPR Freight Train, Banff National Park, Canada
A CPR freight train is arriving at a railway crossing in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.
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220. Lake Agnes, Banff National Park, Canada
Lake Agnes is a beautiful alpine lake in Banff National Park, Alberta, set inside a cirque formed by the peaks of Mt. Saint Piran, Mt. Niblock, and Mt. Whyte.
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221. Autumn at Lake Agnes, Banff National Park, Canada
An early touch of autumn colors is being reflected off the surface of Lake Agnes in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada.
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222. Lake Agnes Teahouse, Banff National Park, Canada
View across Lake Agnes at Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. Lake Agnes Teahouse is visible in the back of the scene.
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223. Canoeing on Moraine Lake, Banff National Park, Canada
On a glittering sunny day, two people are paddling a canoe on Moraine Lake in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies.
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224. Canoes for Rent, Banff National Park, Canada
A late-afternoon scene near the canoe rental at Moraine Lake in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies.
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225. Peyto Lake, Banff National Park, Canada
Peyto Lake in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, as seen from the Bow Summit Lookout.
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226. Scenic Deck Chairs, Jasper National Park, Canada
Deck Chairs facing the Athabasca River in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.
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227. Canmore Engine Bridge, Canmore, Alberta, Canada
The Canmore Engine Bridge spans the Bow River in Canmore, Alberta, near the southwest boundary of Banff National Park.
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228. Shops outside Jindaiji Temple, Chofu, Tokyo, Japan
Jindai-ji in Chofu is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Tokyo. Its approach is lined with traditional Soba restaurants and other food outlets.
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229. Main Gate, Dazaifu Tenmangu, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan
Dazaifu Tenmangū in Fukuoka Prefecture is a shrine frequented by students praying for successful studies. This photo was taken outside the shrine’s Main Gate.
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230. Corner Tea Shop, Fushimi, Kyoto, Japan
Besides being home to the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine, Fushimi Ward in Kyoto is known for being the second-largest sake-producing area in Japan..
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231. Sake Breweries, Fushimi, Kyoto, Japan
A walk around the sake breweries in Kyoto’s Fushimi district, Japan’s second-largest sake-producing area.
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232. Tatami Shop, Fushimi, Kyoto, Japan
A tatami maker in the Fushimi area of Kyoto, Japan, is displaying a variety of tatami sandals for sale.
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233. Cherry Blossom Illuminations, Gion, Kyoto, Japan
Dinner with a view of illuminated cherry blossoms in the Gion district of Kyoto, Japan.
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234. Entrance, Gion, Kyoto, Japan
Detail of a building entrance in the Gion district of Kyoto, Japan.
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235. Gion Evening, Kyoto, Japan
An evening scene at Hanamikoji, one of the main streets traversing the Gion district in Kyoto, Japan.
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236. Early Evening, Gion, Kyoto, Japan
Early evening mood along Hanamikoji, one of the main streets traversing the old Gion district in Kyoto, Japan.
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237. Maiko Encounter, Gion, Kyoto, Japan
An early-evening encounter with a Maiko in the Gion district of Kyoto, Japan.
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238. Side Street Walk, Gion, Kyoto, Japan
A tranquil scene spotted in a side street of the Gion district in Kyoto, Japan.
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239. Road Fork, Gion, Kyoto, Japan
Light traffic around this road fork at Tatsumi Shrine in the Gion district of Kyoto, Japan.
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240. Am Eisernen Tor, Graz, Austria
Am Eisernen Tor is a triangular Square in the historic city center of Graz, Austria. The green streetcar is headed into Herrengasse, a pedestrian zone.
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241. Double Spiral Staircase, Graz, Austria
The late gothic double spiral staircase inside the Burg of Graz, Austria, dates back to 1499.
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242. Christmas Decorations, Graz, Austria
Not your usual Christmas decorations on Herrengasse, the main boulevard traversing the historic city center of Graz, Austria.
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243. Tram passing Landhaus, Graz, Austria
On Herrengasse in the historic city center of Graz, Austria, a tram is passing the ornate facade of the Landhaus building.
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244. Evening Scene at Jakominiplatz, Graz, Austria
A dusk scene from Jakominiplatz in Graz, Austria, one of the city’s main transportation hubs at which multiple tram and bus lines intersect.
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245. At the Farmers’ Market, Graz, Austria
A stroll around the farmers’ market on Kaiser-Josef-Platz in Graz, Austria, with the Opera House in the background.
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246. Kunsthaus at Night, Graz, Austria
A night view of the Kunsthaus (Art Museum) in Graz, Austria, designed by Colin Fournier and Sir Peter Cook.
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247. Styrian Armory, Graz, Austria
A view of the windows on the backside of the Styrian Armory in Graz, Austria, built between 1642 and 1647.
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248. Caught in the Web, Graz, Austria
A play of patterns, created by the sunlight falling through the roof at the bus terminal outside the main train station of Graz, Austria.
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249. Stained-Glass Windows, Mariatrost Basilica, Graz, Austria
A pattern of colorful glass windows around the main entrance of Mariatrost Basilica in Graz, Austria.
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250. Old Town Roofscape, Graz, Austria
A view across old rooftops in the historic city center of Graz, Austria, a UNESCO World Heritage site since December 1999.
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251. The Woman in Red, Graz, Austria
Whilst I was just taking some architectural photos at the beautiful interior yard of Palais Saurau in Graz, Austria, a woman with striking red hair walked in.
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252. Winter at Eggenberg Palace, Graz, Austria
On a winter day along the approach to Schloss Eggenberg (Eggenberg Palace) in Graz, Austria, a peacock is standing by. The birds roam freely around the park.
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253. Cannons at Schlossberg Bastion, Graz, Austria
Cannons at the Schlossberg Bastion in Graz, Austria, opening up a view towards the historic city center which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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254. Old Town Stroll, Graz, Austria
An encounter with history by walking Sporgasse, the oldest street in the city of Graz, Austria.
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255. Autumn Walk, Graz, Austria
A woman and her dog taking an autumn walk on Montclair Allee, an alley of chestnut trees in the Stadtpark (Municipal Park) of Graz, Austria.
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256. Autumn Warp, Graz, Austria
At Stadtpark in Graz, Austria, this is an autumn perspective along Friedrich-von-Gagern-Allee. I created this effect by changing the zoom level during exposure.
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257. Side Street Chat, Grenoble, France
Afternoon scene from a side street in the historic city center of Grenoble, France.
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258. Fountain Girl, Grenoble, France
A girl is watching the Old City Fountain on Place Grenette in Grenoble, France.
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259. Cherry Blossoms at Tokoji Temple, Hagi, Japan
A quiet afternoon visit during cherry blossom season to Tōkōji Temple in the city of Hagi in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan.
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260. Night Moves, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
On an evening walk in the Higashiyama area of Kyoto, Japan, I took this photo of a typical street in the area by steadying the camera on a wall.
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261. Side Street Rickshaw, Kyoto, Japan
Tourists are enjoying a jinricksha tour in the Higashiyama area of Kyoto, Japan.
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262. Walking the Dogs, Himeji, Japan
Walking the Dogs during peak cherry blossom season at Himeji Castle in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan.
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263. At the Bookstore, Ichijoji, Kyoto, Japan
A scene outside Keibunsha, a wonderful bookstore at Ichijōji in the northeastern part of Kyoto, Japan.
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264. Corner Shrine, Ikebukuro, Tokyo, Japan
A small shrine in an old residential area around Ikebukuro Honcho in the Toshima Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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265. Autumn Bridge, Ise Shrine, Mie Prefecture, Japan
An autumn impression from the Inner Shrine (Naiku) at the Ise Grand Shrine (Ise Jingu) in Mie Prefecture, Japan.
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266. After-Work Evening Walk, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
It’s late September, days are getting shorter again - so on my way back from the office, I can finally start taking night photos again in Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan.
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267. Autumn Evening Backstreet, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Coming home from work on a late-November evening, I captured this scene on a backstreet in the Miyamotocho area of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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268. Residential Cherry Blossoms, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Cherry blossom season in a residential area near Teikyo University in the Itabashi ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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269. Autumn at a Local Temple, Tokyo, Japan
Autumn colors at Chōtokuji, a Buddhist Temple in the Itabashi ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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270. Returning from Work, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
For a change of scenery, last night I got off the subway a stop later than usual, and walked home through the Shimura district of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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271. Four vanished shops from Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo renews itself at a breathtaking pace. Old buildings get demolished to make way for new condos, and long-established neighborhood shops vanish for good.
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272. Dead-End with Cherry Blossoms, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
A cherry blossom tree is in full bloom in this dead-end street in the Maenocho area of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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273. Morning Mood, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Moody sunlight on a winter morning in the area around JR Itabashi Station in Tokyo, Japan.
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274. Bicycling under the Cherry Blossoms, Tokyo, Japan
A pedestrian and bicycle path in the Nakajuku area of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan, during cherry blossom season.
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275. Early Blossoms at Nanzoin Temple, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
An early cherry blossom season visit to Nanzoin Temple in the Itabashi Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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276. Motsuyaki Shop, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
A small shop selling Motsuyaki (charcoal-grilled innards) in the Oyama area of Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
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277. Photo Lab, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
A photo lab and camera store in the Nakajuku district of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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278. September Evening Walk, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Yesterday was a nice cool September evening at a comfortable 22°C here in Tokyo, so I took a short walk around the Azusawa district of Itabashi Ward.
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279. Summer Night Walk, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo summers get more and more relentless with each year - tonight was the first time in many weeks that temperatures went below the 30°C mark.
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280. Austrian Cafe "Teeblatt" in Gotanda, Tokyo
My wife had recently discovered that there was an Austrian café called “Teeblatt” in Gotanda, Tokyo. Today we went there for the first time.
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281. Afternoon Light, Athabasca River, Jasper National Park, Canada
The last beams of sunlight are hitting the western side of Mount Tekarra along the Athabasca River in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.
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282. Last Light, Athabasca River, Jasper National Park, Canada
The last beams of sunlight are hitting rocks along the Athabasca River in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.
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283. Bighorn Sheep, Jasper National Park, Canada
A bighorn sheep is posing amidst alpine scenery along the Old Fort Point trail east of Jasper Townsite in Alberta, Canada.
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284. Cavell Meadows Trail, Jasper National Park, Canada
A scenic view on an overcast day along the lower area of Cavell Meadows Trail in Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies.
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285. On Golden Pond, Jasper National Park, Canada
The last sunlight of the day is hitting autumnal vegetation along a lake outside Jasper Townsite in Alberta, Canada.
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286. Pyramid Lake, Jasper National Park, Canada
On a fine day, visitors are embarking on a canoe tour of Pyramid Lake in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.
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287. Ready to Embark, Jasper National Park, Canada
A calm day at the boat rental pier in the Valley of the Five Lakes in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.
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288. Choices, Jimbocho, Tokyo, Japan
A woman scanning a shelf of used books at Jimbōchō, the Tokyo neighborhood known for its high concentration of used-book stores and publishing houses.
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289. Ascent to Jingoji Temple, Kyoto, Japan
The approach to Jingoji Temple in the Takao area north of Kyoto, Japan, is a beautiful short ascent on a forest path.
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290. Popeye Camera, Jiyugaoka, Tokyo, Japan
Popeye Camera is a delightful neighborhood photo and camera store in the Jiyugaoka district of Meguro Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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291. Autumn Foliage, Jojakkoji Temple, Sagano, Kyoto, Japan
Autumn foliage at the peak of the season at Jojakkoji, a 400-year-old temple located on a hillside near the famous bamboo grove in Arashiyama, Kyoto.
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292. Supermarket Corner, Jujo, Tokyo, Japan
A young mother carrying her child is turning the corner at a side street supermarket in the Jujo area of Kita Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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293. Colorful Alley, Kagurazaka, Tokyo, Japan
In the Kagurazaka area near Iidabashi Station in Tokyo, Japan, this is a view into a colorful narrow alley with an inviting-looking shop entrance.
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294. Old Photo Studio, Kagurazaka, Tokyo, Japan
Kagurazaka is a shopping and dining district northwest of Iidabashi Station in Tokyo, Japan.
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295. Cherry Blossom Buddha, Kamakura, Japan
A view of the Daibutsu (Great Buddha) in Kamakura, Japan, during the Cherry Blossom Season.
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296. Glimpse into a Teahouse, Kanazawa, Japan
Strolling through Higashi Chayagai, a historic district in Kanazawa, Japan, I got a glimpse into one of the beautifully preserved old teahouses.
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297. Ninja Temple Entrance, Kanazawa, Japan
Visitors are seen reading an information board outside the side entrance to Myōryūji Temple in Kanazawa, Japan.
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298. Entering Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa, Japan
A view towards the Main Hall of Oyama Jinja in Kanazawa, Japan, while entering the main yard through the shrine’s distinctive Main Gate.
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299. Salaryman’s Stride, Kanazawa, Japan
Two salarymen are seen traversing the crossing in front of Kanazawa Station in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan.
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300. Palace and Schlossgarten, Karlsruhe, Germany
A fine spring day at the Schlossgarten park around the Palace in Karlsruhe, Germany.
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301. Katori Jingu Shrine, Chiba Prefecture, Japan
Some unedited, out-of-camera photos from yesterday’s trip to Katori Jingū, a popular Shinto shrine outside of Sawara, northeast of Narita (Chiba Prefecture).
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302. Autumn Visit to Kita-in Temple, Kawagoe, Japan
Kitain in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, is the head temple of the Tendai Sect in the Kanto region of Japan. A few photos from a visit on a calm autumn day.
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303. Autumn Visit to Naka-in Temple, Kawagoe, Japan
Located a few minutes south of Kita-in, Naka-in is a Tendai Buddhist Temple in the city of Kawagoe in Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
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304. Hanami at the Keage Incline, Kyoto, Japan
People enjoying Hanami (cherry blossom viewing) at the Keage Incline in Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan.
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305. Elvis at Mojiko Retro Port, Kitakyushu, Japan
At Mojiko Retro Port in Kitakyushu, Japan, a man vaguely reminiscent of Elvis is looking out on the water. The Old Mitsui Lines Building is visible in the back.
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306. Ice Cream Mascot, Kobe, Japan
Walking around the Kitano Ijinkan area of Kobe, Japan, I discovered this mascot inside an ice cream stall.
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307. Art and Antiques, Koenji, Tokyo, Japan
Exterior of an antiques shop in the Koenji area of Tokyo, Japan.
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308. Backstreet with Laundry, Koenji, Tokyo, Japan
On a backstreet in Kōenji, Tokyo, even the narrowest of spaces is put to good use in order to hang the laundry of the day out to dry.
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309. Barbershop, Koenji, Tokyo, Japan
A late customer at a barbershop with an unusual name in the Kōenji area of Tokyo, Japan.
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310. Rental Book Store, Koenji, Tokyo, Japan
A woman walks past the slightly dated facade of a rental book store in Kōenji, Tokyo, Japan.
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311. Second-Hand Fashion, Koenji, Tokyo, Japan
A store selling second-hand clothes and other used goods in the Kōenji area of Tokyo, Japan.
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312. Window Frames, Koenji, Tokyo, Japan
Passersby reflected in a shop window in a shopping street north of Kōenji Station in Tokyo, Japan.
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313. Komagome, Tokyo - First Drumming Lesson, Lunch and Shotengai
Today, I went to my first regular drumming lesson at Komagome in Tokyo. Afterwards, my wife joined and we had lunch at a cafe, then explored an old Shotengai.
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314. Golden Tree, Konpirasan Shrine, Shikoku, Japan
Visitors ascending to the top of Konpirasan Shrine (also called Kotohira-gu) on the Japanese island of Shikoku enjoy the autumnal display of a tree.
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315. Autumn Still Life, Konpirasan Shrine, Shikoku, Japan
Detail of stone lanterns in autumn at Konpirasan Shrine (also called Kotohira-gu) on the Japanese island of Shikoku.
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316. Sakura Photoshoot, Okayama, Japan
A late cherry blossom season photoshoot at Korakuen, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan located in Okayama.
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317. Bikan District, Kurashiki, Japan
Kurashiki is a historic town located west of Okayama, Japan. Its main attraction is the Bikan District, an old merchant quarter dating back to the Edo period.
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318. Canal-side Artist, Kurashiki, Japan
In the historic Bikan district of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, passersby are watching a painter capture a scene of old buildings along the canal.
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319. Boat Traffic, Bikan District, Kurashiki, Japan
During early autumn season, visitors are enjoying a boat ride on a willow-lined canal in the historic Bikan district of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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320. Dried Squid, Bikan Historical Area, Kurashiki, Japan
Dried Squid hanging outside an old shop in the Bikan Historical Area of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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321. Historic Buildings, Bikan District, Kurashiki, Japan
A glimpse between some of the beautiful old warehouse buildings in the Bikan District of Kurashiki, Japan.
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322. Old Side Street, Kurashiki, Japan
A view along a side street in the heart of the historic Bikan District of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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323. Bikan Historical Area, Kurashiki, Japan
Kurashiki is a historic town located west of Okayama, Japan. Its main attraction is the Bikan District, an old Edo-period merchant quarter.
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324. Cables Galore, Kurashiki, Japan
Looking up in the historic Bikan district of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, I noticed this rather elaborate mesh of electric cables and wires.
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325. Watering the Pavement, Kurashiki, Japan
Staff is watering the pavement outside a Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) in the Bikan historical district of Kurashiki, Japan.
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326. Tatami Room at Tsurugata Ryokan, Kurashiki, Japan
The futon is set for the night in the tatami room at Tsurugata Ryokan in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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327. Around Ichijoji Station, Kyoto, Japan
An Eizan Line Train is arriving at Ichijōji Station in the northeastern part of Kyoto.
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328. Issen Yoshoku, Gion, Kyoto, Japan
Figure display outside Issen Yoshoku, a restaurant on Nawate-dori in the Gion district of Kyoto, Japan.
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329. Gion Side Street, Kyoto, Japan
A typical scene on a quiet backstreet in the Gion district of Kyoto, Japan.
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330. Autumn at Maruyama Park, Kyoto, Japan
An autumn view across a pond at Maruyama Park in the Higashiyama area of Kyoto, Japan.
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331. Garden View, Kenninji Temple, Kyoto, Japan
Kenninji claims to be Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple, founded in the early 13th century. This is a view of its Stone Garden from a tatami room inside the Main Hall.
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332. Gates at Kiyomizudera Temple, Kyoto, Japan
A view of the gates in the lower area of the famous Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto, Japan.
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333. Incense Oven, Kiyomizudera Temple, Kyoto, Japan
The morning sun gently hits an incense oven on the main balcony of Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto, Japan. Photo taken in 2006, before the onset of overtourism.
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334. Seasonal Illumination at Kodaiji Temple, Kyoto, Japan
Kodaiji is a Buddhist temple located in Higashiyama Ward in eastern Kyoto, Japan. In autumn, it is a very popular spot to view the colorful seasonal foliage.
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335. Gateway to Autumn, Nanzenji Temple, Kyoto, Japan
At Nanzenji Temple in Kyoto, Japan, visitors are enjoying autumn colors while sitting in the door frame of the Sanmon Gate.
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336. Ninenzaka, Kyoto, Japan
Ninenzaka is a lane lined with beautifully restored traditional shop houses, situated along the descent from Kiyomizudera Temple in Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan.
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337. Tea Time, Hosenin Temple, Ohara, Kyoto, Japan
Temple staff rushing to serve Green Tea and Japanese Sweets at Hosenin Temple in the beautiful Ōhara area of Northern Kyoto, Japan.
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338. Shops along Sanzen-in Approach, Kyoto, Japan
The approach to Sanzen-in Temple in Ohara, Kyoto, Japan is lined with shops selling souvenirs and a variety of food items.
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339. Moss Garden at Sanzen-in, Ohara, Kyoto, Japan
Stone Buddhas at the Moss Garden of Sanzen-in Temple in Ohara, north of Kyoto, Japan.
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340. Ominous Weather, Kyoto, Japan
During an autumn afternoon rain, I was able to capture this view of Kyoto, roughly overlooking the area to the southwest of Kyoto Station.
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341. Sannenzaka, Kyoto, Japan
Sannenzaka is a scenic slope with historic buildings in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district. There are many delightful shops and restaurants.
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342. Shop Fronts at Sannenzaka, Kyoto, Japan
A view of some old shop and restaurant exteriors in the Sannenzaka area of Kyoto, Japan.
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343. Takao Kanko Hotel, Kyoto, Japan
The Takao area north of central Kyoto is home to the Takao Kanko Hotel, which boasts a scenic and quiet location in the forest along the Kiyotaki River.
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344. Autumn Balcony, Tofukuji Temple, Kyoto, Japan
Tsutenkyo Bridge at Tōfukuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan, becomes one of the city’s most busy spots in autumn, as visitors come to enjoy the seasonal colors.
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345. Through the Gate, Kyoto, Japan
Looking through the gate of Koshindo Temple near Yasaka Pagoda in eastern Kyoto, Japan, I was able to capture some typical Kyoto elements in a single frame.
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346. Churchill Statue, Parliament Square, London, England
My take on the statue of Winston Churchill on Parliament Square in London, England.
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347. Christmas Singer, Covent Garden, London, England
A woman is singing Christmas songs at Covent Garden in London, England.
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348. Cutty Sark, Greenwich, London, England
Cutty Sark, the famous British 19th-century clipper ship, is seen at a dry dock in Greenwich, London.
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349. Pall Mall After Rain, London, England
Extraordinary light after a rain shower on Pall Mall, a historic street with fashionable residences in Westminster, London.
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350. LOOK, Regent Street, London, England
At Regent Street in London, England, a double decker bus is decorated with an eye-catching advertisement.
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351. Southwark Cathedral Nave, London, England
An architectural detail study of the Nave of Southwark Cathedral in London, England.
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352. Spanish Galleon Tavern, Greenwich, London, England
A double-decker bus is passing the Spanish Galleon Tavern, a historic 19th century pub near Cutty Sark in Greenwich, London.
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353. Evening on Tower Bridge, London, England
An evening walk across Tower Bridge in London, England. The City Hall (GLA Building) is visible in the background.
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354. Taxi Ride, Trafalgar Square, London, England
A taxi passenger taking in a view of the surroundings on Trafalgar Square, London, England.
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355. Cherry Blossoms at Matsuyama Castle, Shikoku, Japan
Cherry trees in full bloom, and a friendly mascot, at Matsuyama Castle on the southern island of Shikoku, Japan.
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356. Platform 1, Mojiko Station, Kitakyushu, Japan
A perspective study along platform 1 of Mojikō Station in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.
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357. Spires, Munich, Germany
Spires of the Old Town Hall and Heilig-Geist-Kirche (Church of the Holy Spirit) in Munich, Germany.
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358. Figure at Antique Bookstore, Nagano, Japan
A friendly figure is standing beside a bookshelf at an antiques shop inside Gondo shopping street, Nagano, Japan.
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359. Beer Hall Topi, Gondo Shopping Street, Nagano, Japan
Exterior of a distinctively colored drinking establishment at Gondo Shopping Street in Nagano, Japan.
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360. Hairdresser, Gondo Shopping Street, Nagano, Japan
Exterior of a hairdresser’s shop at Gondo Shopping Street in Nagano, Japan.
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361. Shop and Mural, Gondo Shopping Street, Nagano, Japan
At Gondo Shopping Street in Nagano, Japan, an advertisement mural is painted on the wall beside an old shop.
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362. Sushi Restaurant, Gondo Shopping Street, Nagano, Japan
Exterior of a traditional sushi restaurant at Gondo Shopping Street in Nagano, Japan.
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363. Autumn at Minakami Shrine, Nagano, Japan
Minakami Jinja on Mount Minakami outside Matsushiro in Nagano, Japan, dates back to the 15th/16th centuries.
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364. The Old Pharmacy, Nagano, Japan
An old pharmacy in the area close to Zenkoji Temple in Nagano, Japan.
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365. Messy Corner, Nakano, Tokyo, Japan
A makeshift exhaust pipe and a brick-pattern shirt are just two of the many details in this scene from a street corner in Nakano, Tokyo, Japan.
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366. Pub Lane, Nakano, Tokyo, Japan
A typical back alley of small restaurants, pubs and music clubs in the Nakano district of Tokyo, Japan.
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367. Choice of Pubs, Nakano, Tokyo, Japan
A typical lane of pubs, restaurants and music clubs in the Nakano district of Tokyo, Japan.
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368. Students touring Horyuji Temple, Nara, Japan
Students are seen taking a guided tour at Hōryūji Temple in Nara, Japan.
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369. Winter Window View, Nehren, Germany
A calm winter view out of the window of my study in Nehren, Germany, where I lived in the mid-2010s. There was some pretty special light during a snow shower.
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370. On Broadway, New York City
A photo taken in 2005 between 54th and 55th Streets on Broadway in New York City, looking into southern direction. The area has changed a lot since then.
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371. Washington Street, Brooklyn, New York City
Taken in Brooklyn’s DUMBO area, this photo looks north along Washington Street towards Manhattan Bridge and the distant silhouette of the Empire State Building.
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372. Deli at 7th Avenue & 49th Street, Manhattan, New York
An evening peek into a Deli on the corner of 7th Avenue and West 49th Street, a few blocks northeast of Times Square.
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373. Climbable Italian Flag, Little Italy, New York
In Little Italy, New York City, a building is painted in the colors of the Italian flag, with even the fire escape stairs matching the green color.
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374. The Look, Museum of Modern Art, New York City
A visitor looks through a window at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City.
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375. Areas of Interest, Museum of Modern Art, New York City
A visitor and a museum attendant are focusing their interests in this shot from the MoMA in New York City.
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376. Roosevelt Island Tram, New York City
Roosevelt Island Tramway in New York city opened in May 1976. It connects Roosevelt Island to the upper east side of Manhattan.
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377. South Street Seaport, New York City
A photo taken in 2005 of South Street Seaport in New York City. The district actually features some of the oldest buildings in Lower Manhattan.
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378. Escalator Ride, Manhattan, New York
Against a striking background pattern of colorful neon lights, people are riding an escalator at a store on Times Square in Manhattan, New York.
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379. Times Square Mounted Police, New York City
A policeman is seen navigating early-evening traffic on top of a horse on Times Square in New York City.
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380. View from Empire State Building, New York City
Looking northeast towards the MetLife and Chrysler Buildings in Manhattan from the Empire State Building’s 86th floor observation deck.
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381. Water Taxi on the East River, New York City
A water taxi is speeding along the East River in New York City. Manhattan Bridge and the Empire State Building are visible in the background.
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382. 51st Street Subway Station, Manhattan, New York
An E Train is seen arriving at Lexington Ave/51st Street Subway Station in Manhattan, New York.
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383. Group of Four Trees, Manhattan, New York
The Groupe de quatre arbres sculpture by Jean Dubuffet at 28 Liberty Street in the Financial District of lower Manhattan, New York.
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384. Sailing in New York Harbor, September 1996
Taken on a Circle Line Cruise in September 1996, this photo of New York Harbor shows lower Manhattan with the old World Trade Center.
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385. Back Lane with Pubs, Nishi-Ogikubo, Tokyo, Japan
A typical back lane with a diverse line-up of pubs and restaurants in Nishi-Ogikubo, Tokyo, Japan.
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386. Umbrella Still Life, Nishi-Ogikubo, Tokyo, Japan
Umbrellas have been left outside to dry in a residential area of Nishi-Ogikubo in Tokyo, Japan.
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387. Ochanomizu, Tokyo - Drumming Practice at Rental Studio
Today, I went to a rental studio in Ochanomizu, Tokyo, for some drumming practice. I had managed to reserve a room with a drum kit for two hours.
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388. Autumn with Dog, Ukan Gorge, Okayama, Japan
A young couple and their dog are enjoying a relaxing moment of autumn-leaf viewing at Ukan Gorge in Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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389. Festival Dancers, Okayama, Japan
Dancers at the Okayama Uraja Festival in Okayama City, Japan. The festival is held every year on the first weekend in August.
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390. Solitude, Onomichi, Japan
A lone walker in the old town of Onomichi in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan.
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391. Statues, Senkoji Temple, Onomichi, Japan
Statues at Senkōji Temple in Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. I was aiming for a “historic” look in this shot which was taken in January 2013.
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392. Osechi Ryori (New Year Food), Okayama, Japan
Osechi-ryōri is a subset of Japanese cuisine made up of dishes that are traditionally eaten on New Years.
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393. Autumn Belfry, Enryakuji Temple, Otsu, Japan
Enryakuji is a Tendai monastery located on Mount Hiei in Ōtsu, overlooking Kyoto. In this autumn scene, visitors are waiting at the belfry to ring the bell.
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394. Autumn Slope, Enryakuji Temple, Otsu, Japan
An autumn impression from Enryakuji Temple, located to the northeast of Kyoto on Mount Hiei in Ōtsu, Japan. The structure on the right is Yokokawa Main Hall.
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395. Old Restaurants, Otsuka, Tokyo, Japan
Old Restaurants around Ōtsuka Station in Tokyo, Japan. The train tracks belong to the Toden Arakawa Line that was re-branded as “Tokyo Sakura Tram” in 2017.
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396. Tram and Old Restaurants, Otsuka, Tokyo, Japan
Old Restaurants around Ōtsuka Station in Tokyo, Japan. The train in front is a Toden Arakawa Line that was re-branded as “Tokyo Sakura Tram” in 2017.
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397. Japanese Lunch at "Shunbou" in Roppongi, Tokyo, April 29, 2025
My wife and I went to Shunbou (旬房), a Japanese restaurant in Roppongi Hills, Tokyo. We used the lunch coupons that we had received after the health checkup.
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398. Riverside View, Rottenburg am Neckar, Germany
A view across the Neckar River towards the old town of Rottenburg am Neckar in the southwestern part of Germany.
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399. Local Apparel, Sankt Wolfgang, Austria
A local shop displaying a selection of traditional clothes in Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut, Austria.
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400. Autumn at Seiryoji Temple, Sagano, Kyoto, Japan
Seiryōji is a Buddhist temple in the Sagano area of Kyoto, Japan. The temple is known for its sandalwood image of Shaka (Shakyamuni), the historical Buddha.
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401. Autumn at Joshinji Temple, Tokyo, Japan
Joshinji, a Buddhist temple affiliated with the Jōdo sect located in the Setagaya Ward of Tokyo, Japan, is a popular destination for autumn leaf viewing.
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402. Autumn Photos, Joshinji Temple, Tokyo, Japan
During autumn season, visitors are taking photos at Joshinji, a Buddhist temple affiliated with the Jōdo sect situated in the Setagaya Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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403. Meat and Fish, Shimo-Takaido, Tokyo, Japan
Customers are looking at meat and seafood offered by this shop in Shimo-Takaido in the Setagaya Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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404. Street Food, Shibamata, Tokyo, Japan
Scene outside a typical traditional street food place in the traditional Shibamata area in the northeast of Tokyo, Japan.
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405. Shimogamo Shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Temple staff is performing some final cleaning outside Shimogamo Shrine on the day of the Aoi Matsuri, a major festival held every year in Kyoto, Japan.
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406. Rainy Delivery, Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, Japan
During pouring rain, a delivery person is pushing a cart with beverage containers around Shimokitazawa in Tokyo, Japan.
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407. Container Terminal, Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan
View towards a container terminal in the Shinagawa Ward of Tokyo, Japan, as seen from a hotel in the area.
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408. Autumn Painter, Hofukuji Temple, Soja, Japan
A painter at work on a fine autumn day at Hōfukuji Temple in Sōja, Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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409. At the Pond, Hofukuji Temple, Soja, Japan
An elderly couple enjoys a quiet moment by the pond on a fine autumn day at Hōfukuji Temple in Sōja, Okayama Prefecture, Japan.
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410. Autumn Afternoon, Showa Memorial Park, Tachikawa, Japan
A quiet autumn afternoon scene along a pond at Showa Memorial Park in Tachikawa, Japan. The beautiful park is located 30 minutes west of Central Tokyo by train.
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411. Autumn at Showa Memorial Park, Tachikawa, Japan
A quiet autumn afternoon scene at Showa Memorial Park in Tachikawa, Japan. The beautiful park is located 30 minutes west of Central Tokyo by train.
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412. Neighborhood Restaurants, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
A lane of restaurants in a quiet side street of the Taito ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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413. Old Pub, Nakamise Shopping Street, Tateishi, Tokyo, Japan
A daytime look at a shuttered-down pub at the old Nakamise Shopping Street in Tateishi in the Katsushika Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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414. Old Butcher Shop, Tateishi, Tokyo, Japan
Front view of an old butcher’s shop in Tateishi, a traditional and rustic neighborhood of Tokyo, Japan.
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415. Church Reflection, Tauberbischofsheim, Germany
The spire of Stadtkirche (City Church) St. Martin is reflected off the entrance to a museum in Tauberbischofsheim, Germany.
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416. Outdoor Seating, Tauberbischofsheim, Germany
A street cafe table on a quiet side street in the historic city center of Tauberbischofsheim in the southwest-German state of Baden-Württemberg.
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417. Burning Incense, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Visitors are burning incense on the premises of Senso-ji Temple in the Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan.
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418. Fukagawa Fudōdō, Tokyo, Japan
Fukagawa Fudodo is a Tokyo branch of Naritasan Shinshoji Temple in Narita, Chiba Prefecture. This photo looks at its former main hall through an incense burner.
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419. Health Checkup, Cafe Lunch and Drum Practice, April 28, 2025
Busy day today: After going to the clinic for my annual health checkup, I had lunch at a cafe and then went to a rental studio for some drumming practice.
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420. Autumn Yellow, Hikarigaoka Park, Tokyo, Japan
A golden autumn scene from Hikarigaoka Park in the Nerima Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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421. Alpha Cafe, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
In the Honcho district of Tokyo’s Itabashi Ward, I took this exterior photo of the Alpha Café at dusk.
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422. Nakajuku Cherry Blossoms, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Afternoon sunlight on the cherry blossoms in the Nakajuku district of Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
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423. Vintage Games Shop, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
View of the entrance to a vintage games shop and museum in the Nakajuku area of Itabashi ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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424. Zuishin-mon Gate, Kanda Myojin, Tokyo, Japan
Zuishin-mon Gate at Kanda Myojin Shrine in Tokyo, Japan, was built as recently as 1975. This photo is from a visit during cherry blossom season.
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425. Kirigaoka Shopping Street, Tokyo, Japan
Kirigaoka Central Shopping Street, open since the 1950s, is located in the Kita Ward of Tokyo, Japan, inside an old Danchi.
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426. Flower-Watching, Kyu-Furukawa Gardens, Tokyo, Japan
Visitors are watching flowers outside a western-style mansion building at Kyū-Furukawa Gardens in Tokyo, Japan.
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427. Museum Visit and Cafe Lunch, April 20, 2025
For my birthday, my wife and I went to see an exhibition at the Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum, then had a nice cafe lunch in Komagome.
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428. Fortune Teller, Nihonbashi, Tokyo, Japan
On an early evening outside a department store in the Nihonbashi area of Tokyo, Japan, a fortune teller is seated on the sidewalk and waiting for clients.
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429. National Art Center, Roppongi, Tokyo, Japan
The National Art Center in Roppongi, Tokyo, designed by Kisho Kurokawa, is one of the largest exhibition spaces in Japan.
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430. Garden View, Shibamata Taishakuten, Tokyo, Japan
Enjoying the view of the Japanese Gardens at Taishakuten Daikyoji Temple in Shibamata, Tokyo, Japan.
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431. Shibamata Taishakuten Temple, Tokyo, Japan
Visitors frequent the grounds of Taishakuten Daikyoji Temple in Shibamata, Tokyo, Japan.
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432. Monochrome Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, Japan
A mid-day winter scene from a typical street in the Shimokitazawa area of Tokyo, Japan.
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433. Shinagawa Station Concourse, Tokyo, Japan
Going with the light mid-day flow of people in the concourse of Shinagawa Station in Tokyo, Japan.
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434. City Lights, Shiodome, Tokyo, Japan
Night view towards an illuminated Tokyo Tower from a hotel room at the Park Hotel Shiodome in Tokyo, Japan. Photo taken in 2006.
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435. Walking the Dogs by the Sumida River, Tokyo, Japan
An elderly woman using a walker is enjoying a sunny day with her two dogs along the Sumida River in Tokyo, Japan. Tokyo Skytree is visible in the background.
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436. Tokyo Skytree Contrasts, Tokyo, Japan
On a walk around Tokyo’s Sumida Ward, I found this photo angle that provided a nice contrast between the ultra-modern Tokyo Skytree and the wooden shed in the foreground.
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437. Visitors, Tokyo Daijingu, Tokyo, Japan
Visitors are frequenting the grounds of Tokyo Daijingu, one of the five major shrines in Tokyo, Japan.
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438. Dome Relief at Tokyo Station, Tokyo, Japan
An upward view looking at the architectural details of the northern dome in the Marunouchi Building of Tokyo Station in Tokyo, Japan.
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439. Anticipation, Tokyo, Japan
A woman is waiting underneath the northern rotunda of the old Tokyo Station building in Marunouchi, Tokyo, Japan.
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440. Cherry Blossoms Photographer, Ueno Park, Tokyo, Japan
A photographer is framing her shot of illuminated cherry blossoms at Ueno Park in Tokyo, Japan.
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441. Zojoji Autumn Colors, Tokyo, Japan
Japanese maple trees at the peak of their seasonal colors on a fine autumn day at Zojoji Temple in Tokyo, Japan.
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442. Duck Swimming in Art, Tübingen, Germany
A duck is swimming on the Neckar River in Tübingen, Germany. The rippled water surface reflects the colorful medieval buildings along the river banks.
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443. Tunnel of Ema, Sanada Shrine, Ueda, Japan
Ema (wishing plaques) at Sanada Shrine, located on the grounds of Ueda Castle in Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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444. Window Reflection, Ueda, Japan
A reflection of a street scene from a shop window in Ueda City in Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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445. Written on the Window, Ueda, Japan
Historic commercial buildings and pedestrian traffic are reflected in a shop window in Ueda, Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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446. Blossoms along the Stream, Ueda, Japan
A seasonal view of cherry blossoms along the Yadesawa River in the Yanagimachi area of Ueda, Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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447. Old Building Corridor, Ueda, Nagano, Japan
Yanagimachi is a historic area of Ueda City in Nagano, Japan, with pleasant photographic subjects like this old building’s entrance and corridor.
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448. Yanagimachi Street, Ueda, Japan
Historic Yanagimachi street in Ueda, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, is lined with traditional white-walled houses.
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449. The White Umbrella, Ueda, Japan
View along a side street of the Yanagimachi district in Ueda, Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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450. Meet me at the Cherry Blossoms, Ueno Park, Tokyo, Japan
Phoning a friend on a Cherry Blossom season evening at Ueno Park in Tokyo, Japan.
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451. Rainy Cherry Blossoms at Ushimado, Okayama, Japan
The seaside resort town of Ushimado in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, is home to olive groves and a lot of cherry trees.
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452. Yahiko Shrine, Niigata Prefecture, Japan
Yahiko Jinja is a Shinto Shrine in the village of Yahiko in Niigata Prefecture, Japan. It is situated at the foot of Mount Yahiko, a 634-meter sacred mountain.
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453. Surrounded, Emerald Lake, Yoho National Park, Canada
Beautiful turquoise Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park, surrounded by a forest of Engelmann spruce, is covered in ice most of the year.
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454. Itabashi Night Walks in Tokyo, Japan
In this project, I capture the nighttime atmosphere of residential backstreets in the Itabashi Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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455. Okayama Uraja Festival
Every year in early August, the Uraja festival is held in Okayama, Japan. Its main event is a dance parade, in which different groups are competing.
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456. Japan Street Photography
This portfolio presents a selection of street and people photography from Japan.
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457. Japan Travel Photography
This portfolio presents a selection of travel photography from locations around Japan.
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458. Nature Photography
This portfolio presents a selection of nature and landscape/scenic photography.
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459. People in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
A set of street photographs taken on a walk through the Asakusa district of Tokyo, Japan. Always interesting to watch peoples’ activities in the side streets.
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460. St. Barbara Parish Church, Bärnbach, Austria
Four photos of St. Barbara Parish Church (also known as “Hundertwasser Church”) in the town of Bärnbach in the Austrian federal state of Styria.
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461. Four photos from Bucharest, Romania
In mid-2006, I spent a few days for a business trip in Bucharest, the capital of Romania. Here are four impressions from a short walk around the city.
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462. Japanese Study at the Cafe: げんき14
Today, I went to a café in my neighborhood for some food, and for studying this month’s Japanese grammar and writing some new Kanji (GENKI, Lesson 14).
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463. Cafe Visit and Kanji Writing Practice: げんき 10
Today, I went to a local café for some food, and for studying and writing this month’s Kanji (GENKI, Lesson 10).
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464. Four urban patterns from Ichigaya, Tokyo, Japan
A variety of everyday patterns, and a genuinely offbeat restaurant sign, as spotted in the Ichigaya area of Tokyo, Japan.
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465. New Year's Shrine Visit, January 5, 2024
Today we went to Okunitama Shrine in Fuchu, western Tokyo, for Hatsumode - the first shrine visit of the New Year. This is one of Tokyo’s oldest shrines.
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466. Peacock displaying its plumage, Graz, Austria
A peacock displaying its plumage in the gardens around Eggenberg Palace in Graz, Austria.
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467. When Words Fail
On June 10, 2025, a shooter opened fire at a high school in Graz, Austria, killing 10 people and wounding 11 more.
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468. Goryokaku and Red Brick Warehouses, Hakodate, Japan
Today, in Hakodate in southern Hokkaido, Japan, we went up Goryokaku Tower to see Fort Goryokaku, and then went to the Red Brick Warehouses in the bay area.
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469. Idohado Doughnuts, Hakodate, Japan
While visiting the Motomachi district during our trip to Hakodate in southern Hokkaido this week, we went to Idohado Doughnuts, a unique and quirky little cafe.
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470. Motomachi District, Hakodate, Japan
Motomachi, located on the slopes of Mount Hakodate in southern Hokkaido, Japan, is a former residential area of foreign traders.
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471. Night Walk in Hakodate, Japan
Last night, my wife and I arrived for a short trip to Hakodate in southern Hokkaido, Japan. Here are some impressions from a walk in the hotel’s neighborhood.
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472. Johanneksenkirkko (St. John's Church), Helsinki, Finland
A set of images from Johanneksenkirkko (St. John’s Church), the biggest Lutheran church in Helsinki, Finland.
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473. Ullanlinna, Helsinki, Finland
Today, we took a short walk around Ullanlinna. The southernmost district of central Helsinki is known for its promenades, parks, and art nouveau architecture.
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474. ÅTER Tokyo, a Swedish café in Higashi-Ōjima
Today we went to ÅTER Tokyo, a Swedish cafe located in Higashi-Ojima in the Koto Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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475. Christmas Merriment, Ichigaya, Tokyo, Japan
A couple of unusual (and one more conventional) Christmas decorations that I came across today in Ichigaya, Tokyo - all within a course of less than 10 minutes.
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476. Autumn Light-Up on the Way Home, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Coming back from work tonight, I passed Shimizu Inari, a small local shrine in the Itabashi Ward of Tokyo. In late autumn, they light up the colorful leaves.
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477. Cafe Lunch at "Little Bean Works", Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
My wife and I went for a cafe lunch today at “Little Bean Works”, a local cafe in the Azusawa district of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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478. Coming back from Work, April 9, 2025
Coming back from the office this evening, I walked through a quiet residential area of the Shimura district in the Itabashi Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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479. Current Cherry Blossoms, March 27, 2025
I went grocery shopping during lunch break. Here are some quick unprocessed photos I took to document the current stage of this year’s cherry blossoms.
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480. End of the Day, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Today was this week’s office day. As usual, I took a short neighborhood walk in the evening to decompress, and captured a few night scenes in Itabashi, Tokyo.
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481. Hasunumacho Evening, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Today I worked at the office, and on my way back home, I got off a bit earlier to take a calming evening walk in the Hasunumacho district of Itabashi, Tokyo.
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482. Four Hipstamatic Photos from Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
A set of contrasty black & white shots from the Azusawa area of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan, taken a while back with the Hipstamatic app on my iPhone.
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483. Homura Coffee Sandwich and Kanji Practice
For last month’s Kanji writing practice (GENKI, Lesson 21), I went to a local café not too far from where I live.
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484. Night Shops along Itabashijuku, Tokyo, Japan
Four photos of night shops along Itabashi-juku, a small stretch of the former Nakasendo route in the Itabashi Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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485. Kickboxing and After, December 17, 2025
Tonight I went to my local kickboxing gym, where it was pleasantly quiet with just one other member working out. Also took some quick snaps on the way home.
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486. Late Lunch at "Cafe Arica", Itabashi, Tokyo, Feb 23, 2025
“cafe arica” in Tokiwadai, Itabashi, is a favorite Tokyo spot just a short bus ride away from our home. We went for a relaxed late lunch today.
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487. Cafe Lunch at "Little Bean Works"
Today, we went for a cafe lunch at “Little Bean Works”, a local cafe in the Azusawa district of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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488. Local Restaurants at Night, Itabashi, Tokyo
A set of four night photos taken outside local restaurants and bars in the Itabashi ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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489. Monochrome Office Day Evening, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Today was a rather busy office day. On my way home, I took a short walk to decompress, and shot some Hipstamatic photos in Itabashi Ward, Tokyo, Japan.
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490. Black and White Summer Evening, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan (Part 1)
On the way back home after my office day today, I got off the subway two stops earlier than usual, and took some monochrome street photos in Itabashi, Tokyo.
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491. Black and White Summer Evening, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan (Part 2)
A few more monochrome street photos from Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan, taken yesterday on my way home from the office.
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492. Short Visit at the Local Temple, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Earlier this week, I injured myself quite seriously during kickboxing training. I paid a short visit to Nanzoin, a local temple in the Itabashi Ward of Tokyo.
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493. Neighborhood Evening Panoramas, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Coming back from the office tonight, as an extension to my “ Itabashi Night Walks” project, I shot some panoramic photos around my neighborhood in Tokyo, Japan.
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494. Neighborhood Lunch, December 26, 2024
Went to “coffee and dining 自由自在” for a delicious set lunch, and had a simple blend coffee & donut at the shopping center. Happy and full. Life is good. 😇
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495. Nighttime Cherry Blossoms in Itabashi, Tokyo
Nighttime cherry blossoms in early April 2025 in the suburban Tokyo setting of Maenocho in Itabashi Ward.
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496. Night Scenes After Work, January 10, 2024
Some fresh night shots from this evening, taken in Itabashi Ward, Tokyo, on my way home from a day at the office. Nakajuku and Itabashi-Honchō areas.
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497. Red Urban Summer Sunset, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
When I came back from the office tonight, I saw an incredibly vivid sunset in my neighborhood in the Itabashi Ward of Tokyo, Japan. Here are a few quick photos.
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498. Sol's Coffee Apartment, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Today was a bank holiday in Japan. It was also very hot, but we went for lunch at Sol’s Coffee Apartment in the Kumanocho district of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo.
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499. Sunny December Side Streets, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Sun-flooded side streets and an old barbershop as seen during a walk in the Itabashi Ward of Tokyo, Japan, on today’s sunny afternoon.
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500. Itabashi Evening Sun on the Way Home, May 13, 2025
Today was a busy day at the office in Tokyo. After work, I got off the subway two stops earlier to walk the quiet Itabashi backstreets in the last sunlight.
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501. 2026, the Year of the Horse
Happy New Year! 2026 is the “Year of the Horse” here in Japan. A few days ago, we went to Okunitama Shrine in Fuchu for an in-between-years visit.
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502. Handmade Drum Practice Pad from 100 Yen-Shop Items
I recently came across a video by a Japanese YouTuber, and followed his suggested approach to fashion a drum practice pad out of items found at a 100 Yen Shop.
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503. Eight photos from Kamikochi, Nagano, Japan
Kamikōchi is a mountainous highland valley in the western part of Nagano Prefecture, Japan. This page presents a selection of photos from an early-autumn visit.
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504. Kappa Bridge, Kamikochi, Nagano, Japan
Kappa Bridge is crossing the Azusa River at Kamikōchi, a mountainous highland valley in the western part of Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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505. Cafe Suzunone, Karuizawa, Japan
Today, we went to Cafe Suzunone in Kyu-Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture. An atmospheric place with pretty good food, located smack dab in the middle of the forest.
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506. Uno Cafe outside Katori Shrine, Chiba Prefecture, Japan
Before entering Katori Jingu Shrine in Chiba Prefecture today, we had lunch at the delightful Uno Cafe just outside the shrine’s premises.
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507. Second Visit to Uno Cafe, Katori, Japan
Uno Cafe near Katori Shrine in Chiba Prefecture is a place we had discovered on our first visit last year. Established in 1937, it has a very homely feel.
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508. Keage Incline Cherry Blossoms, Kyoto, Japan
Visitors enjoying the Cherry Blossoms along the Keage Incline in the Higashiyama district of eastern Kyoto, Japan.
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509. Items in a Shop Window, Kobe, Japan
In the Kitano Ijinkan area of Kobe, Japan, I took this close-up of items in the window of a shop selling gifts and paper goods.
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510. Koenji Facades and Entrances, Tokyo, Japan
Four doors — or rather, three doors and a rather questionable ascent to one more door - from Kōenji in Tokyo, Japan.
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511. Komagome, Tokyo - Second Drumming Lesson, then Lunch in Nezu
I had my second regular drumming lesson today at Komagome in Tokyo. Afterwards, I went to Nezu, where my wife joined me for lunch after her weekend sports.
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512. Third Drumming Lesson and Sunday Afternoon Things
I went to my third drumming lesson today at Komagome in Tokyo. Afterwards, I walked to Sugamo, from where I took the subway to meet my wife for a cafe lunch.
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513. Komagome, Tokyo - Sakura and Trial Drumming Lesson
Today, I went to Komagome, Tokyo, for a trial lesson to learn drumming. I also saw some cherry blossoms outside the station.
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514. Drumming, Bento and Eki Stamps, Komagome, Tokyo, November 8, 2025
During today’s drumming lesson in Komagome, Tokyo, we continued to work on accentuated patterns as started in the previous lesson at the end of October.
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515. Late Cherry Blossoms, Hirano Shrine, Kyoto, Japan
Late cherry blossoms at Hirano Jinja in Kyoto, Japan. Petals are falling to the ground, and food and drink outlets are slowly but surely wrapping up the season.
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516. Four Photos from Isola Madre, Lago Maggiore, Italy
A set of photos from Isola Madre in Italy, the largest island of the Isole Borromee archipelago in Lake Maggiore in the Alps.
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517. Former Matsushiro Station, Nagano, Japan
Matsushiro Station was a station on the Yashiro Line of the Nagano Electric Railway Company. The line, and all of its stations, were decommissioned in 2012.
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518. Hotel Lobby Shadow Plays, Nagano, Japan
While waiting at a hotel in Nagano, Japan, for our room to be ready, I took some monochrome photos of interior details in the lobby with the Hipstamatic app.
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519. Narai-juku, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
Four photos from a walk along Narai-juku, the main road of this former post town along the Nakasendo in Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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520. Last Day of New Year's Holiday 2025
I got quite a few things done on January 5, 2025, the last day of my New Year’s holiday.
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521. Four Moments from Omaha, Nebraska
Four random scenes from Omaha, Nebraska, photographed around Old Market and at Village Pointe Mall.
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522. Yukichi Watabe: A Criminal Investigation
Photo book recommendation: A fascinating set of images shot by photo journalist Yukichi Watabe (1924-1993) during a murder investigation in late-1950s Japan.
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523. Autumn Fields, Pliezhausen, Germany
Scenes from an autumn afternoon in the fields and orchards outside the southwest-German village of Pliezhausen.
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524. finn coffee, Sagamihara, Japan
I had to go to an appointment in Machida today, and afterwards, my wife and I explored the area around Hashimoto Station in Sagamihara, Kanagawa.
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525. Nounours Cafe, Sapporo, Japan
Today in Sapporo, Japan, we went to the delightful Nounours Café (ヌヌースカフェ), two minutes west from Minami-Hiragishi subway station on the Namboku line.
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526. Small Things Coffee, Sapporo, Japan
Today in Sapporo, Japan, we went to Small Things Coffee, a very relaxed and chill café not too far from JR Naebo Station.
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527. Setsubun 2025
Today is Setsubun (節分), the day before spring in the old calendar in Japan.
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528. Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo: Cafe Lunch and Museum Visit
Today in Tokyo, we went to Nishi-Shinjuku, where after café lunch at Excelsior Caffe, we went to the Sompo Museum of Art to see the Maurice Utrillo exhibition.
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529. Four Still Lifes from Taito, Tokyo, Japan
A set of still life images taken on a walk around the Taito Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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530. Bitchu Matsuyama Castle, Takahashi, Japan
Four photos taken at Bitchū Matsuyama Castle in Takahashi City, Okayama Prefecture.
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531. At the Kanazawaya Bedding Store in Takasaki, Gunma, Japan
Today, my wife and I went to Kanazawaya (金澤屋), a bedding store in Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture.
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532. Cafe Breakfast
Happy to be able to go to the local coffee shop (“Coffee-Kan” in the Maenocho district of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo) for breakfast this morning, after having been a little sick recently. The …
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533. Autumn Equinox Cafe Lunch, Akabane, Tokyo, Japan
For an outside lunch on today’s Japanese bank holiday (Autumn Equinox), we cycled to a cafe in the Akabane area of Tokyo.
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534. Ramen Restaurants, Asakusabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Late-afternoon passersby checking out Ramen restaurants in the Asakusabashi area of Tokyo, Japan.
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535. Around the Nitto Towel Building in Bakurocho, Tokyo, Japan
A set of street photos taken around the strikingly yellow “Nitto Towel” building in the Nihonbashi Bakurocho area of Tokyo, Japan.
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536. Cafe Koala & Lion & Sometimes Cheetahs, Tokyo, Japan
This afternoon’s café: “Cafe Koala & Lion & Sometimes Cheetahs”, not far from Zoshigaya in the Toshima Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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537. Exactly as Advertised
“Café Lexcel” at the Tokyo International Forum in Yurakucho did a stellar job today delivering the Hōjicha roll cake exactly as specified on their ad.
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538. First office day of the New Year, January 8, 2025
Today is my first office day of the new year - I mostly work from home. Here are some snaps from this morning, all taken in the Marunouchi and Otemachi areas.
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539. Ginza Night Double Exposure, Tokyo, Japan
I took a few photos tonight at Ginza, Tokyo, while waiting to pick up my wife from choir practice. I digitally blended two of them into a double exposure.
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540. My Wife's Hand-Drawn Kickboxing Key Rings
Earlier this year, my wife and I both took up kickboxing as a new sports hobby. Recently, she made some cute drawings of us in kickboxing gear.
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541. Two Hours of Drumming Practice, July 20, 2025
Today I went for some drumming practice. I recently discovered a rental music studio just two subway stops from my place, and I registered as a member today.
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542. SKWAT Kameari Art Center, Tokyo, Japan
Today, I went to SKWAT Kameari Art Center (SKAC) in Nishikameari, Tokyo, Japan. An Interesting space filled with vinyl records and photography / art books.
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543. Hitotsubashi University, Kunitachi, Tokyo, Japan
As we wanted to see some Green today, my wife and I went to Kunitachi in western Tokyo. Hitotsubashi University campus provided a nice calming environment.
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544. Spring at Kyū-Furukawa Gardens, Tokyo, Japan
Some impressions from a short spring visit to Kyu-Furukawa Gardens at Nishigahara in the Kita Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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545. Marunouchi December Morning Sun, Tokyo, Japan
On my way to work this morning, I took some photos of the winter sun doing its magic on the urban surroundings in the business district close to Tokyo Station.
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546. Cherry Blossoms in Naka-Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan
Some scenes of cherry blossom viewing along the Shakuji River in the Naka-Itabashi area of Itabashi Ward in Tokyo, Japan.
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547. Office Day, February 5, 2025
On the way to work this morning, I enjoyed the fresh winter air and took some photos along the way in the Marunouchi and Otemachi areas of Tokyo, Japan.
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548. Office Day, February 26, 2025
Went to the office this morning, and enjoyed some nice light and quietude in the Marunouchi district near Tokyo Station. Always going early to beat the crowds.
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549. Office Day, March 13, 2025
Today was my office day for this week. The 7:15 morning sun has now reached a noticeably different position - some impressions from Marunouchi in Tokyo, Japan.
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550. Office Day, December 4, 2025
Today was my work-at-the-office day for this week. Before embarking on my schedule, I took a short morning walk around Marunouchi, Tokyo, at a brisk 3°C.
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551. Office Day, August 27, 2025
Today was this week’s office day - upon arriving at Otemachi Station, I fired up the Hipstamatic app to capture some monochrome Tokyo summer morning scenes.
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552. Cafe Lunch and Reading, Ogawamachi, Tokyo
I had free-drink tickets for “Excelsior Caffe” that were about to expire - so I had to take countermeasures.
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553. Ogawamachi -> Ochanomizu -> Suidobashi, December 29, 2024
Notes and some photos from a December Sunday walk around Ogawamachi, Ochanomizu and Suidobashi in Tokyo, Japan.
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554. Office Day, March 19, 2025
Impressions from a wet and cold mid-March morning in the Marunouchi area of Tokyo, Japan.
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555. Shibuya Crossing at Street Level, Tokyo, Japan
That feeling of walking across the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing in Tokyo, Japan, as a part of the crowd on a rainy day.
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556. Ichigaya Letterpress Factory, Tokyo, Japan
While walking around Ichigaya in the Shinjuku Ward of Tokyo, Japan, my wife and I randomly came across the very interesting Ichigaya Letterpress Factory today.
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557. Neighborhood Walk, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
An old woman is looking at the photographer while walking through a neighborhood in the Taito Ward of Tokyo, Japan.
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558. Evening Pubs at Takinogawa, Tokyo, Japan
On the way home from work last night, I walked through the Takinogawa area of Kita Ward in Tokyo, Japan. Quite a few old pubs and eateries still open daily.
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559. Two Days of Job Training, April 23-24, 2025
Yesterday and today, I went to the office in Toyosu, Tokyo, for two days of job-related training. Here are a few quick photographic impressions.
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560. Autumn Sunday Walk to Yushima, Tokyo, Japan
Taking advantage of the nice Tokyo autumn weather this Sunday, I took a short walk from Ochanomizu to the Yushima area in Bunkyo Ward.
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561. Night Architecture at Tokyo International Forum, Japan
Four architecture photos taken late one evening, inside and around the Tokyo International Forum in Yurakucho.