Kanto

Kanto

Edogawa City Fireworks Spectacular lighting up the night sky with vibrant colors. Lively
Edogawa

The Fireworks of Edogawa

An illuminated Fuji-san, followed by 4 big bursts of fireworks on its top: that's the signature of the Edogawa Fireworks.

Fireworks Festival
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Stars in Ogushi Ethereal
Gunma

The Milky Way ~ A Nocturnal Hiatus

When we looked up, a miracle revealed itself: billions of stars and the milky way stretched from one side of the sky to another.

Tanabata Night
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Cherry Blossom Beauty in Tokyo: A vibrant display of nature and culture in Japan. Serene
Japan

Spring 2013: The Sakura of Peace

This year my wish was to let Kami-sama take me by the hand for nice, random walks through the city and enjoy the hanami in a more spiritual and romantic way.

Cherry Blossom Peak
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Chatsubomigoke Serene
Autumn

Chatsubomigoke, The Most Enchanting Hell on Earth

Be careful, this is not the natural Onsen you want to bath in!

Autumn Onsen Season
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Red arch bridge reflecting on calm forest lake in Gunma, Japan Nostalgic
Gunma

The Usui Pass and the Meganebashi

The contrast of the red and the green surrounding created a perfect balance, peaceful and romantic. In my vision, some girl from the countryside is likely to appear on the bridge on a old fashioned bike...

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Impressive RX-78-2 Gundam statue in urban setting with bustling crowd and modern buildings. Easy walk
Japan

Gundam Odaiba 2012

I have persuaded Gundam to come back to Tokyo, landing in Odaiba once more.

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1–2 hours (allow extra time if you want to wait for the animation/show cycle and take lots of photos)
Evolution of Japans historic Negishi Grandstand: witness to horse racings cultural impact and legacy. Haunting
Kanagawa

Negishi Racecourse: Story & Blood (2/2)

I go first. I move slowly under the surveillance camera, I approach the barbed wire... My god, it will not be easy! I try to pull myself up, but I could only get close the damn barbed wire that is ready to slide me open any minute.

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Negishi Grandstands: Abandoned Equestrian Relic in Yokohama - Decay and history intertwined. Haunting
Japan

The Abandoned Negishi Grandstand (1/2)

In Yokohama, near Tokyo, is one of the most famous ruins of Japan: the Negishi Grandstand. This is a favorite spot among Japanese urban explorers but despite its outside, I have never dared to explore it.

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Explore the decaying antenna in Fuchu, a forgotten relic in natures embrace. Off the map
Japan

Fuchu Abandoned US Air Force Base

But then I was still hesitating, weighing my judgments. Jing took the initiative and jumped on the fence like a cat on the run! Surprised, I followed without taking a second look behind. After a short dash, we are safe hidden in the branches. Catching our breath, now it is time to check in our location on Facebook.

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