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Inamura Rock: Majestic autumn landscape with vibrant foliage and peaceful village in Japan.

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Nippara: Where The Samurai Came To Find Peace

Chance discoveries are often the most amazing. It was on the road to Nippara limestone caves that I found this village of little interest yet total surprise.

December 15, 2021

Abandoned Hachijo Royal: Japans Haunting Luxury Hotel Relic

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Hachijo Royal Hotel: The Largest Abandoned Resort in Japan

It’s 300 kilometres from Tokyo, but that's where I meet up with my pal Martin for new adventures ... on a deserted island, in a forgotten hotel ...

October 28, 2021

Aogashima: Japans Majestic Volcanic Island Haven

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Aogashima: Double Volcano Island

Aogashima is a very mysterious island. Online, always the same photos taken from a helicopter, sometimes photoshopped. But what’s really hidden behind these lava walls?

July 2, 2020

Captivating rock sculptures resembling human forms in Habushiura Natural Park.

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Niijima: The Island of Lava Cascades

After a pleasant overnight ferry trip from Tokyo, it’s 6am, and the outline of Niijima is already on the horizon. So here’s the famous Easter Island of Tokyo! The distinctive feature of the island is that it...

June 21, 2018

Discover the raw beauty of Oshima Islands volcanic landscape with Mt. Miharas dramatic crater.

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Oshima and its Black Desert

Oshima is the largest island in the Izu peninsula. It has an active volcano surrounded by black desert... the only desert in Japan!

May 22, 2018

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Nakagin Capsule Tower

So everyday, I was walking from Ginza and Shiodome and on the way, here it was: the Nakagin Capsule Tower.

June 17, 2016

Traditional Japanese bathhouse with wooden tubs, natural light, and serene ambiance in Tokyo.

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Tokyo Sento with Stéphanie: Takara-yu

Just follow me and we'll take a bath together, along with my friend Stéphanie. She’s become the ambassador for sento – public bathhouses – so we'll let her choose a good one for us.

January 25, 2016

Winter scene in Roppongi, Tokyo with snow-covered branches and crimson berries creating enchanting beauty.

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The Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo

I have been taken short notice once again by the early bloom of the cherry trees and I had to figure out an urgent day to wander the Tokyo streets and find nice scenes.

March 31, 2015

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Snow Storm in Roppongi

The snow falls every year in Tokyo. Once. This year again, it's been snowing. But twice, violently, and the snow was going with a a strong and freezing north wind.

December 16, 2014

Serene beauty of Koishikawa Kōrakuen Garden in Tokyo, Japan: lush landscape with tranquil pond.

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The Gardens of Koishikawa Korakuen

Koishikawa Korakuen is a garden of the Edo period and therefore, it is one of Tokyo’s oldest garden.

June 10, 2014

Serene Nezu Shrine with lush azalea gardens, a vibrant Japanese oasis of colorful flowers.

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The Azaleas of Nezu Shrine

The biggest azaleas explosion is at Nezu Shrine : there are some 3,000 shrubs of about ten different colours, just that !

May 31, 2014

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

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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.

August 4, 2013

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

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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.

April 19, 2013

Discover the enchanting alleyways of historic Shibu Onsen, Japan, filled with lantern-lit wooden buildings.

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Nagano with Friends: Departure

What about traveling with us to Nagano guys? All in drawings?

August 17, 2012

Solar eclipse with suns corona against dark, cloudy sky in Japan 2012.

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Eclipse 2012 seen from Tokyo

The full eclipse of 2012, in Tokyo.

May 21, 2012

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

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Gundam Odaiba 2012

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

May 18, 2012

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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...

January 20, 2012

Tranquil autumn beauty in Japanese garden with vibrant foliage surrounding serene pond.

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Autumn Leaves in Tokyo

When Winnie the pooh is taking a walk with Christopher Robin in the 100 acre wood, it must have be autumn when they looked down the river, and suddenly there is everything you need to know.

December 22, 2011

Traditional Japanese shrine interior with wooden beams, lanterns, and serene atmosphere in Tokyo.

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Ghost Tour in Tokyo

Couple days ago, purely by chance, we ran into a group of Tokyo ghost haunters. Never would miss any chance of interesting exploration, we joined and shared the story of the day.

December 5, 2011

Tokyo Tower at night: iconic landmark in Japans capital, illuminated in golden light.

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Tokyo Tower, Shining at Night

We decided to go to see Tokyo Tower by night, from the Observation deck of Roppongi Mori Tower. It was actually right on top of the roof!

October 23, 2011

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