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Sunset Over Abandoned Gunkanjima - Eerie landscape of Gunkanjima at sunset, with crumbling buildings.

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Gunkanjima: Between Hell & Paradise

The place at the top of Gunkanjima Island is one of the least visited: it is the home of the masters, of those who were in control of the island.

December 17, 2012

Captivating Mossy Landscape in Gunma, Japan - Enchanting Green Moss and Flowing Water Scene.

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Chatsubomigoke, The Most Enchanting Hell on Earth

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

December 9, 2012

Enchanting autumn scene of Nishizawa Valley with waterfalls, foliage, and serene atmosphere in Japan.

Autumn Chubu Japan Yamanashi

Shosenkyo & Nishizawa Valley in Autumn

This is the perfect opportunity for me to go to Yamanashi Prefecture where I spotted two beautiful valleys: Shosenkyo Valley and Nishizawa Valley.

October 24, 2012

Forgotten Wonderland: Haunting beauty of abandoned amusement park in Yamaguchi, Japan.

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Desolated New Zealand Village

New Zealand Village is a place that is only suitable for a perfect weather, with nice breeze and a relaxed heart.

September 6, 2012

Eerie night view of abandoned Nara Dreamland Roller Coaster in Japan.

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Nara Dreamland: The Abandoned Rollercoasters

Nara Dreamland - the last big abandoned attraction park in Japan - is still standing 2 years later after my first visit !

September 2, 2012

Decaying Japanese Hospital in Kanto: Urban Exploration Relic Amidst Natures Reclaiming.

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Little Abandoned Japanese Clinics

I am a great fun of abandoned hospitals, they are my favorite type of haikyo. Not those empty concrete buildings, but the small wooden clinics rotting away quietly in the countryside without anyone noticing.

September 1, 2012

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

Chubu Japan Minato Nagano Winter

Nagano with Friends: Departure

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

August 17, 2012

The Majestic Kurobe Dam in Japan: A Symbol of Engineering Marvel.

Chubu Japan Summer Toyama

The Highest Dam of Japan: Kurobe

Kurobe Dam is considered a big success in Japan. It is by far the tallest dam in Japan, with a very impressively beautiful artificial lake.

July 19, 2012

Enigmatic Red Bridge in Gunma, Japan - Tranquil, captivating, mysterious scene in lush nature.

Gunma Japan Kanto Summer

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...

July 7, 2012

Exploring eerie beauty at abandoned Shiraishi Mine, Japan - White Labyrinth urban exploration.

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Shiraishi Mine: An Endless Discovery

The gigantic wooden shelves could not stand against the strong wind, nor did the limestone powder stored on those shelves which was mostly washed away with the rain.

June 11, 2012

Abandoned classroom on Gunkanjima Island: decaying furniture, haunting atmosphere of forgotten mining community.

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Gunkanjima: The Haunted School

The wind whistles through the wide open windows, when it cease, you hear he ocean waves breaking on the concrete walls of the island. The silent piano seems to be listening as well.

June 6, 2012

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

Japan Kanto Tokyo

Eclipse 2012 seen from Tokyo

The full eclipse of 2012, in Tokyo.

May 21, 2012

Exploring Gunkanjima: A lone explorer amidst haunting urban decay in Nagasaki, Japan.

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Gunkanjima: A Maze of Streets & Hellish Staircases

Gunkanjima is an abandoned metropolis that is almost beyond your imagination. Despite a history that justifies its crazy evolution the reality is hard to believable; the Island, yet tiny , is a fabulous labyrinth of...

May 20, 2012

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

Japan Kanto Minato Tokyo

Gundam Odaiba 2012

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

May 18, 2012

Tranquil white cherry blossoms in bloom at Shinjuku Garden, Tokyo, against red foliage backdrop.

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Yet Another Spring Comes in Japan

Last year when I first arrived in Japan, I was really looking forward to my first Hanami. But unfortunately the earthquake happened just before the warm south wind came, and everyone was told to constrain themselves and...

April 27, 2012

Evolution of Japans historic Negishi Grandstand: witness to horse racings cultural impact and legacy.

Kanagawa Kanto Urbex Yokohama

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...

April 21, 2012

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

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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.

April 11, 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.

Autumn Japan Kanto Tokyo

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.

Japan Kanto Shinjuku Tokyo

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

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