On a crisp mid-October afternoon, I found myself wandering the historic streets of Sawara, located…
Month: October 2023

Jōnen-dake’s Spring Embrace: Cherry Blossoms and Snow-Capped Peaks
On a brilliantly clear spring afternoon in early May, I stood amidst the vibrant hues…

Biei’s Quilted Countryside: The Patchwork Hills Beneath a Cloudy Canopy
On an overcast afternoon in early August, I found myself in Biei, Hokkaido, aiming my…

Harbor Views from Yokohama: Bridging Nature and Urbanity
On a crisp mid-October afternoon, I found myself wandering the scenic paths of Minato-no-Mieru Oka…

Oyama Afuri Shrine: A Glimpse into Nature’s Embrace and Japan’s Spiritual Heart
In the heart of Kanagawa’s Isehara city, the Oyama Afuri Shrine stands as a testament…

Hokokuji’s Verdant Veil: Midday Among the Bamboo
Just a short distance from the bustling center of Kamakura, Hokokuji Temple offers a tranquil…

Biei’s Enchanted Waters: The Allure of the Blue Pond
Nestled in the picturesque town of Biei in Hokkaido, the “Blue Pond” has captivated countless…

Niji-no-Matsubara’s Embrace: The Verdant Stretch Viewed from Kagamiyama Observatory
From the Kagamiyama Observatory in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture, I captured the Niji-no-Matsubara pine grove,…

Yoichi Distillery: A Glimpse into the Heart of Japanese Whisky
Nestled in the heart of Hokkaido’s Yoichi town, the Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery stands as…

Autumn Serenity: Glimpses of Kasumigaura’s Silvery Radiance
Beneath the clear autumn sky, the vast expanse of Lake Kasumigaura reveals its tranquil beauty….