Miniature landscapes capture the quintessence of memorable Arashiyama, Kyoto
Situated in the far west of Kyoto, Arashiyama is the second-most famous sightseeing district in the area. Renowned for its majestic and otherworldly towering bamboo…
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Stunning and Heartwarming Photography From the ‘Bubble Uncle’ Who Spreads Joy Around Japan
A man who calls himself Bubble Ojisan (a word meaning a middle aged man or uncle) on Twitter has been spreading joy with the simple…
What is Diamond Fuji and Where Can You See It?
Diamond Fuji is a phenomenon that occurs when the sun seems to sit directly above the summit of Mount Fuji, looking like a sparkling diamond…
Why This Picturesque Japanese Village Looks Just Like a Swiss Christmas Card
If you look at this photo and think it doesn’t look like anywhere else in Japan, you’d be right. Shirakawa-Go, a mountain settlement in Gifu…
Astonishing Memo Pads Reveal Intricate Embedded Models The More You Use Them
Updated: February 12th, 2018 You don’t need to be a stationery enthusiast to appreciate this marvel of fine craftsmanship, beauty and utility. With their OMOSHIROI…
Ethereal Winter Wonderland Photos Taken by Hokkaido Student Look Straight Out of Narnia
While Tokyo is only just starting to feel the chill of winter, Northern parts of Japan have already had their first snows of the year….
Mosaic Of Contrast: The Beautiful Landscapes Of Vietnam
When French photographer Réhahn visited Vietnam on a mission trip in 2007, he fell in love with the beautiful landscapes and people of the country….
Art Of Chiura Obata: American Landscapes In The Style Of Japanese Paintings
To say that the artwork of Chiura Obata (1885-1975) is an artistic reflection of his bicultural identity does not seem too much of a stretch,…