Nara’s famous deer captured enjoying beautiful sakura snack in magical photos
Japanese Twitter user Shin (@shinseyes) recently was at Nara park in Nara city to take seasonal spring photos. His photos of a deer and cherry…
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Photographer explores Japanese countryside with shots that look like anime stills
If you follow talented photographer Akine Coco (Twitter, Instagram), you’ll soon be rewarded with colorful shots that explore the beauty and nostalgic charm of the…
Where’s the angel? Japanese aquarium photog captures sea angel’s shocking form in mid-feast
The common clione (Clione limacina) goes by many names. Some call it the naked sea butterfly, but perhaps more fittingly because of its adorable appearance,…
Stunning drone shot reveals gorgeous heart lake in Hokkaido
Kei Otani (@Kei_Otani) uses drones to take photos of beautiful scenery in Hokkaido. A view of nature up from the sky is almost more beautiful…
Photos of meteor soaring over Izu Oshima island and Mt. Fuji are simply breathtaking
“Fireball” can be used as an astronomical term that indicates an exceptionally bright meteor. On March 14th, 2021, at approximately 3 am, a large fireball…
Full bloom plum trees turn Kyoto shrine into magical wonderland
The Peach Blossom Spring refers to a famous fable written by Tao Yuanming, is often described as an ethereal utopia with a dreamy view, and…
Japanese photographer captures perfectly timed shots of Great Buddha’s ritual cleaning
Buddha statues can be seen at temples, sitting quietly with calm and peaceful faces. The size range is wide, but when you have to stand…
Cat purrs its way to enlightenment in the hands of Tokyo’s Great Buddha
There’s a lot to see and do in the Kichijoji neighborhood of Tokyo, but it’s Great Buddha statue may be getting a spike in tourist…
Experience Japan’s abandoned ruins in exhibition featuring work of 15 photographers
As we go through our day-to-day lives in cities and towns teeming with life, there are places that exist alongside them that are completely devoid…
A look beneath the waves 10 years after The Great East Japan Earthquake
We’re fast approaching the 10th year since the Great East Japan Earthquake toppled the region of Tohoku, and caused mass devastation throughout Northeast Japan. The…
The most stylish Buddha in Japan gets a fashionable upgrade during sakura season
The 18m tall Great Buddha (daibutsu) statue in Konan, Aichi prefecture is somewhat affectionately known as the “Great Buddha with Sunglasses”. That’s because when viewed…
If Final Fantasy 7’s Midgar exists, it may just be in Saitama, Japan
The Mako reactor-powered city of Midgar in FF7 remains one of the most iconic and endearing opening settings in a game to Final Fantasy 7…
Train conductor photobombs shot of Japan’s early blooming sakura in most delightful way
For most of Japan, sakura season is just around the corner. Those lucky enough to live in or travel to Kawazu, however, benefit from some…
Gorgeous shots of Mt. Fuji has Twitter stunned that they aren’t water paintings
p>Mt.Fuji is well known as the highest peak of Japan. It is often used as Japan’s symbolic image, as well. It looks even more majestic…
Renowned photographer Xavier Tera takes us to Okinawa with his new photo book & exhibition
Montreal-born photographer Xavier Tera has created an illustrious career for himself by evoking stories through his photos. The way he captures his photos makes you…