One photo that shows why the pros outweigh the cons in the Japanese countryside
In Japan, there are certain inconveniences to living in the countryside. Having restaurants and convenience stores that seem like they are around every corner in…
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“Ra” unexpectedly appears in the clouds above the skies of Japan
“Here’s ‘Ra’ I found yesterday during my pleasure drive through forest roads.” This is how Twitter user (@tip20916) captioned a video he posted of his…
Breathtaking night sky photo captures the spirit of Japan’s star festival
In Japan, many are coming off the celebration of Tanabata. Also known as the “Star Festival”, it takes place on the 7th day of the…
Eat a piece of sky: clear confectionary artist tomei’s stunning creations
The word 透明 tōmei in Japanese means clear or transparent. It also happens to be the name of an artist whose “favorite color is clear.”…
Photographer stuns with gorgeous window into the universe from “secret” starry spot in Japan
When it comes to stargazing and beautiful nighttime sky photography, Japan has some very choice locations. Hiro-no-Makiba Observatory in Iwate prefecture is often praised as…