View of Shoin Drawing Room, Tenryuji Temple, Kyoto. After spending two nights in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, I finally made my way to Kyoto; the ancient capital of Japan. This is my first time visiting this historic city, so there were quite a few iconic sights to cross off my checklist and I wasted no time after arriving late morning. Tenryuji Temple & Arashiyama...
The last of the Cherry Blossoms, Takayama. Moving on from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, I went in search of some Old Town vibes, and if you're like me who prefers a bit of tranquillity accompanied by some great scenery, history and local cuisine – Takayama, Gifu Prefecture is a must! Takayama Old Town Takayama is a city in the mountainous Hida...
Not long ago, I published a post about some of my favourite photography resources. Today, I would like to add one more to that list – you. Yes, you. By that, I mean learning from your own photos. Here's what I've been doing: 1. Select a photo 2. Analyse the photo by looking at elements of composition, technique and post-processing; and 3. Identify areas...
Great Buddha, Kotokuin Temple Kamakura While I was planning my Japan trip, I was tossing between whether to spend a day in Nikko or Kamakura. In the end, I decided to go with Kamakura, and what a great day that turned out to be! If you're looking for a day trip destination not far from Tokyo, read on as I will show you...
It has been a while since my last photography related post (Be The Master of Your Own Photography Journey) and also just blogging in general. So I thought I get back into the swing of things by sharing with you some of my favourite photography related resources. As a photography newbie, at times it is hard not to feel somewhat overwhelmed by the...
Kazaridaru. After spending most the morning exploring the vicinity around Tokyo Station and Imperial East Garden, the afternoon was dedicated to visiting one of Tokyo's most popular area and shrine – Harajuku and Meiji Jingu. Harajuku + Meiji Jingu Harajuku, an area that is famous for its youth culture, fashion and shopping. Not surprisingly it was filled with people as soon as I stepped out...
Tokyo Imperial Palace – moat and Palace wall. Continuing on from my Tokyo Station Architecture Walk, if traditional Japanese architecture and garden is your thang, then Tokyo Imperial Palace and the Imperial East Garden is just a short walk from the station. Tokyo Imperial Palace + Imperial East Garden The current residence of the Japanese Imperial family, the Palace is situated on the former...
View of Tokyo Station. My first trip to Japan was more than 10 years ago ( I know, that's a very long time) and it was such a disappointment that it has turned me off tour groups once and for all. So ever since, Japan has been sitting high on my to-do (again) list and this time, I'm doing it solo. I'd say...
Headstones in Waverley Cemetery. One of the great things about learning photography for a homebody like myself, is the opportunity to be outdoors more often; leaving the comforts of the house, soaking up some sun while exploring one's surrounds and in the process you become more aware of your environment and also are more appreciative of the beauty that exists in even the...
You don't make a photograph with just a camera. (Kenting, Taiwan) “You don't make a photograph just with a camera. You bring to the act of photography all the pictures you have seen, the books you have read, the music you have heard, the people you have loved.”– Ansel Adams I've been intending to write this post for a while, a kind of...
