by Stephenson James P | Mar 11, 2021 | Japan Stories
In Tokyo, the place to go and take your fill of electronics, gadgets, hobbies, games and cosplay is a district called Akihabara (often abbreviated as Akiba). Located around a major multi-storey local rail crossroads station, it is easy to access from any part of...
by Stephenson James P | Mar 11, 2021 | Japan Stories
This unique patterned wall was found at the preserved home of 17th century Haiku poet Kyorai Mukai. Located in a quiet area of Arashiyama, Kyoto, with rice paddies nearby, the home and its garden is well worth a visit for an introduction to the refined...
by Stephenson James P | Mar 11, 2021 | Japan Stories
Blossoming is a weather driven event, so there are long term forecasts in Japan as to the first day of cherry blossoms in the various regions of Japan. Here is a map provided by Otenki.jp. The dates are month / day. You can follow the wave of blooms by travelling...
by Stephenson James P | Mar 11, 2021 | Japan Stories
This helpful sign was seen at Enoshima, a popular seaside resort not too far from Tokyo. There is even a “Billabong” surf shop there, presumably not catering to the Tsunami surfer market. But seriously, this sign indicates that a Tsunami would flood this coastal...
by Stephenson James P | Mar 11, 2021 | Japan Stories
In Autumn in Japan, there are many beautiful colours, and some amazing trees we don’t see so often in Australia. The tree above is a Gingko tree, in a temple courtyard, in full Autumn leaf. They are bright yellow, and can be seen from across the city, lining streets...
by Stephenson James P | Feb 19, 2014 | Japan Stories
Gravel, Bark on Pine tree, red lacquered wood, brass, bamboo, rope, folded paper, ceramic tiles… All combined in a uniquely Japanese composition. Photo taken at Heian Shrine, Kyoto January 2012.
