Spring brings fresh breath of life to nature. Grasses and leaves turn to green, flowers start blooming. There are so many flowers to see and take pictures of while in Tokyo in spring. Bonus those flowers bloom at historical places or famous parks. Here are most famous flowers not to be missed if you happen …
Nezu shrine may be just an old shrine in Tokyo without Azalea or Tsutsuji as local calls it. Spring is the busiest time for Nezu shrine when thousands of visitors from around the world come to see Tsutsuji blooms mid April to early May. Tsutsuji Matsuri or Azalea Festival is one of most awaited spring …
If there is a building in Tokyo that I would recommend you to take pictures of it would be none other than Tokyo International Forum. Tokyo International Forum is one of World’s Great Building, famous for its high tech modern architecture designed by Rafael Vinoly in 1989. From the outside, Tokyo International Forum looks like …
The world knows Japan for its magnificent Sakura (cherry blossom). For Japanese, Sakura means more than just spring flower. It represents a new life after harsh cold winter. The blooming of sakura is celebrated all over Japan. People go out for picnic under Sakura trees with friends, family or colleagues. Streets are buzzing with chats and laughter. Sakura viewing …
Visiting Tokyo during cherry blossom (sakura) festival can be overwhelming. Sakura trees can be found in many places but only some have the most famous sakura type, somei yoshino. The older the cherry blossom trees are the more stunning the shape of cherry blossom sakura flowers will be. Here are some practical tips for …
Ginza is known as a house of premium and luxury brands. Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Prada, Dior, Gucci, Tiffany, Harry Winston stores are lining up in Ginza. Ginza is so famous for tourists. On holiday season, there is always tourists’ bus parking around the corner. They shop and shop like anything. Thanks to the weakening of …