Kamakura – Samurais’ Old Capital with The Great Buddha & Autumn Colors
All Japanese people know President Obama’s joke. He says, “I visited Kamakura with my mother in school holidays. I’m sure
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Autumn Leaves
Autumn leaves (also, autumn colors, fall foliage, etc,) have been considered to be one of the 2 top natural beauty in Japan since old times.
Today, colored leaves such as red maple leaves attract not only Japanese locals but so many international travelers.
Rikugien Garden in Tokyo City – Red Maple Leaves & Genuine Matcha
Fall Foliage (autumn colors) finally arrived in Tokyo City before December! I’m uploading many beautiful photos of autumn leaves at the
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Mt. Takao in Japan (Part 1) – a Guide to Tokyo’s 3-Star Sightseeing Spot
Mount Takao (Takao-san/Takao-zan in Japanese) has been a mountain for local hikers and elementary school students in Western Tokyo. It surprised
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A Trip to Hiraizumi: Heaven in Northern Japan
Hiraizumi is a small rural town which got registered as a World Heritage Site in 2011. It holds Buddhist temples
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Cherry Trees’ Fall Foliage – another aspect of Japanese sakura
Did you know? Cherry trees have fall leaves.It’s Ueno Park in early November. See it? The cherry trees are a
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Mt. Fuji – Fall Foliage and the First Snow
Mt. Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain, is definitely one of the symbols of Japan. It has been respected as a spiritual
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