My Hokkaido goals this winter: Test living (long-term) in Snow-Country virtually risk free. Learn what I must know to survive in Snow-Country. Discover what makes a great house in the winter What features are ⋯

Rare shot shows 2 distinct seasons meeting in one place 🔗 TOKYO “Japan has four seasons” is a phrase many will often hear and sometimes be confused by as it sometimes comes across as a unique claim, but what it’s often meant ⋯

In my research for an eco-friendly vehicle that is not only sustainable for the environment but a healthy way to stay in shape, I found Matthew Galat of JaYoe Nation.

Hokkaido isn’t just “Snow Country” where Japan grows most of its food. Aside from the ski resorts, it’s also a place with hidden treasures too. TRAVEL GUIDE: HOKKAIDO JAPAN’S WINTER WONDERLAND (6:24 minutes) 🔗 At 84,450 sqm, ⋯

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The Season of the Sakura (cherry) have arrived in Japan, which makes me want to get off my damn computer and spend lazy afternoons beneath the cherry blossoms.

Feudal lords, beautiful maidens, and guardian dragons are part of the lore of Tazawako, Japan's deepest lake located in Akita Prefecture. We explore the Tazawako area in search of clues to its rich past while enjoying the ⋯

Shoichi KONNAIFebruary 1, 2015見事な参道の杉並木樹齢400年とも言われているそうです。

Japanese Culture & StyleJanuary 3, 20151000年前にたどり着いた究極美。【Phoenix Hall, Byodoin Temple / 平等院鳳凰堂】

Japanese Culture & StyleJanuary 2, 2015a silent and holy nightIsonokami Shrine, Nara

Shoichi KonnaiDecember 6, 2014六義園パトロール中

知恩院ちおんいんは京都市 東山区林下町にある浄土宗の総本山の寺院 山号は華頂山かちょうざん 本尊は法然上人像御影堂および阿弥陀如来像阿弥陀堂 開山は法然である詳名は華頂山知恩教院大谷寺かちょうざん ちおんきょういん おおたにでら. 八栗寺は香川県高松市牟礼町にある寺院です第85番札所 五剣山観自在院 八栗寺です. 602-8386 京都市上京区馬喰町 北野天満宮社務所

Making a bucket list of the things you should do before you die? Well, if Japan isn’t on it, it should be! Japan isn’t just about robots and cats - it has a lot to offer in terms of breathtaking scenery. This article introduces ⋯

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Japanese Culture & StyleNovember 9, 2014In the evening twilight in Kyoto

Japanese Culture & StyleOctober 21, 2014harmony with natureKōtō-in (Kyoto)

Kyoto and Osaka, two of my favorite cities.

Japanese Culture & StyleSeptember 13, 2014Time passed very slowly in the back alley in Kyoto.

GoProAugust 21, 2014What’s better than getting a postcard? Living it. Mark Garonzik hiked the Salkantay Trail to replicate a postcard view from Machu Picchu.

Traveling with アキちゃん

The design looks more like an upscale hotel than an Amtrak car

Richie BartlettLovely view! Would love to camp out at this vantage point. GoProJuly 18, 2014Photo of the Day!Cari Latta and a friend enjoy the last rays of the day.

Back home… FUCKING CRAP AIRLINE lost my baggage !!! I’m pissed. Barely made it to the last train after filing a missing baggage report. もう❗️バカAsia Airlineは僕の荷物を失ったそう。。。👿👿 終電をギリギリ間に合った。。。

Japanese Culture & StyleMay 20, 2014『新緑の京都 嵐山嵯峨野』

Japanese Culture & StyleMay 17, 2014富士山夕焼け

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Japanese Culture & StyleApril 15, 2014Thanks to Junichi Kato-san.https://www.facebook.com/junichi.kato.752?hc_location=timeline古都京都 東寺の春Canon 6D ＋ Canon EF17-40 f4L USMphoto by Junichi Kato

Kazuhisa Appleman KatsuragiJapanese Culture & StyleApril 8, 2014初投稿よろしくお願いします^^Mifuneyama Landscape Garden.

J-ListApril 6, 2014Spring is in retreat in Japan today. A freak snowstorm in Hiroshima.

Japanese Culture & Style is at Sumiyoshi-TaishaApril 4, 2014Sakura in Osaka.

富士山（Mount FujiMay 1, 2013ついにこの時が!!!富士山が世界遺産になりました^^http://www3.nhk.or.jp/.../html/20130501/k10014292061000.html朝起きてこのニュースを見て思わず、泣きそうになりました。富士山は日本の誇りです!!今日のステキな一枚はEiichi Aizawaさまからの投稿です!!これが富士山だ!!

Shoichi Konnai 1000人写真展March 11, 2014 · Nagano ·Sunrise — at 松代ＰＡ

Gregg BradenMarch 1, 2014Friday blessing:May brooks and trees and singing hillsJoin in the chorus too,And every gentle wind that blowsSend happiness to you.~Irish Blessing

alfatours hetvegeFebruary 16, 2014Függőhíd UkrajnábanSuspension bridge in Ukraine

Matcha - Japan Travel Web MagazineFebruary 22, 2014【Hakone Onsen/ Kanagawa】As you know, Onsen (hot spring) is one of the biggest Japanese culture and if you are interested in that, Hakone is a must to visit. You can totally ⋯

500pxFebruary 12, 2014Photo “Imagery#2 : vicissitude of life”: http://bit.ly/1gh18am by Weerapong Chaipuck

PHOTOHITOFebruary 6, 2014「冬の秋田内陸線」　撮影：taromatuさんhttp://photohito.com/photo/3113469/?cid=FBコメントにもありましたが、まるで白黒の世界を走っているようです。その世界に日本らしさを感じました。背景の山並みの様子からも構図をしっかり決めていることが分かります。[SS1/320、焦点距離70mm、f/7.1、ISO400]by.写真共有サイト PHOTOHITO

Japanese Culture & StyleFebruary 5, 2014A quiet time in the afternoonJikoin Zen Temple (Nara)

Hiromasa SaitoJapanese Culture & StyleFebruary 3, 2014「刻ノ流レニ・・・(Stream of time)」刻の流れにも感じる、雪の流れ。

colors_of_kyotoきょうのいろ　 “Colors of Kyoto”January 20, 2014昨日の南禅寺。(Nanzen-ji temple,Sakyo-ward,Kyoto ⋯

PHOTOHITOJanuary 16, 2014「white moonlight」　撮影：クリッパさんhttp://photohito.com/photo/3067498/?cid=FB静岡で撮影された、富士山と東名高速。闇に浮かび上がる雄大な富士山と、長秒露出により近未来的な印象が増した高速道路の対比が印象的です。[SS30、焦点距離65mm、f/7.1、ISO500]by.写真共有サイト PHOTOHITO

FACTJanuary 15, 2014The future of camping is here. Mind blown

PHOTOHITOJanuary 10, 2014「雪山をながめて」　撮影：Maple@Syrupさんhttp://photohito.com/photo/3032733/北近畿タンゴ鉄道と由良川鉄橋、さらに京都の雪山を入れたとても美しい光景。全てが白と青を基調とした色で覆われた素敵な瞬間です。by.写真共有サイト PHOTOHITO

GoProDecember 18, 2013The descent from the summit of Mount Guiting-guiting, aka "The Knife's Edge." Photo by GoPro user Jave Valdez.

Thrilling fun for the whole family! サイクリングッ！！December 10, 2013 ⋯

Japan From InsideNovember 27, 2013 ·Autumn has arrived at Daigo-ji Temple in Kyoto, decorating the National Treasure of Japan with red leaves and an absolutely mystical feel.The five-storey pagoda at Daigoji temple was built ⋯

At the zoo Birthday party at the end of the day.

Look at what just hatched at the Tama Zoo!

Stop diving onto the tracks!

Annual “Fantasy” water lights show Very cool with lasers, colored water and a huge hologram-like screen in the middle of the lake.

On my way to India! This is for both business and sightseeing. Third-world country… This is my first time in India. Everyone is a crazy driver! It’s hard to believe there are apparently so few major wrecks! Seems like the road ⋯

Out on a date with Akiko in Tokorozawa, Saitama, Japan.

良いな　紅葉！那須へ行きたい～

In response to: http://www.japantimes.co.jp/text/nn20121017f4.html Nice! Cheap China travels! One-way ticket to Shanghai for less than 7100 Yen total! Imagine the savings!

Gorgeous day for a boat ride!

Koshigaya LakeTown Fantasia 2012 - lake lights show Place: イオン越谷レイクタウン (35.858360145669, 139.81135257717) Address: Koshigaya-shi, Saitama, Japan

七夕まつり display @ Tokyo station B1 Marunouchi side. Bright & lovely. I wanna goto a festival this Summer!!!

Place: 宇田川カフェ別館 (35.662010494855, 139.69745685329) 美味しぃぃ ビュッフェ！ ランチタイム 70分で1380円 安い！ 野菜たっぷり バー や カレー や ドリンク があり サラダある。 でも、 一つ悪くポイント：タバコをひいてる人がいれば、タバコ臭いなれる。 タバコ場所は別部屋では無い。みんなにご迷惑するね。 :'(

This old dinosaur… (oh, and the chap next to me on display.) ;-)

Year-round playground Yamanashi In all of my visits to Yamanashi Prefecture, never before has catching sight of Mount Fuji left my heart beating so fast. Certainly, any view of that lofty symbol of Japan is sure to impart a ⋯

On Oct. 1 and 2, the Bicycle Popularization Association of Japan will be holding “What Bicycles Can Do For People,” a two-day exhibition at Tokyo’s Science Museum located adjacent to Kitanomaru Park in Chiyoda Ward. ( ⋯

Once again, I have bought a return ticket to childhood! It’s been six months since my last visit to Disney. I had hand-made my very own Micky Mouse Jinbei for the intent of wearing it for my next Disney visit. This time, I ⋯

Lets visit NIKKO!!! 日光​

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Walt Disney had a dream that he wanted to share with everyone. In the words of Walt Disney on the opening day of Disneyland California (July 18, 1955): To all who come to this happy place; welcome. Disneyland is your land. ⋯

Every December, near the South Exit of Shinjuku Station, is a plaza that is well decorated with lights. This is a great place to visit and pick up some Star Bucks coffee and Krispy Kreme donuts! Enjoy the pictures ⋯

I have finally resolved 95% of the issues/bugs with the new travel log section. The features now include: Tab browsing single click navigation with the Plog (Photo Log) custom namespace for advanced functions.< Summary ⋯

If you love the city, but also enjoy hiking: Mt. Takao (高尾山) is the place to go! I have been to this place twice in my year-and-half time here in Tokyo. This Winter, I plan to go back and try capturing some pictures of the ⋯

My visit to Ghibli Studios Japan (museum)… If you are a fan of any movie/anime ever produced by Hayao Miyazaki, then this is THE place to see. This place is more like a theme park than museum. One can easily get spirited away ⋯

Over the next couple of months, I will implement a new travel section. I intend to use some of the ideas I have developed for my blog to carry over into the travel log. So look for a new travel section in a couple of ⋯