Sep
21
2012

Yugama Crater Lake of Mt. Shirane

As some of you might know I had a great time during my summer vacation. I visited various places, but today I want to share one of my highlights with you: The Yugama Crater Lake of Mt. Shirane Favorite Photo #4: Crater Lake Yugama *Click to enlarge What you see in the photo is one [...]

Crater Lake Yugama of Mt. Shirane near Kusatsu, Gunma Prefecture
Jul
25
2012

Aka Tombo: The Red Dragonfly

When visiting Japan one of the more pleasant insects you might see if you’re a bit lucky is the red dragonfly (aka tombo, 赤とんぼ). My area seems to be especially famous as many of them used to gather there, but I heard that in recent years there are less and less. Favorite Photo #3: Aka [...]

The red Dragonfly (aka tombo), photo taken in Kokoen Garden near Himeji Castle
Jun
28
2012

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (Photo #2)

Today’s photo features one of my favorite bridges in Japan: The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge is with almost 4km the world’s longest suspension bridge! The bridge connects Maiko in Kobe with Awaji Island. It’s a relatively new bridge and was opened in 1998! For bridge lovers I suggest you check out the Bridge Exhibition Center at [...]

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, Kobe
Jun
7
2012

Yumebutai – Awaji Island (Photo #1)

Today I want to introduce “Yumebutai” to you. A place that offers beautiful landscapes and flowers! Yumebutai (夢舞台) literally means “dream stage” consists of a conference center, a hotel, a memorial (of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake) and some pretty awesome gardens! It can be easily accessed (more information here). If you’re in Akashi or [...]

Awaj Island, Yumebutai in October

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