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A ryokan stay once a year is just about frequent enough for me. While I love the experience—the serene atmosphere, the onsen, and the incredible meals—I struggle with the traditional pillows they usually provide. They’re just too hard for me, and it makes sleeping a bit of a challenge. Still, the charm of the whole…
XF 23mm f2
The latest addition to my Fuji XF lens collection is the 23mm f/2 (35mm equivalent), and I’m loving it! It’s super light, incredibly sharp, and focuses lightning fast. I’ve always preferred a 35mm equivalent as my go-to walk-around lens, and this one is a perfect replacement for the Sigma ART I used on my 5D…
R2D2
Walking up to the Star Wars ride at Tokyo Disneyland, there’s no mistaking the thrill of stepping into a galaxy far, far away. And what better way to start the adventure than with R2-D2 himself greeting you at the entrance? The little astromech droid, gleaming in his signature white and blue, immediately sets the tone…
Metal Dragon
Awesome dragon at the Fujiyoshida Sengen Shrine, formerly known at the Kitaguchi Hongū Fuji Sengen Jinja (北口本宮冨士浅間神社 or North Entrance Fuji Sengen Shrine).
Old Shops
I know I’m repeating myself, but in 10–20 years, Tokyo—and Japan as a whole—will look very different with so many small, traditional shops disappearing. These places are more than just businesses; they’re part of the city’s character and history. It’s bittersweet to think about how modernization and changing lifestyles might reshape the streets we know…
Shibuya Rain
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again—I absolutely love the colors straight out of the L lenses. This shot with the 50mm f/1.2L is no exception. The tones are rich and vibrant without feeling overdone, and the lens’s rendering at wide aperture adds that magical, buttery quality. A joy to work with every…