A lunchtime outing in Akihabara with your trusty camera in tow. After grabbing that much-needed ND filter, a pit stop on the 8th floor of Yodobashi Camera delivers surprisingly decent food and a relaxed atmosphere. The only downside? The ¥400-per-30-minute parking fee—Tokyo’s relentless price tag strikes again!
A creative escape from the monotony of a traffic jam: capturing the car’s interior with fresh eyes. From the textured stitching of the seats to the play of light on the dashboard, every detail becomes a subject. Throw in some reflections or a shallow depth of field, and you’ve turned boredom into an impromptu photo…
A timeless frame: the reflection in a car’s side mirror, shot wide open for a creamy, blurred background. The shallow depth of field pulls focus to the mirror’s details, whether it’s a stretch of road, a colorful sunset, or city lights glowing in the distance. Simple, yet endlessly captivating.
A delicate close-up of rain-kissed roses in Hakone, their petals glistening with water droplets. The Panasonic Leica Summilux 15mm @ f/1.7 paints a dreamy bokeh backdrop, softly blurring the lush greenery and rain-speckled surroundings. The colors are rich but need a bit of tweaking—Adobe’s RAW handling strikes again. With some fine adjustments, though, it’s all…
A dynamic shot capturing the contrast of stillness and speed: a person standing motionless on the platform while a train rushes past, leaving behind a sleek motion blur. The blurred lines of the train create an energetic flow, highlighting the serene figure in the chaos of urban life.
Roppongi’s Mori Tower: my office. A striking view of Mori Tower in Roppongi at night, its sleek silhouette illuminated by vibrant city lights. The building’s glass facade gleams, blending into Tokyo’s energetic nightlife while standing as a modern architectural beacon. And a long exposure shot of the Mori Tower entrance at night, with its grand…
Always a nice view from the office: A dazzling shot of Tokyo’s skyline at night, with the iconic Tokyo Tower glowing in warm orange against a backdrop of shimmering skyscrapers. The city’s lights create a kaleidoscope of color, reflecting modern energy and urban charm.
After a french dinner with my old friends, got a chance to try some long exposure shots with my GX7Mk2 / GX85. Not bad at all. If only Adobe could process the Panasonic RAW in a decent way. The colors of the JPEG produced by the camera are always so much more accurate. What are…
Staffed manual car washes in Japan are like a spa day for your car. The staff, often wearing matching uniforms, handle your vehicle with incredible care and attention to detail. They’ll start with a thorough rinse, apply a foamy wash, and scrub gently with soft mitts or sponges to ensure every inch is spotless. Expect…
Shinrin Koen in Chiba truly earns its spot as the ultimate park escape near Tokyo. Just an hour’s drive from the city, it’s a green wonderland perfect for families and adventurers alike. Kids will love the wide-open spaces and fun activities, while parents can soak in the serene beauty of nature. Getting around is half…
Ah, the charm of Starbucks cup messages! Whether it’s a doodle, a simple “Have a great day,” or an overly cheerful motivational quote, there’s something oddly heartwarming about them. It’s like your coffee is whispering a little secret of kindness before you take that first sip. Sure, it’s small and sometimes a bit cliché, but…
Cleaning up my photo library and trying to find some old stuff for Getty, I stumbled across those nice shots taken in the flight deck of an A380 upon arrival in Paris. The A380 cockpit is a futuristic command center with an impressive balance of complexity and clarity. Twin seats face a vast, curved dashboard…
There’s always strange things happening in Harajuku but this is a fisrt: an owl! The owl, wide-eyed and unbothered, scans the colorful surroundings like a seasoned local, occasionally swiveling its head to judge passersby. Onlookers pause, cameras clicking, unsure if this duo is part of the fashion scene or straight out of a modern-day fairytale….
My ANA plane is waiting for me at Gimpo Airport, in Seoul. Traveling from Gimpo (Seoul) to Haneda (Tokyo) is one of the easiest international hops, with flights that practically feel like a brisk walk in the sky. The journey takes about 2 hours, making it a quick escape from the bustle of one megacity…
Some samples from my Panasonic GX 85 (or GX7 mk II as they call it in Japan) equipped with a Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15 mm f/1.7 lens. What a great little camera: compact, solid, sharp, fast AF and lovely bokeh. It will always accompany me during my business trips :) All pictures are JPEG…
Shinrin Koen, Japan’s sprawling natural playground, is a flower lover’s dream. Come spring, fields burst into life with waves of nemophila, their tiny blue petals mimicking a sky that’s fallen to earth. In autumn, crimson kochia balls roll out like fluffy fireballs, painting the landscape in dramatic reds. No matter the season, Shinrin Koen’s blooms…
Lupins are nature’s way of showing off. These spiky, colorful flowers stand tall like they’ve got something to prove, flaunting hues of purple, pink, yellow, and blue. Perfect for adding drama to a field or garden, they often look like a painter went wild with a giant brush. Their tall, cone-like blooms scream “look at…
Probably my favourite picture from our visit to Shinrin Koen: beautiful afternoon light playing with fresh green plants on the side of a deserted path.
Just three small details stood between me and what could have been the perfect shot for stock photography: a slightly off focus, a misplaced chair, and the absence of a signed model release. The focus was the first snag—a classic case of the camera deciding that the foreground was the star of the show instead…