R2D2
R2D2 welcoming you at the Star Wars ride in Tokyo Disneyland.
Rainy Day
Perfect day to drive to Disneyland. At least it feels safe with AWD!
Inokashira Shrine
The Inokashira park contains a small shrine dedicated to Benzaiten. Benzaiten (弁才天, 弁財天) is a Japanese Buddhist goddess, who originated from the Hindu goddess Saraswati. Benzaiten is the goddess of everything that flows: water, time, words, speech, eloquence, music and by extension, knowledge! Rumor has it that the park and its shrine should never be…
Inokashira Park
Some fun at the Inokashira Park in western Tokyo, just a short walk from Kichijoji Station.
Washing Machine
Very old washing machine and yet still being used.
Selfie
Selfie, selfie, everywhere, always… Social demonstration of anti-social traits!
Japanese Date
Young Japanese couple on a date in Kichijoji.
Hanami Walk
First few steps of a 20km walk around Tokyo for some Hanami Shots… Bad weather, few blossoms: the worst Hanami in 10 years.
Lonely Sakura Tree
End of march, beauty at every corner in Japan!
Skiing in Japan
My eldest daughter is really getting better at it :)
Randoseru
A randoseru (ランドセル) is a traditional Japanese backpack that is most commonly associated with elementary school students. It is a rigid, leather or synthetic material backpack designed to carry books and school supplies. The word “randoseru” comes from the Dutch word “ransel,” meaning “backpack,” reflecting historical influences from the late 19th century when Western items and ideas…