Rainy Day
Came back from US for this? Last days of Hanami and it’s raining so much.
Living in Tokyo for roughly two decades, you’d think the novelty would wear off—but this city never stops surprising me. From the quiet hum of early-morning trains to the neon chaos of Shinjuku at night, Tokyo’s rhythm is a constant source of inspiration. Daily life here is a blend of tradition and modernity: vending machines on every corner, temples nestled between skyscrapers, and festivals that bring streets to life. Even mundane errands feel unique, whether it’s navigating crowded markets, exploring new ramen shops, or watching the seasons change in meticulously tended parks. Tokyo’s energy, contrasts, and subtle details make every day a story waiting to be told. It’s a photographer’s dream and a constant reminder that familiarity doesn’t dull magic—it sharpens it.
Came back from US for this? Last days of Hanami and it’s raining so much.
Trying the different focus mode (including face tracking) in Shinjuku during commuting time.
Early morning stroll around Shibuya.
Besides sushis, geishas and pokemons, Japan ought be known for the massive snowfalls that regularly hit the northern parts of Honshu, where it’s not uncommon to witness more than a meter of snow in a day. Shot on our way back from Naeba (the roads were clear the day before).
Nice ambient lighting at the top of the Tokyo Tower: purple!
Ideally located near the Tokyo Tower, the Zojoji Temple is the main temple of Tokyo’s new year celebration.
In the subway with my Sigma ART 35mm/f1.4 – always looks good.
Micro 4/3 are convenient to carry and easy to use but my 5Dmk3 still beats them easily in terms of photo quality. Even when shooting random building like this one.
Marunouchi always features some beautiful lights around the end of the year.
To accompany my daughter in her RC adventures, Santa got me a Tamiya Mercedes-Benz Unimog 425 on a CC01 chassis! This thing can go anywhere :)
Christmas gift for my daughter last year (she asked for it!): a Tamiya XB Neo Scorcher, TT-02B chassis. We’ve had a lot of fun with it… but I needed something to accompany her…
Now that Spotify is finally available in Japan, I decided it was time to upgrade my computer speakers. After quite some research online, listening tests in Yodobashi camera and an expensive disappointment with a set of Audio Engine HD3 that I imported from US, I believe I found the perfect setup: small enough to fit…