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2023 Cherry Blossom Photo Tour of Japan
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Jul 1, 2023
Concluding our Photo Tour: Cherry Blossoms and Mt. Fuji at Fuji Five Lakes
Our 2023 Cherry Blossom Photography Tour culminated at our final destination, Fuji Five Lakes. This region contrasts the geography of our previous Fuji stop, Shizuoka, offering distinct views and experiences of Japan’s most revered peak, Mt. Fuji. Nestled in the northern foothills of the mountain, the Five Lakes area provides a tranquil, picturesque setting, with [...]
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Jun 30, 2023
The Old Capital in Bloom: Experiencing Kyoto during Cherry Blossom Season 2023
The next stop on our 2023 Cherry Blossom Photography Tour was Kyoto, the old capital of Japan and a city steeped in history, tradition, and breathtaking beauty. After a challenging start with the weather, we were greeted with sunny skies and blossoming sakura trees upon our arrival in Kyoto. However, with each passing day, the [...]
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Jun 27, 2023
Capturing the Ethereal Beauty of Himeji Castle with Adobe Photoshop’s AI Generative Fill
I’m excited to share with you a delightful, tech-fueled adventure that we recently undertook amidst the cherry blossom season in Japan. The stage? The majestic Himeji Castle, a historical fortress that never fails to awe with its imposing architecture and timeless allure. Now, imagine this already stunning castle framed by a plethora of cherry blossoms [...]
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Jun 26, 2023
A Castle in the Blossoms: Capturing Himeji Castle in Cherry Blossom Season 2023
Continuing our 2023 Cherry Blossom Photography Tour, we found ourselves in the charming city of Himeji, home to the breathtaking Himeji Castle. Our timing was impeccable, with the cherry blossoms in full bloom and the sun shining brightly in the sky, casting the perfect light on the castle and the vibrant pink sakura. Upon arrival, [...]
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Jun 24, 2023
Island Life and Urban Reflections: Cherry Blossoms in Miyajima and Hiroshima 2023
The next chapter of our 2023 Cherry Blossom Photography Tour took us to the enchanting island of Miyajima and the city of Hiroshima. Miyajima, with its serene beauty and iconic Itsukushima Shrine, is a popular spot for tourists, but we opted for a different approach – we decided to stay on the island. One of [...]
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May 2, 2023
Patience Pays Off: Capturing Mt. Fuji and Cherry Blossoms in Shizuoka
After a spell of endless rain and unexpected adventures in Tokyo, our 2023 Cherry Blossom Photography Tour continued towards Shizuoka. Our mission? To capture the majesty of Mt. Fuji framed by the delicate cherry blossoms. As anyone who’s tried to photograph this elusive mountain knows, patience is key, and a little help from Mt. Fuji [...]
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Apr 20, 2023
Embracing the Unexpected: Cherry Blossom Photography Tour in Rainy Tokyo 2023
Back in March of 2023, I had the unique pleasure of guiding a photography tour in Tokyo during the cherry blossom season. This was the first cherry blossom tour I lead in Japan since covid so we were all super excited to be in Tokyo for Now, Tokyo in cherry blossom season is nothing short [...]
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