The Challenges of Rhino Conservation
Today, 22 September, is World Rhino Day. This year, the day holds a renewed sense of urgency as poaching and habitat loss pushes rhinos closer to the edge of extinction in […]
Tokyo Mural
I found this lively and vibrant mural in Tokyo, adorning the walls of a restaurant. Linked to Monday Murals.
Forbidden City in Monochrome
Linked to Weekend in Black & White.
Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776.24 m. It lies about 100 km south-west of Tokyo, and can be seen from there on a clear day. The exceptionally symmetrical volcanic cone, snow-capped for several […]
Wordless Wednesday from the Forbidden City
Wordless Wednesday – on Wednesdays all over the internet bloggers post a photo with no words to explain it.
Himeji Castle, Japan
Himeji Castle (姫路城) is a hilltop Japanese castle situated in Himeji, in the Hyōgo Prefecture of Japan. Dating from 1333, it consists of 83 buildings with defensive systems from the feudal period. The stunning whit building towers over […]
Ruby Red Rickshaw
Photo taken in Tokyo in 2008. . Posted as part of Ruby Tuesday.
Vibrant Japan
Japanese temples are incredibly photogenic: bright, vibrant colours contrast with the surrounding nature, and strong use of pattern and striking characters adds further interest. Related articles: Y is for… […]
Y is for… Yokohama
Lying on Tokyo Bay, south of Tokyo, Yokohama is the second largest city in Japan by population after Tokyo and most populous municipality of Japan. Yokohama was a small fishing village up to […]
Rules at the Great Wall of China
This isn’t the best photo (I feared not taking photos may be one of the many rules) but it will give you an idea of the rules to follow when […]
Travel with Intent 