The Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine near Kyoto is a serene, contemplative space… once you get past the madding crowds in the first section of torii gates near the entrance. Most people don’t do the full hike up to the top of Mount Inari, so you can […]
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Gateway
The ornate karamon gate leading to the main palace complex at Kyoto’s Nijo Castle. The palaces and gardens are wonderful places to explore, although we got the “hurry up and get out, we’re closing soon!” treatment – announcements and music over loudspeakers and attendants following […]
Himeji Castle
One of the few remaining original feudal-era castles in Japan, the “White Egret Castle” is a spectacular sight from any angle. Here, I’ve tried to get a slightly different view by framing the main keep above a closer roof line. Camera: Canon EOS 7DLens: Canon […]
Canyon Sunset
As a photographer, this is the type of light that I absolutely live for: shooting towards the sun low on the horizon, with layer upon layer of glorious hazy, golden light. I visited most of the Desert Drive viewpoints on this afternoon, but it was […]