JAPAN - “GOING EAST”
Our cultural journey through Japan. Exploring its cities, villages and nature. Some highlights from our journey through this amazing country.
The road to Tokyo, Tokyo
Beneath the bridge, Tokyo
Senso-ji, Tokyo
Racing downtown, Tokyo
That alley, Tokyo
Downtown, Tokyo
“If there was one thing on our bucketlist for Japan. It was to meet a real sumo wrestler in real life. We had a big surprise on the day we went out to visit the ‘Gotokuji-Temple’ (Cat Temple).
While discovering the temple, we saw a film crew making a television commercial featuring some sumo’s. While the film crew was making preparations, we took the liberty to ask if Robert could make a photo.
At first they hesitated a little, but shortly after they agreed. Eventually, the Sumo on the right asked if he could make a photo with our camera of his buddies with Robert in the middle. We had some laughs together and we thanked them graciously in Japanse, which they appreciated by the looks of it!”
Gotokuji-Temple, Tokyo
18-11-2025
Never late for fish, Tokyo
City Shrine, Tokyo
Godzilla, Tokyo
“The Tokyo skyline. One of the most amazing skylines we’ve seen in our lifes. This view from the 52nd floor is just says it all. With the tall buildings lining up from left to right, to end at the iluminated Tokyo Tower. The Japanese are very thoughtful on everything and so, also with this. When you enter the museum, they have special ‘viewing booths’ so when it’s your turn, you can enjoy this moment for yourself. In one word Awesome!
Roppongi Hills, Tokyo
18-11-2025
Akihabara, Tokyo
Greatest crossing in the world, Tokyo
Greater Fuji Area
Chureito Pagoda a.k.a. your windows screensaver. This place was high on our list to visit. In fact, we even took 3 days in the area. Not just to explore around Mt. Fuji, but also in case we had bad weather. Mt. Fuji is a shy mountain, which typically only shows itself for 70-80 days year round. Which isn’t much if you think of it.
Luckily, if you plan to visit Japan in Autumn, this is your best shot. With calm and steady weather in October. The sunrises and sunsets are just magical.
In our case, we had a lot of luck. The day we arrived with our rental car from Tokyo, we had this specific sunset.
And as with most of the beautiful places in the world, you can expect others to enjoy it with you. Don’t expect to be alone at this spot!
Chureito Pagoda, Fujiyoshida
21-11-2025
The road to Mt. Fuji, Fujiyoshida
Traditional houses, Fujiyoshida
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolored commodo consequat. . exciting
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolored commodo consequat. . exciting
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolored commodo consequat. . exciting
Nagano
A village where Samurai’s lived
Magome, Nakatsugawa, Japan
“It was one of our biggest dreams visiting Japan, to catch the authentic experience of one of the most beautiful Edo-villages out there in Nagano. Through this tradepost, Samurai’s traveled from Kyoto to Tokyo and back. We made 2 attempts to capture this atmosphere. Waiting for sunset was a joy in itself. Yes, there were tourists coming up and down this alley, but sometimes you just need patience to get that one shot!”
Magome-juku, Nagano
26-11-2025
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolored commodo consequat. . exciting
Kyoto
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolored commodo consequat. . exciting
“The Tokyo skyline. One of the most amazing skylines we’ve seen in our lifes. This view from the 52nd floor is just amazing. The Japanese are very thoughtful on everything and so, also with this. When you enter the museum, they have special ‘viewing booths’ so when it’s your turn, you can enjoy this moment for yourself. In one word Amazing.
Roppongi Hills, Tokyo
18-11-2025
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolored commodo consequat. . exciting
Nara
“The Tokyo skyline. One of the most amazing skylines we’ve seen in our lifes. This view from the 52nd floor is just amazing. The Japanese are very thoughtful on everything and so, also with this. When you enter the museum, they have special ‘viewing booths’ so when it’s your turn, you can enjoy this moment for yourself. In one word Amazing.
Roppongi Hills, Tokyo
18-11-2025
Osaka
A village where Samurai’s lived
Magome, Nakatsugawa, Japan
“It was one of our biggest dreams visiting Japan, to catch the authentic experience of one of the most beautiful Edo-villages out there in Nagano. Through this tradepost, Samurai’s traveled from Kyoto to Tokyo and back. We made 2 attempts to capture this atmosphere. Waiting for sunset was a joy in itself. Yes, there were tourists coming up and down this alley, but sometimes you just need patience to get that one shot!”
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolored commodo consequat. . exciting
“The Tokyo skyline. One of the most amazing skylines we’ve seen in our lifes. This view from the 52nd floor is just amazing. The Japanese are very thoughtful on everything and so, also with this. When you enter the museum, they have special ‘viewing booths’ so when it’s your turn, you can enjoy this moment for yourself. In one word Amazing.
Roppongi Hills, Tokyo
18-11-2025
Koyasan
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolored commodo consequat. . exciting