MARCH 2026
Shinjuku (Tokyo)
One of Tokyo's largest camera shops.
The Imperial Palace Grounds
Tokyo International Forum Building
Daiichi Life Insurance Building (Very Historical) "CLICK ON PICTURE FOR STORY"
McD's To Go!
Certainly, one of the more unusual clocks. The Ghibli Clock in Shiodome. Designed by Hayao Miyazaki himself.
Count the Boxes!
My Train Obsession
Shimbashi is a window washers dream location.
Just clean and neat lines!
For history enthusiasts, here’s the remarkable Mitsubishi A6M Zero in pristine condition. Allied intelligence doubted such an aircraft was even possible. It was faster than the Spitfire and Messerschmitt, had exceptional range, and could operate from aircraft carriers with ease. It dominated early on, but in 1942 the U.S. recovered an Akutan Zero, revealing critical weaknesses like poor high-speed handling, lack of armor, and engine issues in dives. That knowledge helped the U.S. develop superior fighters like the Hellcat and Corsair—later flown to fame by Pappy Boyington and the Black Sheep Squadron.
Now here’s an interesting spot (apologies for the super zoomed-in photo). For anyone who owns a copy of Deep Purple’s Made in Japan—featuring the legendary “Smoke on the Water”—this place might feel especially iconic. Let’s rewind to August 1972. This is the famous Tokyo Budokan, originally built for the 1964 Olympics to host the judo competition. Over time, though, it’s become just as well known as a legendary concert venue—forever tied to one of rock ’n’ roll’s greatest guitar riffs, Ritchie Blackmore’s unforgettable four-note melody.
Yesterday’s visit turned up something unique. This cherry tree at Yasukuni Shrine is the Japan Meteorological Agency’s official “sample tree,” used since 1966 to track the start of Tokyo’s sakura season. I’ve never seen a tree get so much attention—hundreds of people were photographing it. It’s a Somei Yoshino, the benchmark for tracking cherry blossom blooms in Tokyo.
"Let The Cherry Blossoms Bloom"