https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/overview daily 0.75 2026-04-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/01636bc3-d1c1-4ce9-8224-1102ae485a45/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1+%289%29.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/23435f4a-0abb-4f17-92a7-d2778f75e105/signature+Mark.001.png https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/contact daily 0.75 2026-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/b176da19-44dc-4360-aff4-3b80cf9cd6c0/WatchmeOnYT.001.png https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/projects daily 0.75 2026-03-17 https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/2023 daily 0.75 2025-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/30f7a332-2edf-4653-83b7-8a4ed044b44c/7S300331.JPG 2023 PHOTOS November Sunset Fuji-san https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/72f16f34-daf3-48ff-b869-de5cd288c94e/7S300323.JPG 2023 PHOTOS Inamuragasaki Beach A Surfin' Sunset https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/2a724eb9-7b71-4930-b706-ec8770c60df9/IMG_4543.jpeg 2023 PHOTOS Magic Kingdom Nov 8th / Opening Of Christmas Season https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/9ba06a06-3f42-4ea8-a20b-c4ce97429271/IMG_4616.jpeg 2023 PHOTOS Tokyo Tower https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/c7730083-6289-49ff-a69e-52541d50dcae/DSC02682.JPG 2023 PHOTOS Local Fishing Boats Enoshima Pier https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/f1e085db-c2e0-4f1e-834d-fbb813709a47/DSC02763.jpeg 2023 PHOTOS Panning Technique - Ginza https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/c1282879-f3be-4a15-9eed-c59b49dd3e5f/DSC02688.JPG 2023 PHOTOS Fishing Boat Color - Enoshima Pier https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/98d1ecbd-b4f7-4f22-87e8-f8bb27cfff6d/DSC02898.jpeg 2023 PHOTOS November Full Moon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/54713067-f067-471d-8228-15692ee4a32e/7S300183.JPG 2023 PHOTOS Dumbo- My Personal Favorite https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/ecce7f9f-385c-4166-86c5-cad8fc5ef2e2/46A98C64-88DC-4222-8D21-B118C9ADA65A-15326-000009135401BD48.jpg 2023 PHOTOS Christian Church Usuda https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/00011310-69c3-44ad-afea-222db5b51550/7S300277.JPG 2023 PHOTOS Traditional Wedding Photo Shoot Inamagurasaki https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/1692157939998-61PFX416SAAQIR20KCLY/IMG_4143.jpg 2023 PHOTOS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/77b6f100-07b6-4419-9306-4af9a6d87947/7S300009.JPG 2023 PHOTOS THE GREAT DAIBUTSU- KAMAKURA https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/b8b0ca8f-f04a-431e-b38f-9b26f1fb7feb/7S300045.JPG 2023 PHOTOS MEIJI SHRINE - TOKYO https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/cf288d8c-05d7-461d-8339-32057bea8846/7S300037.JPG 2023 PHOTOS The graves of the 47 Ronin are located in the cemetery of Sengakuji Temple. https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/yabusame daily 0.75 2026-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/8d024dd7-55d0-4851-99ff-1ad878f793b0/DSCF0348.JPG 2024 YABUSAME Yabusame, a captivating traditional Japanese equestrian archery ritual, holds a significant place in the cultural fabric of Kamakura, Japan. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/fd9bcb9a-808d-4d8d-829a-8a896d4be2d9/DSCF0165.JPG 2024 YABUSAME Rooted in the samurai tradition of martial prowess and spiritual reverence, the Yabusame event is a spectacle that seamlessly intertwines skill, grace, and tradition. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/f91793d3-c601-4fa9-a246-f205b9d556f0/DSCF0186.JPG 2024 YABUSAME Held amidst the serene backdrop of the ancient city of historic Kamakura. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/5e2e4f44-2c9b-4156-8543-5a95ed902f41/DSCF0202.JPG 2024 YABUSAME The art of Yabusame originated in Japan during the Kamakura period, which lasted from 1185 to 1333. It is believed to have been developed as a form of military training and later evolved into a ceremonial practice and a way to honor the spirits of fallen warriors. Kamakura, the historical city in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/16bef98c-dbf6-4e48-aedf-77e581db24c9/DSCF0288.JPG 2024 YABUSAME Yabusame stands as a timeless homage to Kamakura's storied past, captivating audiences with its beauty and preserving a cherished tradition for generations to come. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/63680471-d96c-49a2-9e3d-58352d2e1dc0/DSCF0407.JPG 2024 YABUSAME Spectators are transported back in time, witnessing a ritual that not only celebrates Japan's rich heritage but also serves as a reminder of the values of courage, honor, and respect deeply ingrained in its culture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/8d59a4b7-98cb-45ce-93d1-cabd5202e3ae/DSCF0476.JPG 2024 YABUSAME Yabusame showcases the precision and discipline of archers as they gallop down a straight track, aiming to strike small targets with arrows while maintaining utmost composure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/32228574-176b-468c-ace7-9b710cae5182/DSCF0249.JPG 2024 YABUSAME Each participant embodies the spirit of bushido, the way of the warrior, as they demonstrate their mastery of horseback riding and archery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/a7eea188-1585-44f3-ae73-af3e3da75de5/DSCF0532.JPG 2024 YABUSAME Last Archer of the Day. Seconds before a tragic accident occurred. I noticed from this angle the horses hind quarters are elevated and swinging out towards the rear left side. The rider is beginning to shift and slide off the horse causing the horse to spin and expel the archer. https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/2024photos daily 0.75 2026-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/694ee148-222f-4f73-86e6-ff2f4b2dcfa0/shinkyobridge.jpeg 2024 PHOTOS Shinkyo Bridge- Nikko https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/1a16cb60-eba8-40d7-bc77-29d6d37104a1/_DSF0104.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Tatsumi-jinja Shrine: Kamakura https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/723e2a69-b0bb-467c-8227-311420d07e80/Zenjoji+Gates.jpeg 2024 PHOTOS Zojoji Temple- Sangedatsumon Gates (Tokyo) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/67c045f6-1e0d-4229-b649-d591fe835960/_DSC0348.jpeg 2024 PHOTOS Designed by Ghibli creator Hayao Miyazaki, the fanciful giant clock at the Nippon Television headquarters (Shimbashi) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/1bb26b65-7d1e-460d-898f-d6f644fdc855/NZ8_0456.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Tokyo Tower Reflection on building windows. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/a09d8a64-d05e-4c68-ba44-81badfcfa1e2/NZ8_0529.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Tokyo Tower from Roppongi Hills (Tokyo) December evening Christmas Shoot https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/d9e19ed6-724e-4882-88f4-21d2fea6aeac/yukanoshita+church+outside.jpeg 2024 PHOTOS Yukinoshita Catholic Church during Sakura Blossom - Kamakura https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/42a1ca91-12fc-45bc-8c79-f726df3f3d4e/NZ8_0624.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Evening Skyline Yokohama - Sakuragicho Station Area https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/298ff1e7-0200-4d75-bc19-4aee03c516a8/_DSC1245.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Hiroshima Castle: Hiroshima https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/690127a4-8b22-4a26-8cbf-6bc562ee6349/_DSC0714.JPG 2024 PHOTOS November visit to Itsukushima Shrine. Japan's most famous Torii Gate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/6f4f555e-5954-4a2d-903a-58772514daba/_DSC0742.JPG 2024 PHOTOS People at Miyajima Torii Gate at low tide. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/b3afc9cd-7e7d-4667-b016-fc69aa55c2d4/_DSC0922.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Sōryū-class submarine: Heyaseno-seta Kure, Japan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/244a0286-5b7b-479d-96c2-9fe63ca7c9d7/DSCF0082.JPG 2024 PHOTOS rine was originally built in 1063 as a branch of Iwashimizu Shrine in Zaimokuza where tiny Moto Hachiman now stands and dedicated to the Emperor Ōjin, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/1a63b3b6-337c-4d5b-847d-7508fc9efe14/DSCF0085.JPG 2024 PHOTOS April 2024 Hachimangu Sakura Blossoms https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/84f8ebd6-6167-4625-8379-56b05e2dfc7f/_DSF0311.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Iris's in bloom: Sankeien Gardens - Yokohama https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/b05efac2-e8d8-4198-84e8-c56d4b88c753/_DSF1511.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Meigetsu-in Shrine: Great Hall established in 1160 Kamakura https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/36bd6976-57c0-4852-b449-4b44c9a1cfe2/DSCF0546.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Central Walk Kamakura: April Cherry Blossoms provide a serene umbrella of "Pink"! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/09c41859-380b-4433-98db-6ac259927212/DSCF0169.JPG 2024 PHOTOS March '24 Kamakura Yabusame Festival. The event would eventually be marred by the death of one of the Archer's during the last run. Tragic! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/e56c8d94-9030-4cba-832b-ce6688aadb70/_DSF1317.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Springtime at Ofuna Botanical Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/f1ebe6ae-315e-4d2e-91bf-a1c278d86d09/_DSC0643.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Sunrise in Hiroshima November '24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/957c0c0b-ef28-493c-a835-400d572eadb0/_DSC1014.JPG 2024 PHOTOS Genbaku Dome at sunset. Hiroshima Memorial Peace Park. 600' from Ground Zero. https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/february daily 0.75 2026-02-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/25aa445f-8f10-41b3-87e5-085ee3a14f0a/_DSC1993.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's Kendo 32 Dori - On way to Kotoku-in Temple to see the Great Daibutsu https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/bd7b2909-25ba-497e-9157-e8e249794595/_DSC2011.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's Typical Kamakura establishment on Kendo 32 Dori https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/0ba5bc7b-5607-45ed-9c10-03099ee0ecbe/_DSC2014.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's A favorite old building on Kendo 32 Dori in Kamakura near Hase-dera Temple https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/d641b623-8c69-470d-83bf-f2937873dba5/_DSC2027.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's The statue guards at the main entrance (Niomon gate) of the Kamakura Great Buddha temple (Kotoku-in) are the Niō (Benevolent Kings), also known as Kongō Rikishi. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/1d209ce3-c64f-4d3f-bff6-31072ac295a1/_DSC2029.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's Decorative Gate Surrounding Kotoku-in Temple https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/1142af6f-a7b5-4f12-90fb-378e1cd2ec11/DaibutsuEditPxlMtr.jpg 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's Seated Amida Nyorai bronze statue (Kamakura Daibutsu), designated a National Treasure / Approx. 11.3 meters tall, weighs about 121 tons / The only National Treasure Buddha statue in Kamakura / Remnants of the former Great Buddha Hall foundation can be seen on the grounds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/391fe479-f3c4-4d7e-b9b0-4e4450856fbb/Kotoku-ji+Courtyard+EDIT+PXLMTR.jpg 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's Inside the Courtyard behind Daibutsu https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/5a72dd90-950c-43a3-89c4-d65104b45bc4/_DSC2211.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's Kannon-do Hall 736 - https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/28856b69-b8cf-4841-b420-eaced893bcf4/_DSC2123.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's Snowing on the blooming Plum Tree https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/6a9216ee-3217-4075-bae8-7389d54a153a/_DSC2147.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's These small figures represent a deity believed to protect children, even in the afterlife, including those lost through miscarriage. At first, seeing so many of them was deeply moving and a bit heartbreaking, as it made me wonder how many represented lives cut short. But I later learned that for many parents, these statues are also a source of comfort—a quiet reminder that their child is not alone, and that someone is watching over them beyond this life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/fa177d04-047a-4bd1-ab4e-72a24a6fcad9/_DSC2111.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's Iconic Entrance Gate to Hase-dera Temple: Kamakura, Kanagawa Japan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/19ee7bce-8556-4ca6-9767-6b5b4083095b/_DSC2138.JPG 2026 FEBRUARY PHOTO's Snowfall amongst the beautiful moss. https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/2025photos-1 daily 0.75 2026-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/d3d0864d-facb-46d2-9cba-73f1da6c134c/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1+%281%29.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS Ai satisfying my one desire in life. Play for my CUB's! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/e4206087-293b-46bc-a622-5ab9a82c6b77/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1+%282%29.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS Yuigahama Beach. A wonderful surf! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/2063cff6-a2e6-416d-b139-f71041422ee0/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1+%283%29.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS A store front nearby Gokurakuji Station. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/fbf9fc7d-1971-4129-827b-de070fd5d31c/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1+%284%29.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoden Line), heading down local street near Ryuko-ji Temple. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/efc45e68-90f9-4cb2-a9b7-c00a34ab393f/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1+%285%29.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS I love these Japan Post Mailboxes. Gokurakuji Station. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/c1482ae9-dfda-4ed6-b0f9-bcd92097e6a2/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1+%286%29.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS The Great Daibutsu (Kotoku-in Temple) Kamakura. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/5bacf31c-a13b-4d13-8b6e-8757e88d3e80/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1+%287%29.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS Sengakuji-in Temple, gravesites of the infamous 47 Ronin. Founded by Tokugawa Ieyasu 1612. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/43283c1e-3f74-4079-a0ba-ca20245b8b34/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1+%288%29.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS Me, 1960 January Gresham Street Chicago home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/18a060aa-d106-47b7-ad74-e16db2e93cd5/Recently+Saved+-+1+of+1.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS Odawara Castle Summer 2025 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/19f9897f-7b29-4fdc-a168-517ce7ac4f13/gardner66.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS Gardner, IL. Route 66 trail. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/6daf41f9-0747-4c35-bede-8b015616365b/route66.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS Within first 60 miles from Route 66 origins, Grundy County, IL. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/f0052322-0b71-4bb2-b95e-e6f3c78da79b/route66station.JPG 2025 PHOTOS Old Renovated Texaco Station vintage 1940's. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/69bf3402-85c1-4b0a-8c61-a96f4a2e3d37/Z63_0265.JPG 2025 PHOTOS Gokurakuji storefront. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/dfff769c-c89e-41df-944a-156ff5c7b966/Z63_0474.JPG 2025 PHOTOS Autumn time at Hase Temple. Japanese Maple in full glory! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/386f3bee-37bc-4049-8697-28c0e5ddcf40/Z63_0491.JPG 2025 PHOTOS They are called Jizo statues. Jizo is the guardian deity of children. Historically, parents came to Hasedera to set up these statues in hopes the deity would protect and watch over their children. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/1385ef58-3639-4343-8205-8ac6b9d5bcbe/All+Photos+-+1+of+1+%284%29.jpeg 2025 PHOTOS Saint Peter & Paul Elementary and Jr. High Classmates - Naperville https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/march-1 daily 0.75 2026-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/7f85622b-1671-420b-a5c4-a80dd733f3bd/ShinjukuIntersection.jpg 2026 MARCH PHOTO's Shinjuku (Tokyo) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/03dfcacf-0243-4a8b-aa50-7a29ff6cabc9/kitamuracamerajpg.jpg 2026 MARCH PHOTO's One of Tokyo's largest camera shops. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/80531bb0-286c-4d7d-ab33-45d479e3650e/royal+imperial+palace.jpg 2026 MARCH PHOTO's The Imperial Palace Grounds https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/df6ad1e2-493f-44c6-96e3-8b2bdccb280d/Z63_1014.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's Tokyo International Forum Building https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/fd2037a4-bad4-4f00-9ecf-ccaffa9a2d3e/NIKONZ6iiiMoon120525_213.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's Daiichi Life Insurance Building (Very Historical) "CLICK ON PICTURE FOR STORY" https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/a7de5585-93c4-404b-b3be-a24a60b4a6f9/DSC_2392.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's McD's To Go! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/e148058c-f1f7-47e4-b322-f119e46b4e9e/DSC_2446.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's Certainly, one of the more unusual clocks. The Ghibli Clock in Shiodome. Designed by Hayao Miyazaki himself. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/52f4700f-ecce-472e-9534-f245c7fae421/DSC_2471.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's Count the Boxes! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/026366b8-9747-4ca8-bbe7-ebf7b0f3427a/DSC_2503.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's My Train Obsession https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/7df8e793-44d5-4b1e-a5a7-b203c9aa5b85/DSC_2441.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's Shimbashi is a window washers dream location. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/f762ccf4-07d0-40d4-b5fd-d294d5d32a9b/DSC_2444.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's Just clean and neat lines! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/76ba7483-5407-4d00-9ee2-d1c73ae292d5/All+Photos+-+1+of+1+%281%29.jpeg 2026 MARCH PHOTO's 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. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/ceba970b-57d9-4ea3-9709-5c25766f3f5c/All+Photos+-+1+of+1.jpeg 2026 MARCH PHOTO's 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. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/04451c0a-2970-4a46-bce9-e8d6c768e818/NIKONZ6iiiMoon120525_222.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's 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. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/3ba2b6bb-f066-4a6b-818d-39db837e7e44/NIKONZ6iiiMoon120525_223.JPG 2026 MARCH PHOTO's "Let The Cherry Blossoms Bloom" https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/youtubeconnect daily 0.75 2026-03-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/2232ac5d-3a1f-4057-9f55-d59341099b76/MRLIJ+LOGO.001.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/3e3b01cb-02f6-4814-a080-f953855955ef/Its+Not+Racism+Its+Math-+Japans+Immigration+Debate+HQ.001.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/2bd83712-f024-4d56-b7fc-b8f8cf763310/SameLife%2CDifferentSet.001.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/aa9981da-ae23-47cf-8f50-cee3cfa9c1d7/JapanThruALensLogo.001.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/d621f41b-1eaf-41f7-8178-23ad97ac516a/When+Snow+Falls+in+Kamakura+_+Hase-dera+Temple+in+Winter.001.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/7a8666c1-6f88-4681-b0f8-43364b3b931e/The+Great+Buddha+in+Snow_Letting+Weather+Tell+the+Story.001.jpeg https://www.mylifeinjapan.net/april-1-1 daily 1.0 2026-04-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63255e3a91878568315f57d2/dee22de3-73e3-4454-82fc-899d0195e224/All+Photos+-+1+of+1.jpeg 2026 APRIL PHOTO's Sakura (Cherry Blossom's) should reach "Peak" by Saturday 04.04.26. 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