Tag Archives: Tokyo
Street Portraitist
Spent an afternoon in the park taking pictures with the Street Portraitist and this was the happy result. It is always interesting to watch someone learn by doing it, figuring out what works and what they like as they go. … Continue reading
Autumn in Tokyo
Yes, I know. Another post about autumn leaves in Japan. But it’s my favourite season and it is gorgeous. And so sunny for November too! Perfect weather for a day in Hama-rikyu onshi-teien, beautiful gardens set around two huge duck … Continue reading
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We should play Tokyo more often
It’s rare for us all to be in good moods at the same time. We should play Tokyo more often… Our songs don’t mean much in English either, so don’t worry.
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‘The waters are rising’ – The National in Tokyo, 09/11/11
This shouldn’t necessarily be an earthquake story. It should be a music review, of a band and how they played, the songs they sang in whichever order, and how happy they made everyone that heard them. But it is set … Continue reading
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Autumn leaves, autumn sounds
Leaves: Sounds: I love this time of year.
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Characterised by repetitive beats
One of the less fun things about clocking up another birthday is the dawning realisation that each visit to a club could be the last. As people slow down, the sofa or bar becomes more appealing, especially when weighed against … Continue reading
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A year in Yoyogi Park
One year ago today I saw Yoyogi Park for the first time. Here is how it looked this afternoon, as we celebrated this anniversary together: On that first visit last year, it was a case of instant attraction. I hadn’t … Continue reading
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ten minutes love
Haven’t got the heart for a rant this weekend. Looking forward to fun times with good people, the sun is shining and – in spite of the usual piss-artists and their attempts to spread misery around – life is good. … Continue reading
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I ♥ Hatsudai Awa Odori
I love Japan the most when it’s a public holiday. It seems like everyone agrees to put the frantic pace of life to one side for a day and act like they were born to indolence and enjoyment instead. I … Continue reading
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Roke encounters
Roke wasn’t my first typhoon so I thought I knew what to expect: the windows would rattle, there would be a ton of rain and it wouldn’t be very pleasant to be outside. I checked the Japan Railways website before … Continue reading
