Koriga-Ike Pond, Izu Peninsula
Koriga-Ike Pond, shaped over thousands of years by seismic activity along the Tanna Fault, provides a picturesque pause for travelers along the Izu Skyline. This well-frequented toll road winds through the mountain ridges of the Izu Peninsula, situated approximately 120 km southwest of central Tokyo, Japan.
Border Collie and Mt. Fuji
A snow-capped Mt. Fuji provides a nice backdrop to a portrait of my border collie as we take a break at a small rest area on the side of the Izu Skyline toll road near the mountain ridges of Izu Peninsula, Japan.
Izu Skyline, Shizuoka Pref.
Slow moving clouds sweeping high above the snow-capped peak of Mt. Fuji as seen from the Izu Skyline along the mountain ridgeline of the Izu Peninsula, Japan.
Border Collie Bliss: Exploring Kawazu River
My border collie is a huge fan of coastal waves, mud puddles, and lazily flowing rivers. Kawazu River was the highlight of her visit while her human was more focused on the surrounding Kawazu-zakura cherry blossoms!
Kawazu Cherry Blossoms
Explore the enchanting beauty of Kawazu-Zakura's unexpectedly early cherry blossoms through vivid photographs and detailed travel tips, capturing the essence of the 2024 festival.
Imaihama Beach, Izu Peninsula
Embark on a journey through Imaihama Beachfront, discovering the historic allure of Imai-So and its connections to literary icon Yukio Mishima, while savoring the natural beauty of the Imaihama Beach and cherry blossoms during the Kawazu-zakura Cherry Blossom Festival.
Sea Stack, Izu Peninsula
View of the rising sun blocked by a sea stack on the sandy Imaihama Beach in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
Imaihama Beach, Izu Peninsula
View of sea stacks and the sandy Imaihama Beach as seen from atop coastal cliffs during dawn in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
Yokohama's Queen’s Square from Bankoku Bridge
Bankoku Bridge in Yokohama, Japan, provides access from Bashamichi Station to Akarenga Park and the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse plaza. What makes this bridge standout is its enchanting view of towering skyscrapers gracing the Port of Yokohama waterfront.
Odori-Koen Park: Picture Lanterns
Yokohama's exhibition featuring captivating picture lanterns from Yuzawa, Akita Prefecture—a tradition deeply rooted in Yuzawa's annual Picture Lantern Festival, with a rich history spanning over 300 years.