Tag Archives: Tokyo

Ailsa’s Travel Theme: Up

Posted on January 18, 2013 by

Sometimes it pays to look up … you never know what you might see! Things are looking up with Ailsa’s Travel Theme at Where’s My Backpack, so check it out, y’all!

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That’s So Gouache: The Depth Map Art of Kazuki Takamatsu

Posted on January 17, 2013 by

Hi everybody … and if I haven’t said so already … Happy New Year! I’ve been a little slow out of the gate as we march boldly into 2013, and maybe that because the prospect of facing a full year … Continue reading →

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Ailsa’s Travel Theme: Glass

Posted on January 14, 2013 by

Glass makes a marvelous reflective surface, as evidenced in these buildings in various parts of Tokyo. It’s like they’re giving a glimpse into another world. They’re breaking glass at Ailsa’s Travel Theme, so check it out!

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Reflections

Posted on November 30, 2012 by

The mirror’s reflection shows sushi chefs hard at work in a Tokyo restaurant. So much sushi … so little time!

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A to Z Challenge: The Letter V: Vessels

Posted on November 28, 2012 by

Over the rivers and across the oceans, man sails the seven seas in a variety of water-farin’ vessels of all shapes and sizes!

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Ailsa’s Travel Theme: Spooky

Posted on October 26, 2012 by

These wrapped-in-plastic mannequins have a spooky, Stepford Kids/Children Of The Corn look that’s appropriate for this spooky time of year. Happy Halloween everybody!!!

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Big!

Posted on October 12, 2012 by

There’s a lot of really big things in Tokyo! For more really big things, check out this week’s WordPress Weekly Photo Challenge!

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Everyday Life

Posted on September 14, 2012 by

Sometimes a little midday shuteye is all one needs to get through the hectic pace of everyday life, be it in San Francisco (above) or Tokyo (below).

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A-Z Challenge: The Letter G: Golden Gai

Posted on August 14, 2012 by

Tucked away just under the railroad overpass in Tokyo’s bustling Shinjuku district are six narrow alleyways known as Golden Gai. Lined with over 200 shanty-style restaurants, clubs and bars, it’s a real slice of old-time Tokyo just yards from the ultra-modern … Continue reading →

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A-Z Challenge: The Letter A: Advertising

Posted on July 3, 2012 by

Specifically outdoor advertising, and nobody does that better than the Japanese. For someone who works in advertising, the city was a goldmine of inspiration. I don’t know what most of it means, but I love the relentless creativity behind it … Continue reading →

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