Japan: Land of the Rising Sun

Japan has taken over the world as a popular spot to travel over the past few years. I have been there multiple times already and each time feels just as enjoyable as the last. Japan has so so much to offer in terms of culture, experiences, food, and more. To top it off, Japan has also had some of the kindest souls I've met on my travels. I love travelling here, and I love getting to see different parts of Japan. I've met people from all parts of Japan I've been to, and they're always happy to share recommendations for places to eat or see or to go to. From the Osaka aquarium, to the famous teamlabs experience, to low-key izakaya's and high-end japanese bbq, everything feels as though it was made with care. Don't even get me started on the convenience stores actually being so convenient. I spent so much time in those. I've been here 3x already, and I'll definitely be back for a 4th in the future.


The photos for this trip were inspired by the feelings of wonder I have whenever I am in Japan. So when I edited these photos, my goal was to express that. A lot the photos I took, may feel dreamy or magical in a sense. I hope that see these photos brings those same feelings to you.

A small Japanese restaurant illuminated by red lanterns at night with traditional decorative elements on the storefront.
Street food vendors prepare fresh food at a local market stall with a bright red counter at dusk in Japan.
Customers sit at a dimly lit counter under hanging lamps while a chef works with fresh fish at a market stall.
Illuminated Dotonbori canal district in Osaka at night with neon signs reflecting on dark waters between crowded streets.
Blurred motion of crowded shoppers walking through a busy market street with storefronts in Japan.
A silhouetted figure walks down a rainy alley in Japan lit by traditional lanterns with Japanese signage overhead.
Modern office buildings and convention center with green glass dome in Osaka city skyline on an overcast day.
Crowds of tourists gather at the entrance of Todaiji Temple in Nara, Japan, featuring ornate traditional architecture.
Traditional Asian calligraphy tools displayed on wooden desk with brushes, framed artwork and bamboo writing set.
A street performer juggles fire batons in front of a blue tiled wall while onlookers capture photos.
Traditional Japanese castle tower with multiple dark tiled roofs and white walls rises above green trees in Fushimi, Kyoto.
Two traditional Japanese castle towers with curved roofs stand among lush green gardens and stone pathways at Fushimi Castle.
Traditional Japanese torii gate with curved wooden beam stands against vibrant green maple trees in a temple garden.
Narrow street in Omoide Yokocho, Tokyo, with Japanese lanterns and signs decorating shops along a bustling alley.
Tall green bamboo stalks grow densely in a peaceful forest grove with sunlit yellow highlights filtering through.
Close-up portrait of a young deer with velvety antlers looking at the camera with a soft gaze on a blurred background.
Ancient stone demon mask covered in moss sits among rocks and greenery in a shaded garden setting.
Golden wooden prayer tablets with Japanese characters arranged in rows at a Shinto shrine glow in warm lighting.
A single pink lotus flower blooms among a sea of vibrant green lotus leaves in a tranquil pond.
A tall stone monument with Japanese text inscribed stands in a lush green forest setting with trees in the background.
Illuminated Japanese storefront at night with glowing orange lanterns and neon signs decorating the traditional restaurant entrance.