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Japan: Sumiyoshi Taisha, the Shrine Protector of the Sea in Osaka
Sumiyoshi Taisha is one of Japan's most significant Shinto shrines. It is dedicated to the Sumiyoshi kami, the deities associated with...
Japan: Tenjin, the Deified Spirit of Sugawara no Michizane
Sugawara no Michizane was a renowned scholar and politician of Japan’s Heian period, celebrated for his intellect and integrity. After...
Japan: Osaka Tenmangu, the Legacy of Sugawara no Michizane
Osaka Tenmangu is a Shinto shrine located in the heart of Osaka city. It has a rich history that stretches back over a thousand years....
Shanshui and Sansui: Differences and Influence in Landscape Photography
Shanshui in China and Sansui in Japan are two concepts focused on the artistic representation of natural landscapes, though their...
Japan: Kami, Spirits of Nature and Ancestors in Shinto Tradition
Shintoism, the indigenous religion of Japan, centers around the worship of Kami, which are revered spirits or deities. The Kami can...
Japan: The 5 Best Spots to Photograph Around the Ariake Sea
The Ariake Sea in Japan offers immense potential for minimalist photography. Its vastness, low tides, shrines, and traditional fisheries...
Japan: Jingu, Taisha, Jinja, the Hierarchy of Shinto Shrines
Shinto shrines in Japan are categorized into several groups, each with its specific significance and importance. Ranging from small local...
Japan: Shimenawa and Shide, Shinto Spiritual Symbols
The decorative and symbolic elements of Shinto shrines, such as shimenawa and shide, play a crucial role in Japanese tradition and...
Japan: Lake Biwa, 9 Photographic Sites Between History and Minimalism
Lake Biwa is located in the Shiga Prefecture in Japan, about 20 kilometers from the city of Kyoto. It is the largest freshwater lake in...
Japan: The Meoto Iwa Rocks in Ise
The Japanese have a strong penchant for symbols. This is a well-established fact, and I have touched upon it several times in my...
Japan: The Best Spots to Photograph in the San-in Region
The San-in region, located on the coast of the Sea of Japan, is a land of contrasts and natural wonders, where time appears to have stood...
Japan: Lake Biwa, a Cultural Gem and a Source of Artistic Inspiration
Lake Biwa, located in the Shiga Prefecture of Japan, is the country's largest freshwater lake and plays a crucial role both ecologically...
Japan: The Floating Torii of Itsukushima Jinja
The Grand Torii of Itsukushima Shrine is one of Japan’s most iconic symbols and one of the most famous torii gates in the country....
Japan: Itsukushima Jinja, the Shrine of the Three Deities
Itsukushima Shrine is located on the sacred island of Itsukushima (commonly referred to as Miyajima) in Hiroshima Prefecture. As part of...
Japan: The 5 Most Beautiful Torii for Long Exposure Photography
Emblematic of Japanese culture, Torii are found throughout the territory. Symbolizing the passage into a world of spiritual purity, these...
Japan Statuary and Sacred Sites - Musée des Arts Asiatiques, Nice, France, 2018
From January 17th to May 28th 2018
An exhibition about my personal project : Statuary and Sacred Sites of Japan.
Japan: The Torii, Symbols of Purity and Spiritual Transition
The Torii are not just architectural elements that define the landscapes and sacred spaces of Japan. They embody the very essence of...
Japan: Lake Shinji in Matsue, Between Natural Beauty and Cultural Richness
Lake Shinji is likely the most interesting lake in the San-in region. It is located near Matsue in Shimane Prefecture and ranks as the...
Japan: The Suizen-ji Jōju-en Garden in Kumamoto
The Suizen-ji Jōju-en Garden, located in Kumamoto within the prefecture of the same name on Kyushu Island, stands as a quintessential...
Japan Festival - The Japan Cub of Geneva, Carouge, Switzerland, 2015
4th October 2015
The Japan Club of Geneva organizes the 6th Japan Festival (Nihon Matsuri) in Carouge, Switzerland.
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