Winter days, Lake Biwa Japan

Walking on a cold brisk winter day in the north Lake Biwa area. For those of us that travel and love photography, a bag becomes like a faithful partner as the miles pile on.

Europe In Japan. Kobe City.

This fun colorful European style shopping center is located in Kobe Japan.

Himeji Castle in Fall

A wonderful cool fall in Himeji. Locals and tourists flock to the area for the colors and open spaces.

Fall in Nara Park

This capture was during fall. Leaves falling into the pond along with the beautiful colors of the Koi made for a nice contrasting image.

Midnight express

A Express train passes late at night leaving a blaze of color in the darkness on its way to Kyoto station.

Train crossing Kyoto

The express train “Thunderbird” passes under a residential area of Kyoto. The Thunderbird train is easily recognizable due to its large forehead design.

Colors awash in a background of Vermilion. Kyoto Japan

Three girls chat during the “Ohmato Taikai”, the 400 year old archery competition held at the Sanjūsangen-dō Temple in Kyoto.

Torii Gate leads to Lake Biwa, Shiga Japan

Torii Gate on Lake Biwa as dusk settles.