The moon back lights the Torii gate Kyoto Japan.

The moon back lights the Torii gate Kyoto Japan.

Ferris wheel of color Kobe Japan

Overcast from the ocean drifts in over a ferris wheel in Kobe Japan.

Autumn winds Kyoto Japan

As the temperature begins to drop cold winds churn the autumn leaves.

Summer clouds over Kyoto Japan

Clouds form over Kyoto on another hot humid day in summer.

New Years Sunrise Lake Biwa Japan

The sun rises over Lake Biwa for the first time of the new year. Shiga Japan.

Mini Izakaya, Osaka Japan

Customers enjoy a few drinks at a local Izakaya, Osaka Japan

Osaka Castle skyline

Osaka castle sits among the clouds of purple hues.

Classic Japanese coffee shop #2

Here is another example of a classic Japanese Coffee shop from the 80’s period or before. This one has some interesting architectural design. These shops are pre-Starbucks invasion and are a nice break from the same chain store scenery. Also, the service is usually even better.