Late night Hanami

Let it go
I was a bit tired on the first night, and actually just wanted to cross the river to have a look at the castle, in preparation for the visit tomorrow. But then, right on the river bank, I saw a few stands, and people, and then more stands, and many many more people… Another Hanami […] Read More

Faded

Let it go
Beauty is only temporary… most of the cherry trees have lost the blossoms by now. It must have been quite a sight when they were in full bloom. I managed to get some pics one night at the canal. The lamps look beautiful. However, if you expect some millennia old Japanese wisdom… be warned: it’s advertisement. […] Read More

Hanami

Let it go
After the rain yesterday, Tokyo showed its most beautiful side today, with deep blue skies. Perfect to walk along the neighboring Meguro River, that runs through the neighborhood and gives it its name. The river is heavily landscaped, it looks more like a canal now, but has nice cherry tree lined promenades on each side. […] Read More