When I look back on my photos of Japan, I cringe at most of them. My trip was some years ago. It was also my first time travelling with a DSLR camera (the now-discontinued Nikon D80). I was bursting with excitement, eager to experiment with my new investment, but little did I know how steep the learning […]
The Meaning of Cherry Blossoms in Japan: Life, Death and Renewal
To everyone’s delight, cherry blossoms in Japan are already blooming as families and friends unite for the highly anticipated, centuries-old tradition of hanami (cherry blossom-viewing). The explosion of pale pink petals is a euphoric sight to behold, but did you know there’s more to their splendour than meets the eye? The meaning of cherry blossoms […]