Japan`s autumn colors
My favorite season in Japan is definitely autumn!
The temperature in September and November is getting bearable for Swiss people like me and the explosion of colors as the leaves take on their glorious fall foliage of red, gold and orange is magnificent – especially the maple trees in Arashiyama near Kyoto are beyond comparison.
Shinjuku, street life
Shinjuku is a major commercial and administrative centre with a population density of 17,140 persons per km²! (Zurich has an average population density of around 4.046 persons per km².) In 2007 over 3.63 millions entries and exits were counted per day at the Shinjuku train station, more than at any other station in the world.
In my opinion it is one of the best places to get lost in the crowd and the anonymity, to feel the pulsation of the city and, of course, to observe people and passengers (and some lost foreigners).
Africa, from Nairobi to Cape Town
During a backpacker trip in the summer 2006, from Nairobi (Kenya) to Cape Town (South Africa) I traveled through breathtaking landscapes, noisy and tiring cities and I got to know, that time doesn`t have the same importance in Kenya and Tanzania than elsewhere.
Even though I always knew, that growing up and living in Switzerland is a privilege, I became conscious about what this really means, only when I was facing poverty and criminality on a daily bases. Realizing this, I was deeply moved by the lightness of being of some of the people I met; living in insecurity yet, happy and generous.
Papiliorama, Kerzers
Observing dancing butterflies in a tropical environment near Berne; flashing colors and beauty in perfection are guaranteed.
In order to take these pictures a lot of patience and some sneak-up-skills were necessary 😉
Tsukiji, fish market
Situated in Tokyo, Tsukiji is the largest fish market in the world, handling more than 2000 tons of 450 types of seafood daily.
It was possible to observe the tuna auction as a visitor for free – now a special ticket is needed. However, a morning trip to Tsukiji is still worth it: savour the most delicious fresh sushi for breakfast in one of the small sushi restaurants around the fish market!
Total solar eclipse
On May 21st a total solar eclipse was visible in Tokyo!
Even though I had no clue at all how to photograph this or if it could even damage my lens or my eyes (as I have often been told) I did not want to miss this rare event: And that is the result.
The next total solar eclipse in Tokyo will be in June 2030 and I will give it another try for sure. Who is in?
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