Osaka 2008: People, Places, Odd Things

Sorry that I haven't posted many new pics for my blog, just lots of pics of family and friends (that I won't post on a public blog). Anyway, I still have a huge back catalog of old pics to share, to keep everyone interested until I come up with a new project. I'm going to Tokyo and Osaka again in November, and maybe Okinawa (where I'm originally from). I'll post a picture a day during these times.... but enjoy these pics for now......


Traditional Wedding in Kyoto


View from Sky Garden in Umeda district of Osaka



Modern hair with traditional kimono for wedding



Odd Thing: Jack Black makes a mocha blend drink in Japan?



Lolitas in American town, Osaka



Umeda district at night



Tough, small girl with a tough, small dog.




A killer soba shop down this traditional street in Osaka



Kids walking in Nara



Lolita and Goth Lolita



Umeda district early in the morning




So many pop machines in Japan, but rarely do you see them being filled up.... until now....




Coffee house decorated to look like a wall of coffee beans.... a literal interpretation.



Modern art around a government building in Umeda district.



Odd thing.......just plain odd......

Trafalgar's Bistro

If you've ever been to Sweet Obsessions on W.16th, just a few blocks West of Arbutus, then you have to have brunch and dessert at Trafalgar's Bistro. It's 3 stores East of Sweet Obsessions, and in fact, the original Sweet Obsession cafe was actually part of Trafalgar's Bistro. If you look at Trafalgar's big green awning, you will actually read "Trafalgar's at Sweet Obsessions". Every dessert served at Sweet Obsessions is also served at Trafalgar's. You pay a bit more at Trafalgar's, but as you can see in the picture, you get more (as well as better ambiance and service!!). Enjoy the pics!!

Singapore 2009

NYC 2003

Soho district..... I love how the buildings curve to the street.......



Near Rockefeller Centre


I found some old pics I took on a trip to NYC a few years ago...... I have binders full of old negatives that I want to scan one day, but until then, I'll do it the old school way by taking a picture of the picture.......

Shot on Ricoh GR-1, Kodak T-Max TCN C41 black and white film

Hot Wheels

I love Hotwheels. Even when I was too old to play with them, I'd still secretly play with them... until my mom gave them all away one day.

Reflection

Impromptu Fisheye Lens

A new car that's well washed and polished, a beautiful day, and interesting buildings close together make for a great reflection shot..... taken in Osaka in 2009 while visiting my bro and his wife...... in case you're a car buff, it's the equivalent to a Lexus RX350 here, called the Toyota Harrier........