Torii Gate leads to Lake Biwa, Shiga Japan

Torii Gate on Lake Biwa as dusk settles.

Kano Tailor Shop Kyoto Japan

Kano Tailor one of many old businesses in Kyoto.

Winter on Lake Biwa Shiga Prefecture

Sun rays light the frozen shores of Lake Biwa.

Spring Cherry Blossoms Kyoto

Spring Cherry Blossoms line the Biwako canal Kyoto City

Pontocho alley Kyoto

Two women in traditional clothing walk through Pontocho alley in Kyoto.

Streets of Kyoto

Two Maiko and a Geiko wait at a cross in Gion, Kyoto Japan.

Winter train ride in Kyoto

The rising light from the late morning winter sun begins to warm the train cabin. Kyoto, Japan.

Classic Japanese coffee shop

This is a prime example of a classic Japanese Coffee shop from the 80’s period or before. Neon is usually is present along with window food displays and curtains. These shops are pre-Starbucks invasion and are a nice break from the same chain store scenery. Also, the service is usually even better.