Japan Photos

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:26:06

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Whale Sharks, Okinawa

Photograph by Itsuo Inouye/AP

Whale sharks thrill a crowd at the Churaumi Aquarium on Okinawa, part of the Ryukyu archipelago south of mainland Japan. The aquarium features marine life found off the subtropical island, which is one of four “Blue Zones” where inhabitants enjoy extraordinarily long lives.

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:26:16

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Geisha Portrait

Photograph by Jodi Cobb/National Geographic Stock

A geisha stands with sealed lips symbolizing a code of honor. Entertaining Japan’s male elite through music, dance, song, and conversation, geisha are valued as much for discretion as for beauty. The famed icons of Japanese culture have practiced their gei, or art, for over 250 years.

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:26:28

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Azaleas in Bloom

Photograph by Jose Fuste Raga/Corbis

Azaleas bloom in colorful clusters in a garden outside Tokyo. Japan is well known for its artistic, sometimes spiritual, approach to gardening, and visiting botanical gardens is a popular activity.

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:32:09

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Japanese Macaques, Honshu

Photograph by Roy Toft/National Geographic Stock

Two Japanese macaques, or snow monkeys, give each other the once-over on Honshu island. Living farther north than any other non-human primates, they rely on thick coats to help them survive the frigid temperatures in the highlands of central Japan and spend time soaking in the region’s many thermal springs.

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:32:22

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Rappongi Hills, Tokyo

Photograph by Samwell Ortiz, My Shot

A wall goes digital in Roppongi Hills, a shopping and entertainment complex in Tokyo that boasts an arena, restaurants, and residences, as well as a 360-degree view of the city from the top of its centerpiece, the Mori Tower. The development’s art museums and exhibits have made it a popular cultural destination.

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:32:35

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New Year’s Rice Cakes

Photograph by Phil Iossifidis, My Shot

Rice cakes, or mochi, are a favorite in Japan, particularly during the New Year, when they are traditionally given as gifts, set out decoratively in the home, or offered at shrines and temples. Their surfaces dusted with flour, the sticky, glutinous cakes are often stuffed with sweet beans or served in soup and, when not made by hand in a complex process, are widely available in supermarkets.

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:32:53

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Paper Lanterns

Photograph by Phil Iossifidis, My Shot

Paper lanterns decorated with script glow orange in Japan. The Japanese language commonly uses 15,000 kanji characters, which are borrowed from Chinese. Schoolchildren as young as seven must confront the language’s complexities, such as learning to write some of the 200-plus characters for the sound “shou.”

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:33:04

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Sumo Wrestlers, Nagoya

Photograph by AP

Sumo wrestlers clash in a ring in Nagoya. Once supported by the patronage of emperors, Japan’s national sport has roots going back nearly 1,500 years. Short but intense, most matches last less than a minute, with the grandly attired gyoji serving as referee.

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:33:16

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Festival Float, Hirosaki

Photograph by Jtb Photo

A brilliantly decorated lantern float stands out against the summer night sky during the Neputa Festival in Hirosaki. Often depicting warriors and shaped like fans, the floats are accompanied by traditional drums. Folk festivals featuring traditional music, dance, and costume are an important cultural element in Japan.

雪儿 · 发表于: 2011-7-19 13:33:29

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Himeji-Jo

Photograph by Brianna Danese, My Shot

Designated a World Heritage site by the United Nations, Himeji-Jo is one of the finest surviving examples of classic Japanese architecture. Dating from the early 17th century, the striking, white-walled castle is also classified as a national treasure in Japan.

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