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Wed, 12 Nov 2014 | By travel-tips | Views [3426]
One of the most interesting aspects of travel can be understanding the quirks and idiosyncrasies that make up a culture. But when it comes to Japan, their unique collection of modern rituals, social faux pas and unwritten rules of society could fill ... Read more >
Tags: advice, japan, travel
Wed, 24 Jan 2007 | By dan_in_japan | Views [3346] | Comments [6]
Today was the last day of my 9 month contract teaching at Kokubunji High School. I had a great time teaching here, and if it wasn't for the length of time travelling and some other minor things, I probably would have taken them up on the offer of an ... Read more >
Tags: Culture
Tue, 30 Sep 2008 | By bergdorf-brunette | Views [1257]
Ich glaube ich passe mich langsam an Japan an: Ich mache Sachen die unmöglich sind nur weil sie gemacht gehören (bzw. im Reiseführer stehen). Für mich heisst das soviel wie: um 5 Uhr aufstehen (bei grausigem Regenwetter)um mir Fische anzuschaun und hart ... Read more >
Sun, 7 Oct 2007 | By brentoc | Views [812] | Comments [1]
I ended up in a tent on a lake shore, only a few other people around and a few trees leaning to the sun. Not bad for a destination that i didnt really know anything about! :)
I had been in Kobe city for a couple of days, catching up with Josh & Sue ... Read more >
Tags: Adventures
Thu, 3 Jan 2008 | By jess_vl | Views [656] | Comments [3]
Ok, so i know i'm a little late, but i thought i'd take the time to stop and say happy new years to everyone, and i hope this year will be as fantastic as mine has been so far... coz i started work at the ridiculous time of 6 this morning, its now ... Read more >
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Thu, 1 May 2014 | By | Views [188] | Scholarship Entry
Our first stop in Japan was Kyoto and my husband and I didn't know what to expect. Arriving at the station was incredible: A massive mall built atop the train station loomed over us, like the Tower Of Babylon. My friend, Dave was the host for the stay.... Read more >
Tags: 2014 Travel Writing Scholarship - Euro Roadtrip
Fri, 31 Oct 2014 | By nickjackson | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry
Japan is a country I’ve always wanted to travel to. I wanted to learn more about the culture, visit the ancient temples and see the beautiful cherry blossom first hand. The latter seemed a good place to start my research as my trip would be timed perfectly ...
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Tags: 2014 travel photography scholarship, asia, asian, fuji, geisha, japan, japanese, kyoto, mount, tokyo
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 | By graynomadsusa | Photo Gallery
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Mon, 16 Feb 2009 | By peter_allen | Photo Gallery
pics from the motorcycle ride in Feb
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Mon, 1 Nov 2010 | By abcarlson | Photo Gallery
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Sat, 21 May 2011 | By elishacurcio | Photo Gallery
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Sat, 22 Oct 2011 | By images_in_air | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry
What do I know about Photography ? Technically, almost nothing. But I know the feeling. Having your eyes catch the essence and the uniqueness of the common surrounding. Holding your breath during those seconds where nature is revealing its intelligent ...
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Tags: #2011wnphoto, travel photography scholarship 2011
Tue, 1 Jan 2013 | By zimmermanwb | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry
After graduate school I was finally able to throw myself into photography, a love of mine that had always taken the back burner. I found myself plunged into a hobby that gets my blood boiling and brightens my eyes.
I’m an international schoolteacher, ...
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Tags: travel photography scholarship 2012
Mon, 14 Jan 2013 | By chipsnpeas | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry
I've made my living as a graphic designer for the past 15 years, but creatively, it's photography that pushes my buttons most, something I try my hand at at every opportunity, and never more so than when I'm travelling, an obsession that drives my wife ...
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Tags: Travel Photography Scholarship 2012