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Random Shots in Kyoto & Osaka

HWC2013040535 This is final sets of photos that I’ve taken in Kyoto and Osaka in early April. Taking a train from Osaka to Kyoto is quite convenient.  It took only about 40 minutes.   People spend 10 – 20% of their daily life on trains.  Reading books, browsing phones, or sleeping are typical ways to kill time during their commutes. Political campaign posters could still be seen on the street of Kyoto. Men walking by without paying any attention to the… read more →

Philosopher’s Walk and Jinrikisha 哲學の道和人力車

HWC2013040419 While we were walking at the Philosopher’s Walk 哲學の道 in Kyoto last week.  My daughter saw a rickshaw and wanted to have a ride. Meet Yamada Takayuki 山田孝之.  He is a professional rickshaw puller.  You can tell that he loves his profession, likes to meet new people, and is extremely good with kids.  He took us through some amazing streets full of sakura trees and flowers and has definitely made our trip in Kyoto a memorable one. Takayuki-san is a… read more →

Evening Beauty

HWC201304037 Last Wednesday night in Kyoto, I left my wife and daughter in the hotel (with their permission ) and went out for a late evening walk along the Minamikurumaya-dori Street.  I didn’t expect much until I got there.  The true beauty of cherry blossom revealed its beauty in the evening. More shots from my Osaka and Kyoto trip tomorrow.  … read more →

Sakura Blossom

HWC201304046 I have been very busy lately and had no carefree mood to take any photo until last week during a short break with my family in Osaka and Kyoto.  The cherry blossom season was at its peak.  Beautiful sakura are everywhere along side the streets, in the parks and temples.  The much needed time off gave me a chance to get away from quarter end craziness and ponder about the meaning of work and life balance. Thanks for your visit!… read more →

Prague Streets in the Evening

L1009541 While it was freezing cold, I was able to take some street shots when I was in Prague a few weeks back. … read more →

Prague, Czech Republic

L1009202 I am in Prague attending a company event.  In between meetings, I managed to get a glimpse of this historical city.  More photos to follow …… read more →

Pokfulam Village 薄扶林村

HWC2013010224 Within 2 KM of where I live, there is an old village established back in the 17th century.  Squatters built a variety of material are mashed along the hill side.  It’s not a delightful scene in a modern city like Hong Kong.  I seldom pay any attention to it until recently I saw a video about it.  http://vimeo.com/50422493.  On January 2nd, I visited Pokfulam city.  It was a memorable experience.  … read more →

Merry Christmas 聖誕快樂!

HWC201112141 Wish everyone a Merry Christmas, a fruitful and healthy New Year!  I also wish every photographer to take more everlasting images. Look forward to posting more photos in the coming year …  … read more →

Maui – Dawn & Dusk

L1005699 After staying four nights in Maui, I am on my way back to Hong Kong today.  Maui is not an easy place to get to.  I had to fly from Hong Kong to Tokyo first, transit in Narita for over 5 hours, then take a 7 hours flight to Honolulu.  After another 2 hours stop over, I had to take another flight to Maui.  From the time I left home till checking into the hotel, it’s almost 24 hours.  Today, I had to do this all over… read more →

Maui – Church & the Pacific Ocean

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA Not many photos today …  here are shots of a small community church as I drove with my colleague Michael and his wife Cecilia to the hillside near Kahului, Northwest of Maui.  We discovered a scenic point with breath taking view of the Pacific Ocean.… read more →