From the category archives:

Tranquil time out

Tranquil time out #77

by Lee on 8/20/2010

A ponder.

Tokyo cherry blossom

And a peruse.

Tokyo cherry blossom

Of the petals.

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Tranquil time out #76

by Lee on 8/13/2010

Summer in Japan is all well and good, but back in the spring, sitting and reading without worrying about disappearing in a pool of perspiration was particularly pleasant.

Tokyo cherry blossom

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Tranquil time out #75

by Lee on 7/30/2010

The sounds, supplemented by those from the encroaching city,

Listen!

and the common sights,

Tokyo temple

of a temple in Tokyo.

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Tranquil time out #74

by Lee on 7/8/2010

The perfect spot for some quiet contemplation.

Japanese temple

And the soothing sight of some colourful koi.

Japanese temple

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Tranquil time out #73

by Lee on 6/9/2010

The simple serenity of sauntering around a shrine on a sunny day whilst surrounded by azaleas.

Shinto shrine

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