Somewhere between Tokyo and Hakone No. 11
Last year, on the way to Hakone, I became enraptured by how time and space collapsed as we traveled quickly along the railway.
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Ka’alawai Beach in the morning
Ka’alawai is the beach between Black Point and Diamond Head in east Honolulu. The people of Hawaii have long enjoyed the waters and fishing along this stretch of beach. Surfing is also popular here at “Brown’s Surf Spot.” From this beach, looking east, is a view of Shangri La, the former home of heiress Doris [...]
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Honolulu Harbor
Here are two similar views of Honolulu Harbor taken yesterday, February 28, 2009. Both views look westward from Bishop Street. One of these includes the Hawaii Superferry manuevering to dock. The harbor was originally called “Ke Awa O Kou” by the Hawaiians (The Harbor of Kou). The harbor was named “Fair Haven” by westerners 1796, [...]
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Diamond Head from Portlock Point
I didn’t know this place existed. From Lumahai Street you’d never know there was a path to this place. But it’s just a short walk from the road down a steep and narrow pathway. Carefully make your way down as it can be dangerous even when dry. This is a view of Diamond Head from [...]
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Aloha Tower
The Aloha Tower on Mothers’ Day Aloha Tower Marketplace, Honolulu, Hawaii May 11, 2008
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Quay on the Thu Bon River
Morning in the ancient village. Hoi An, Viet Nam November 8, 2007
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