Flickr Pic #123: [Kanamara Matsuri] Demure

[Kanamara Matsuri] Demure
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

An obaachan (old Japanese woman) having their hanami (Sakura blossoms viewing/picnic) with friends right within the Kanamara shrine. The shrine were filled by people primarily because of the ongoing Festival of the Steel Phallus.

Taken on April 5, 2009
Location: Kawasaki-Daishi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan

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Flickr Pic #122: Sakura 2009

Sakura 2009
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

While witnessing the Kanamara Matsuri, it was also the only time I went out to take pictures of Sakura this Spring.

Sakuras bloom almost everywhere in Japan. Cherry Blossom trees are greatly adored here even though they go into fruition only for around 2 weeks. For the Japanese, this represents life's fleeting moment.

Taken on April 5, 2009
Location: Kawasaki-Daishi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan

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Flickr Pic #121: [Kanamara Matsuri] Say Aaah!

[Kanamara Matsuri] Say Aaah!
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

The Kanamara Matsuri (Festival of the Steel Phallus) is an annual Shinto fertility festival held in Kawasaki, Japan in spring. (wiki)

Females are being asked to lineup at the wooden phallus and pose with a lollipop. 'Instinctively', this is what they do.

=P

Taken on April 5, 2009
Location: Kawasaki-Daishi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan

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Flickr Pic #119: [Shibuya] Fuji TV

[Shibuya] Fuji TV
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

Spotted this reporter with her crew in Shibuya.

Eversince, I've switched my morning channels for a chance to have another glimpse of her. :)


Taken on March 15, 2009
Location: Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

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Flickr Pic #118: [Shibuya] Lost in Thoughts

[Shibuya] Lost in Thoughts
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

My favorite subjects when it comes to street photography in Tokyo are people. There are too many characters, each with a different kind of story to tell.


Taken on March 15, 2009
Location: Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

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Flickr Pic #116: [Dulawitog] Memoirs

[Dulawitog] Memoirs
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

a scene from the drama set: Four Wives and a Funeral

Story revolves around each wives' characters as they discuss their relationship with their (former) husband.

Featuring the 4th and favorite wife of the deceased character.

Shot on scene relying on studio lights.


Taken on March 15, 2009
Location: Ebisu, Tokyo, Japan

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Flickr Pic #116: [Dulawitog] The Proud Wife

[Dulawitog] The Proud Wife
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

a scene from the drama set: Four Wives and a Funeral

Story revolves around each wives' characters as they discuss their relationship with their (former) husband.

Featuring the 3rd wife of the deceased character.

Shot on scene relying on studio lights.


Taken on March 15, 2009
Location: Ebisu, Tokyo, Japan

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Flickr Pic #115: [Dulawitog] Kiss

[Dulawitog] Kiss
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

From the set: Four Wives and a Funeral

Story revolves around each wives' characters as they discuss their relationship with their (former) husband.

In this scene, the husband plants a kiss to his 4th and latest wife favoring her amongst his past wives.

Taken on March 15, 2009
Location: Ebisu, Tokyo, Japan

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Flickr Pic #114: [Dulawitog] Juanang Tokyoite

[Dulawitog] Juanang Tokyoite
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

A monologue about a female domestic helper in Tokyo named Juana. While waiting to be connected online with her friends/family, she discusses about the joys and hardships of being an OFW (Overseas Filipino Worker) in Japan.

Taken on March 15, 2009
Location: Ebisu, Tokyo, Japan

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Flickr Pic #112: [Dulawitog] Ebisu Bar

[Dulawitog] Ebisu Bar
Originally uploaded by scion_cho

What the Dickens!

an English bar in Ebisu, Tokyo

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Was invited to shoot for a bar event in Tokyo. The event was a series of plays, coupled with musical performances by Filipino artists based in Japan.

Dulawitog is a combined name for Dula, Awit at Tugtog (play, songs and sounds)

Taken on March 15, 2009
Location: Ebisu, Tokyo, Japan

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