As a photographer I always look for good light and contrast. Minato Mirai has both in abundance. An artificial island that they really started developing it in the early-90s boom years, they have never stopped. One of the main attractions is the Landmark Tower, Japan's tallest building. What strikes me most here is the very different look and feel you get in the daytime and nighttime. In daytime, the buildings look kind of dated, or as if they are still in the development stage. But at night, it magically transforms itself into a fantastic night scene.
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Yokohama Minato Mirai 21
Wearing two hats – as different as night and day

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Boats for karaoke and drinking.

MM21 still under development.

MM21 at night in all its glory.

Landmark Tower (left), Yokohama’s symbol.

The sky's brownish color is actually red sand from China!

On the left is the huge Cosmo Clock 21 Ferris wheel.

MM21 on a foggy, rainy day.

A Christmas tree in MM21.

Landmark Tower from a different angle.

Celebration time at MM21!
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Tristan Scholze
11 years ago
Fantastic photographs. Really a joy to read this! Excellent!
Larry Knipfing
11 years ago
These shots of Minato Mirai are great, Josef. In fact, ALL your photos are beautiful. What kind of camera do you use?
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