Japan: Lion rocks (Shishiiwa)

Sotomo Arch was chosen by "Japan's 31 most beautiful places" by CCN. Sotomo boasts many natural formations that let you forget yourself in nature's imaginative beauty, such as Fufukameiwa (Turtle Couple Rock), Shishiiwa (Lion Rock), and Karafunajima (Tang Ship Island).

Source: http://wakasa-obama.jp/en/Tourism/detail.php?52
Postcrossing Forum - 2018 February 50 RR [mahora]
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Japan: Nagoya Television Pylon

Nagoya Television Pylon was established in 1954 by the joint efforts of government and private organizations. It was the first tower for electric wave in Japan, and a well-known symbol of Nagoya.

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Japan: Nara

The five-storied pagoda of Kofuku-ji temple in Nara.

The original pagoda was burnt down by fire, and the present pagoda was reconstructed in the 33rd year of the Oei Era. It is the second in height in Japan only to the five-storied pagoda at To-ji Temple in Kyoto.

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Japan: New Year Greetings

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Japan: Tokyo Tower 東京タワー

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Japan: Giraffe

Sender said this is a giraffe in the Asahiyama Zoo in Hokkaido. :D

Postcrossing Forum - 10 Countries RR Group 28 [AsahiUmi]
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Japan: Lunar New Year's Greetings

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Japan: Statue of Faithful Dog "Hachiko"

The Statue of "Hachiko" is a symbol of Shibuya station. It was built in 1934, and the Present statue was rebuilt in 1948.

Postcrossing Forum - City view tag [sakura8341]
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Japan: Sumida River, Asakusa, Tokyo

Postcrossing Forum - 2018 January 50 RR [mahora]
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Japan: Furano

Furano (富良野) is a town in the center of Hokkaido, known for their pleasant and picturesque rural landscapes. The best time to visit is July, when the lavender fields are in bloom. During winter, Furano turns into a popular downhill and cross country skiing resort.

Source: https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e6825.html
Postcrossing ID: JP-1061474
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Japan: Nagoya Television Pylon

The tower established in 1954 by the joint efforts of government and private organizations, is the first tower for electric wave in Japan and well-known as a symbol of Nagoya.

Postcrossing ID: JP-1060868
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Japan: Mount Fuji

Mt. Fuji, the symbol of Japan is the most beautiful and highest in Japan The view from Kawaguchiko Lake is most popular and typical.

Postcrossing Forum - 2018 January 50 RR [fuyukaki]
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Japan: Mojikou Retro High Mart

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Japan: Road to Laputa

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Japan: SKYTREE 晴空塔

SKYTREE White

It is an original color based on "aijiro", the lightest shade of Japanese traditional indigo blue. The color of SKYTREE also replicates the technique of indigo dyers, with a hint of blue added to the white color, giving a delicate pale blue glow, like that of white celadon ware. Colors created by indigo dyers represent the legacy of Japanese traditional craftsmanship as conserved in the traditional residential area housing the tower.

Postcrossing Forum - 3+ stamps tag [sometimes_light]
Source: http://www.tokyo-skytree.jp/en/about/design/
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Japan: Tokyo Tower

Located in Minato, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo is the second tallest structure in Japan. Built in 1958, the tower's main source of income are tourism and antenna leasing. Over 150 million have visited the tower.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo_Tower
Postcrossing Forum - 2017 December 50 RR [mahora]
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Japan: Kaminarion Gate

The Kaminarimon (雷門 "Thunder Gate") is the outer of two large entrance gates the ultimately leads to the Senso-ji in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan. The gate, with its lantern and statues, is popular with tourists.

Painted on the back of the later is the gate's official name, Furaijinmon (風雷神門).

The characters 金龍山 (Kinryu-zan) on the tablet above the lantern reads from right to left and reference the Senso-ji.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaminarimon
Walagemini trip to Tokyo in November, 2017
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Japan: Japanese Archipelago

Postcrossing Forum - 2017 November 50 RR [mahora]
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Japan: Full moon

A Blue Moon, a total lunar eclipse and a supermoon is all happening in January 2018.

A Blue Moon is when two full moons happen in the same calendar month, and supermoons happen when the moon's perigee - its closest approach to Earth in a single orbit - coincides with a full moon. The first full moon of January will take place on the night of January 1st or the morning of January 2nd depending on your location. While the second full moon and the lunar eclipse will occur on the night of January 31st or February 1st.

Source: https://www.space.com/39208-super-blue-blood-moon-guide.html
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Japan: Giraffe

When I was younger, I really like giraffes. Not that I have seen a real one in person, but their long necks and cute baby calves amazed me. I would draw a tiny giraffe next to my name every time I write postcards or letters to my friends. Although I don't draw giraffes on my cards anymore, it would be awesome to order a stamp with my Postcrossing name and a small giraffe to use on postcards or Postcrossing meetups again.

Some fun facts about giraffes

1) A giraffe's neck is too short to reach the ground. As a result, it has to awkwardly spread or bend its front legs to reach the ground for a drink of water.

2) Giraffes only need to drink once every few days. Most of their water comes from all the plants they eat.

3) Despite being incredibly tall, giraffes still only have seven vertebrae in their neck, which is the same number as humans and most other animals.

4) Giraffe feet are the size of a dinner plate with a diameter of 30cm.

5) About 50% of all giraffe calves do not survive their first year.

What animal do you like most and why? :)





Source: http://www.discoverwildlife.com/animals/mammals/21-amazing-facts-about-giraffes-you-might-not-know
Postcrossing Forum - October 50 RR [mahora]
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