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Amazing Japan in 20 Time-Lapse Videos at Night

Amazing Japan in 20 Time-Lapse Videos at Night

Can't get enough of the beautiful Japanese night scenery? Are you a desperate addict looking for your fix? Get your dose of pulsating light and dark skies with our selection of time-lapse videos from Japan directly to your screen. Fasten your seat belt, because this journey will take you all over Japan!

By Diletta Fabiani

https://vimeo.com/159779368

Hokkaido

Hokkaido is the northernmost and one of the least urbanized regions of Japan. Enjoy this video of the view from Mount Tengu and Mount Hakodate.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ttj3Q5LQ6YQ

Fukushima

While it briefly shows daytime in the beginning, don't be fooled! This video is also a great way to observe the natural night scenery around Fukushima.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cimyKo1dD9Y

Nagano

For those of you who prefer the tranquil countryside to busy cities, check out this time-lapse video of the night sky in Yatsugatake in Nagano Prefecture.

https://vimeo.com/30295903

Tokushima

A similar video, shot in Tokushima.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3oI0o1oWvk

Gunma

A koinobori (carp streamer) is a line of carp-shaped wind socks that are traditionally flown for Children's Day, during Golden Week (generally April 29-May 5). Enjoy the beautiful night sky over a koinobori, shot in Gunma Prefecture.

Diletta Fabiani

I moved to Japan in 2013 for my Ph.D in International Relations at Waseda University. On the side, I write all kinds of things: novels in Italian, live reports on the Japanese rock and Visual Kei scene, and articles about other fun stuff you can see and do in Japan.

www.dilettaf.it