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Posted on May 28, 2018August 5, 2018 by Emma Gray

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Backstreets in Japan are magical, especially in Kyoto ✨🇯🇵 Each one is unique. Backstreets are one of my favourite things about exploring new countries and cities ❤️ 🌃 . . . #kyoto #neonlights #urban #sheisnotlost #nightphotography #instakyoto #instajapan #exploring #travel #photography #travelphotography #moodygrams #agameoftones #backstreet #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #uncoveringcities #womenwhoexplore #streetphotography #lensbible #theculturetrip #architecture #japan #citylimitless #createexplore #exploretocreate #createcommune #wanderlust #nikon #unlimitedjapan
Having become enchanted by the world of geisha when I first read ‘Memoirs of a Geisha’, and being a photography nerd, of course I had to go geisha spotting in Japan! But it’s definitely not easy. This is the best geisha photo I got all trip but I still love it. It was pretty magical seeing geisha discreetly shuffle down the streets, trying to blend in with the crowds. But by the time you spotted a geisha, it was usually too late to snap a decent photo! Can’t wait to go back and explore the streets of Gion again one day. ✨ . . . #kyoto #sunset #urbansunset #sheisnotlost #citysunset #instakyoto #instajapan #geisha #travel #photography #travelphotography #moodygrams #agameoftones #backstreet #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #uncoveringcities #womenwhoexplore #streetphotography #lensbible #theculturetrip #architecture #japan #citylimitless #createexplore #exploretocreate #createcommune #wanderlust #nikon #unlimitedjapan
I’m really not one for cliches, but honestly there are few things I love more than taking my time watching sunsets (especially in new places) and appreciating how lucky I am to see and experience the things I do ❤️🌇 . . . #osaka #sunset #urbansunset #sheisnotlost #citysunset #instaosaka #instajapan #cityscape #travel #photography #travelphotography #moodygrams #agameoftones #urban #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #uncoveringcities #womenwhoexplore #streetphotography #lensbible #theculturetrip #architecture #japan #citylimitless #createexplore #exploretocreate #createcommune #wanderlust #nikon #unlimitedjapan
Sunny autumn mornings in Tokyo! ☀️🇯🇵 I really miss Japan. One of my favourite countries I’ve visited so far. . I’m still being a bit crap at Instagram and updating my blog but I just don’t have the time at the mo, what with my final uni exams coming up and still holding down my office job... 😩 I really miss scrolling through Instagram and looking at everyone’s beautiful photos and worldly adventures! Come 1st June, my time will (mostly) be my own again... . . . #tokyo #shibuya #shibuyacrossing #sheisnotlost #streetphotography #instatokyo #instajapan #cityscape #travel #photography #travelphotography #moodygrams #agameoftones #urban #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #uncoveringcities #womenwhoexplore #streetphotography #lensbible #theculturetrip #architecture #japan #citylimitless #createexplore #exploretocreate #createcommune #wanderlust #nikon #unlimitedjapan
Once again, long time no see Instagram 👋 I’ve really missed Instagram. It’s a creative outlet for me and I love connecting with likeminded travellers and fellow photography nerds! Life has been pretty full-on the last 4/5 months. I’m happier than I’ve been for a very long time but I’ve also been quite overwhelmed. Since October, I have started a new job, new relationship, trying to finish my degree and also take care of my mental health which has been tricky at times. And it hasn’t helped that I’ve been quite physically ill for the best part of 5 weeks 🙄 But now I’m feeling better and from today, I’m going to make more of an effort to look after myself and take time out to do the things I love and not feel guilty about it 🙌 Friendly reminder that everyone should be taking time out for themselves, no matter how busy your life is! If you have any favourite unwinding activities or tips, let me know. . . . #kyoto #sheisnotlost #wanderlust #templehopping #streetphotography #instakyoto #instajapan #temple #travel #photography #travelphotography #moodygrams #agameoftones #urban #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #uncoveringcities #womenwhoexplore #lensbible #theculturetrip #architecture #japan #citylimitless #createexplore #exploretocreate #createcommune #nikon #unlimitedjapan #discoverjapan #shrine
Long time no see, Instagram! I came back from my Japan trip a month ago now but I started a new job the following day and life since has generally been hectic...! I’m hoping to find more time soon to go through all my Japan photos 🇯🇵 (I took a LOT). So here’s one for starters. One of my favourite places in Kyoto - Fushimi Inari-taisha ⛩⛩✨ Keep your eyes peeled for a blog post about it coming soon! . . . #kyoto #fushimiinari #torii #sheisnotlost #streetphotography #instakyoto #instajapan #temple #travel #photography #travelphotography #moodygrams #agameoftones #urban #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #uncoveringcities #womenwhoexplore #lensbible #theculturetrip #architecture #japan #citylimitless #createexplore #exploretocreate #createcommune #nikon #unlimitedjapan #discoverjapan #shrine
I can’t believe this is true but I’ve now spent 11 days in Japan and the time is going so fast! I hoped to like Japan but I didn’t expect to fall in love with it as much as I have😭❤️ I’ll be posting Tokyo highlights for a while but I’m currently in Kyoto. Enjoy this snap from Senso-ji Temple in Tokyo - one of my favourite places. . . . #tokyo #sensoji #asakusa #sheisnotlost #streetphotography #instatokyo #instajapan #temple #travel #photography #travelphotography #moodygrams #agameoftones #urban #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #uncoveringcities #womenwhoexplore #streetphotography #lensbible #theculturetrip #architecture #japan #citylimitless #createexplore #exploretocreate #createcommune #tiananmensquare #nikon #unlimitedjapan
Another happy-accident shot from Beijing 🇨🇳 This time with no background bus! You’ve got several Beijing icons in one frame - the red walls of the Forbidden City, Mao’s portrait, bikes and lots of traffic 💁🏼‍♀️ . . . #beijing #北京 #中国 #sheisnotlost #streetphotography #instabeijing #instachina #instameethk #travel #photography #travelphotography #moodygrams #agameoftones #urban #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #uncoveringcities #womenwhoexplore #streetphotography #lensbible #theculturetrip #architecture #china #citylimitless #createexplore #exploretocreate #createcommune #tiananmensquare #nikon #unlimitedchina

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