One Year in Japan – A Photo Essay
It goes without saying that 2011 was a difficult year for everyone in Japan. As the country continues to mend in 2012, I hope the rest of the world does not forget the beauty that is everywhere here.
In 12 months, through four distinct seasons and an emotionally impactful year, it is Japan that taught me how to be strong, persevering and unafraid. For that, I am forever grateful.
２０１１年はとても大変でした、でも日本が大好きです。
January
Gyouden Park in Namerikawa on a snowy January morning
February
Hakuba Ski Resort in Nagano, Japan
March
Volunteers in Namerikawa, Japan pack boxes filled with relief items for victims of the Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami
April
Cherry blossoms in Kojo Park, Takaoka, Japan
May
Bonsai rooftop garden at Bonsai Guesthouse in Osaka, Japan
June
Sea of Japan sunset from Namerikawa
July
Creek in Kamiichi, Japan
August
Nebuta festival in Namerikawa, Japan
September
Owara Kaze no Bon Festival in Yatsuo, Japan
October
A traditional Japanese garden in Toyama, Japan
November
Design Festa in Tokyo
December
Two brothers enjoying candy canes at Namerikawa International Day
All of these photos were taken with my iPhone, Nikon Coolpix S6000 or Lumix G2.
Sheila Burt 
Absolutely beautiful and inspiring photographs!
M.Bear
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