prplhaze - Like a polar bear only dumber

I decided to update my Ko-fi page. If you've enjoyed my photography in the past you can feel free to donate. My Canon 60D is starting to fail after many years and many cons, so a replacement is needed. Help if you can! ko-fi.com/prplhaze

Biggest disappointment about coming home. No fancy toilet that washes me...

Today I learned that @linxfox.bsky.social had succumbed to cancer after a very brave battle. He was always a bundle of joy and happiness, and seeing him in his suit at cons made me smile so much. Rest well Linx. And FUCK CANCER!

Passed out asleep just after 8 PM and just woke up. I really needed that sleep after the long flight

Back in Canada!! Now to wait for the shuttle bus to parking. I miss Japan

Last night in Japan. I'm definitely going to miss it here, but that just means I need to come back.

I caught one!!! It was tasty.

Last day in Japan is not turning out like I hoped. But it will be part of the adventure

I've been taking pictures of manhole covers here in Japan. They're so beautiful.

The second half of today's trip was haunting but an important one to make. We visited the Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima. I was nearly brought to tears on numerous occasions. We haven't learned a damned thing in all these years, but the evidence is right there.

Done at Himeji castle, now on the 🚄Shinkansen for Hiroshima.

Himeji castle is so beautiful

Early morning start for the day. Today we head to Himeji to look at the castle, and then off to Hiroshima! Lots of travel, but it's gonna be worth it.

I am the Glico Man!! Ft. Shirt by @motoyote.bsky.social

Our ride to Osaka is here. It's surreal to actually be on a Shinkansen.

The maple syrup squad + 1 ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ @btarmistice.bsky.social @prplhaze.bsky.social @stanthelion.bsky.social @soulwolf.bsky.social @zetsraccoon.bsky.social

Fujisan was kind to us today and blessed us with an appearance this morning. I am beyond words. This has been transcendent.

Went to our private onsen with @prplhaze.bsky.social & @btarmistice.bsky.social (Sorry I’m shy as shit in public ones >\\\\> Actually felt fucking nice until it got too warm for us. But doing that was an experience ☺️

Takio drumming at the Ryokan we are staying in for the night. What an absolutely powerful performance. WASSHOI 🥁

“The internet is a store but it used to be a library” hits me like a slug to the chest

I didn’t wanna destroy art 😭 …BUT GODDAMN THIS WAS HEAVENLY

Goodbye for now Tokyo! We are on our way to Fujiyama for a night in a Ryokan with views of Mt. Fuji and a private onsen

While at the Skytree, there was a Studio Ghibli store.... My willpower was -TESTED- lol

Visited the Tokyo Skytree today. It was quite beautiful. Shout out to @nomadcomplex.com for the fit today.

😐 ft @prplhaze.bsky.social

Visited a sumo stable to learn more about sumo and watch demonstrations. It was a wonderful experience.

Waking up to a new day in Japan. Thoughts of the art we got to experience at teamLabs Planet Tokyo. Thank you @btarmistice.bsky.social for taking this for me.

This is absolutely brilliant

The view from our hotel in Japan.

Made it to Japan! We are on the long train ride to the hotel now on 0 sleep in the last 30h

A picture on your phone that has your energy but isn't a selfie. Video instead.

My mind is running in circles and screaming. Anxiety fucking SUCKS

Happy Thanksgiving to my fellow Canadians. I'm thankful for all of my friends. You make me a better person

2 days to go.

Phew! Dad's out here working up a sweat mowing the lawn. Someone's gonna need to come help me get clean ;)

Trimmed the beard, shaved my head today. Getting cleaned up for the trip

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It's really weird. Right before any huge trip I do, I always have something that happens in my life to slap me back to reality. The phone call with my brother was just such an occasion. I'll talk about it later, but it won't impact my trip, just occupy many thought cycles. Emotional whiplash.

That's it. Last day of work before vacation is done! I'm officially off now until the 28th! I can already feel myself already starting to unwind.

7 days from now I'll be on a plane to Japan. It still doesn't feel real. We will be staying for 5 days in Tokyo, 1 day in Fujiyoshida, 3 days in Osaka, with a day trip to Himeji and Hiroshima, and then finally 2 days in Akihabara. It's going to be a whirlwind. Any recommendations in those areas?