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Cherry Blossoms (2026 edition)

Cherry Blossoms (2026 edition)

One might argue that this post is off-topic, but I respectfully disagree. 1. This takes place in Japan. 2. Although the definition of art has been and will continue to be the subject of lengthy discussions, one could argue that nature is art. After all, this idea behind the Teshima
David Billa 12 Apr 2026
Photos of the day (April 3rd, 2026)

Photos of the day (April 3rd, 2026)

A few random pictures I took today.
David Billa 03 Apr 2026
Machiya in Takamatsu

Machiya in Takamatsu

Today, a very brief post about a "machiya" I encountered this morning. Machiya are traditional Japanese townhouses. They used to be found all over Japan and were nothing exceptional. However, they have been slowly disappearing for a few decades now, and the regular ones (not historical buildings or
David Billa 02 Apr 2026
Square Watermelon

Square Watermelon

Square watermelons exist. I saw them!
David Billa 12 Jul 2025

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