Word of the Day

KOJO MOE

“Reservations for a nighttime boat cruise around Kawasaki’s illuminated chemical factories, steel plants and oil refineries are booked up months in advance. For 4,000 yen per adult—about $48—a vessel resembling a houseboat carries tourists past mammoth, brightly lit factories sending clouds of smoke into the air.” – WSJ

Not weird at all. Not to me. I too share a fascination with looking at and photographing industrial buildings and factories. I absolutely see the beauty in them. Read more about “Kojo Moe” at WSJ.com

(image via japantrends.com via tabism.com)

Awesome!

What an awesome mural! On a school no less, great for the kiddies. The sheer size of it, and amazing flag pants are what do it for me. Nice job Os Gemeos!

Pictures on the process of making it and more info here.