From its ancient temples to its present-day skyscrapers, Japan offers an exotic blend of breathtaking scenery, contemporary cityscapes, and old-world charm. The beginning of spring is a magical time of awakening, highlighted by the highly anticipated blooming of the famous cherry blossoms. Views from the Far East is a first-hand account of this special time, told from a photographer’s point of view. Accompanied by brilliant photographs of Japan’s nature and architecture, the uniqueness of each location, beginning in historic Tokyo and ending in captivating Kyoto, with stops at such landmarks as Mt. Fuji and the Golden Pavilion, is told through the eyes of a first-time traveler to this exotic land.