Norbert Woehnl is a photographer in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in travel, location, editorial and street photos.

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Downtown Samurai, Matsue, Japan

Downtown Samurai, Matsue, Japan

A participant is seen wearing a period costume at the annual Musha Gyoretsu Warrior Parade in Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, Japan.

Norbert Woehnl 📷|July 09, 2026

Life Along the Tracks, Asakusabashi, Tokyo, Japan

Along the elevated JR Sobu Line train tracks in Asakusabashi, Tokyo, traditional craft wholesalers, lively izakayas and ramen shops blend into a vibrant whole.

Life Along the Tracks, Asakusabashi, Tokyo, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|July 08, 2026

Osu Kannon Flea Market, Nagoya, Japan

On the 18th and 28th day of every month, a flea market is held on the grounds of Ōsu Kannon, a Buddhist temple in Central Nagoya, Japan.

Osu Kannon Flea Market, Nagoya, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|July 07, 2026

Reflections, Ariake Garden, Tokyo, Japan

Window and ceiling reflections at Ariake Garden, a shopping, dining and entertainment complex in Tokyo Bay, Japan.

Reflections, Ariake Garden, Tokyo, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|July 06, 2026

Kanazawaya Bedding Store, Takasaki, Japan

Since 1836, Kanazawaya (金澤屋) in Takasaki, Gunma Pref., has been helping customers enjoy a comfortable night's sleep with quality bedding and sleep essentials.

Kanazawaya Bedding Store, Takasaki, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|July 05, 2026

Backstreet Encounter, Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan

While setting my film camera for a photo along Star Road in the Asagaya area of Tokyo, I saw a bicyclist approaching in the viewfinder - and pushed the shutter.

Backstreet Encounter, Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|July 03, 2026

Through the Veil, Kyoto, Japan

Rays of sunlight are breaking through the clouds to illuminate the southern part of central Kyoto. The pagoda of Toji Temple is visible towards the right side.

Through the Veil, Kyoto, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|July 02, 2026

Izakaya Evening, Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan

Evening life at an Izakaya (Japanese pub) in the Asagaya area of Tokyo, Japan. I love scenes like this one; fortunately there is no shortage of them here. 😍

Izakaya Evening, Asagaya, Tokyo, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|July 01, 2026

Geese at the Dock, Isola Madre, Italy

A gaggle of geese are waiting for their boat connection at a dock on Isola Madre, the largest island of the Isole Borromee archipelago in Lake Maggiore, Italy.

Geese at the Dock, Isola Madre, Italy

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 30, 2026

Four square images from Graz, Austria

Around 10 years ago, there used to be a camera app called 6x6, which took square photos emulating a film look. Here is a set of such images from Graz, Austria.

Four square images from Graz, Austria

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 29, 2026

Painterly Reflection, Kurashiki, Japan

In the Bikan historical quarter of Kurashiki in Okayama Prefecture, Japan, Edo-era storehouses are being reflected off of the surface of a canal.

Painterly Reflection, Kurashiki, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 28, 2026

Rainy Taxi Ride, Kyoto, Japan

During heavy rain in Kyoto, Japan, this photo was taken on a taxi ride through the Gion district.

Rainy Taxi Ride, Kyoto, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 28, 2026

Landhaus Courtyard, Graz, Austria

The arcaded inner courtyard of the Landhaus in my birth town of Graz, Austria, is a masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance built in the mid-16th century.

Landhaus Courtyard, Graz, Austria

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 26, 2026

All Quiet at Dusk, Hakodate, Japan

A peaceful scene at dusk in the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse district of Hakodate in Hokkaido, Japan. The warehouses trace their origins to 1869.

All Quiet at Dusk, Hakodate, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 25, 2026

Inside Outside, Museum of Modern Art, New York

On my 2005 visit to the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, I played around with layering interior museum reflections over the Midtown Manhattan exterior.

Inside Outside, Museum of Modern Art, New York

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 24, 2026

June Evening Sky, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan

On my way back from the kickboxing gym last night, the sky had put on a particularly nice color display. Two quick shots from the neighborhood.

June Evening Sky, Itabashi, Tokyo, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 23, 2026

Waiting for Enoden, Kamakura, Japan

An Enoden (Enoshima Electric Railway) Train is approaching Kamakurakokomae Station in Kanagawa Prefecture. Sections of the line run close to the Shonan Coast.

Waiting for Enoden, Kamakura, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 23, 2026

Railway Crossing, Hatanodai, Tokyo, Japan

Afternoon scene at a typical street-level railway crossing in the Hatanodai area of Shinagawa Ward in Tokyo, Japan.

Railway Crossing, Hatanodai, Tokyo, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 21, 2026

Shrine Approach, Sapporo, Japan

The approach to Hokkaido Jingu, a major Shinto Shrine in Sapporo, Japan, takes visitors through this huge toori gate in Maruyama Park.

Shrine Approach, Sapporo, Japan

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 21, 2026

Cathedral Angle, Helsinki, Finland

A view towards Helsinki Cathedral (Helsingin tuomiokirkko) as seen from the pedestal of the Alexander II. statue on Senate Square.

Cathedral Angle, Helsinki, Finland

Norbert Woehnl 📷|June 20, 2026

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Norbert Woehnl Photography

Norbert Woehnl is a photographer in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in travel, location, editorial and street photos.