Tokyo’s public transportation system is quite rightly held in high esteem. The sheer scale of it, not to mention its incredible reliability, is a genuine thing of wonder. That said, personal transportation is very much a thing as well, and it’s something that can vary wildly, from the cool to merely convenient, and the stylish to the really rather silly. Here then are some examples, along with the people in control of them.
Denise says
These are so much fun. Thank you! 🙂
Lee says
You are very welcome. Glad you enjoyed them.
cdilla says
A marvellous collection. Number one certainly gets my “definition of smug” award (previously held by the “smug spongebob” face).
Lee says
Thank you. He does rather, doesn’t he? But he has quite the cool look, so probably warranted.
Tagomago says
Haha, impressive collection!!! Specially loving the Vespa mod couple, the super long fork chopper, and the high wheeler topped with the Pith helmet.
Lee says
Thank you. Very happy to have seen and had the chance to photograph them. Even got to know the high wheeler owner which was even better.
Linda says
Oh this quite a set! What on earth is going on with the guy with all the….bottles? hanging all over his bike?
Lee says
Thanks a lot. Quite a few years in the making this one.
No idea what the deal with the all those bottles was though. Unless perhaps he was embarking on a very, very long journey.
scruffy says
Yeah, that one stopped me. All I know is, just don’t argue with him about the price. Looks like a tough character.
Lee says
Couldn’t agree more. Definitely looks like a man not to be messed with.
Octavio says
Amazing pictures as always!
I really respect and feel attracted to Japanese people that choose to stand out from the rest. You know what they say about the nail that sticks out.
Lee says
Thank you very much.
I feel exactly the same. Not easy in a country like Japan, but having done so, the freedom they feel must be wonderful. They also bring joy to people like us who seem them being their real selves.
Richard says
For a culture where consensus is ‘the norm’ it always amazes me how much diversity one can find in Japan!
Lee says
That’s so true, and long may it continue!