Large stately birds these photos were taken at the Akan International Crane Center, Hokkaido, Japan.

Large numbers aggregate in the open water areas of Kussharo Lake, and they are common sights in other locations of Hokkaido, Japan

The Japanese Macaque Monkeys (Macaca fuscata), also referred to as Snow Monkeys from Jigokudani Yaen-koen, Japan as well know because of their use of local hot springs. A wonderful experience to photograph or just observe.

Several different birds of prey photographed on Hokkaido, Japan. The Steller's Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus pelagicus), White-tailed Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla), and Black Kite (Milvus migrans lineatus).

Once near extinction, Ezo deer (Cervus nippon yesoensis) are now common sights on Hokkaido, Japan.

Landscape photos from Hokkaido, Japan.