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Investor. Author. Tokyo explorer. Quantum societies chronicler.

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Hiro Ohta @xlix.me · Apr 17
If you only read the books that everyone else is reading, you can only think what everyone else is thinking.

- Haruki Murakami, Norwegian Wood
PHOTO by Quang Vuong - A narrow aisle stretches deep into a monochrome labyrinth of tall bookshelves, packed tightly with aged spines and endless stories. Overhead signs mark categories—Poetry, U.S. History, Literary Bios—dangling above the quiet corridor. A lone step ladder waits mid-path, inviting the seeker upward. Fluorescent lights cast a sterile glow, yet the space feels timeless, suspended between thought and memory. The silence is thick, broken only by the imagined rustle of turning pages.
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Old things don’t vanish. They grow into new things. Beauty lives between.
Photo by Fineas Anton. A faded gold vintage Beetle is parked on a narrow, cobblestone street lined with weathered buildings, cracked and graffiti-streaked. It’s the kind of place that’s both charming and unapologetically gritty, where history lingers and paint peels as if to say, “Welcome to the real side of the city.”
November 11, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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Whisk away your mind’s clutter. Let silence fill the cup.
Photo by cottonbro studio. A person dressed in a traditional Japanese kimono with a bold, red and white floral pattern is holding a bamboo tea whisk (chasen) over a white tea bowl, preparing matcha. The hands are delicately stirring the whisk in the bowl, creating a smooth and frothy tea. The scene takes place on a tatami mat, and the careful, graceful movement reflects the Japanese tea ceremony’s rituals and attention to detail.
November 11, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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We never know if we’re dreaming or remembering.

❖ Toranomon, Tokyo
Photo by Hiro Ohta with iPhone. Hotel Okura Tokyo, Toramonon, Tokyo.
November 11, 2025 at 2:45 AM
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Whisk away your mind’s clutter. Let silence fill the cup.
Photo by cottonbro studio. A person dressed in a traditional Japanese kimono with a bold, red and white floral pattern is holding a bamboo tea whisk (chasen) over a white tea bowl, preparing matcha. The hands are delicately stirring the whisk in the bowl, creating a smooth and frothy tea. The scene takes place on a tatami mat, and the careful, graceful movement reflects the Japanese tea ceremony’s rituals and attention to detail.
November 11, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Old things don’t vanish. They grow into new things. Beauty lives between.
Photo by Fineas Anton. A faded gold vintage Beetle is parked on a narrow, cobblestone street lined with weathered buildings, cracked and graffiti-streaked. It’s the kind of place that’s both charming and unapologetically gritty, where history lingers and paint peels as if to say, “Welcome to the real side of the city.”
November 11, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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We never know if we’re dreaming or remembering.

❖ Toranomon, Tokyo
Photo by Hiro Ohta with iPhone. Hotel Okura Tokyo, Toramonon, Tokyo.
November 11, 2025 at 2:45 AM
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The frame you see becomes your prison—or your gateway to freedom. All rests in your mind.
PHOTO by Freddie Sze - A view looking straight up from the bottom of a square courtyard, framed by tall, closely built apartment buildings. The facades are warm-toned, lined with countless windows, air conditioners, and pipes, creating a complex grid. Above, the sky appears soft and gentle, dotted with light, wispy clouds, offering a calm contrast to the rigid structure surrounding it.
October 27, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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You are alone. Every existence around you is alone as well.
PHOTO by Jônatas Tinoco. A solitary figure stands atop a rugged, dark hill under a vast, star-filled night sky. The person, small against the immense backdrop, gazes upward toward the soft, luminous arc of the Milky Way stretching across the heavens. The scene evokes a quiet sense of wonder and the profound scale of the universe.
October 27, 2025 at 8:17 AM
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Less self, more being.

❖ Nagatacho, Tokyo
Photo by Hiro Ohta with iPhone. Capitol Hotel Tokyu, Nagatacho, Tokyo.
November 10, 2025 at 2:38 AM
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The brightest minds don't shine in clear skies. They glow through the fogs of uncertainty.
Photo by Chris F. A streetlamp stands alone in a choking fog, its dim light clawing at the darkness like a futile attempt to matter. It’s not lighting the way; it’s just proof that sometimes, even light can feel lost.
November 10, 2025 at 8:19 AM
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Age turns us from actors into spectators. The window shows the same plays, only the faces change. Every line, already known.
Photo by César Fonseca. An elderly woman with short white hair looks out from an open window of a building with white walls and a beige window frame. She leans slightly forward, resting her hands on the windowsill, gazing thoughtfully outside. The building exterior is simple, with minimal decoration, drawing focus to her expression and posture.
November 10, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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Less self, more being.

❖ Nagatacho, Tokyo
Photo by Hiro Ohta with iPhone. Capitol Hotel Tokyu, Nagatacho, Tokyo.
November 10, 2025 at 2:38 AM
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I realized that If I had to choose, I would rather have birds than airplanes.

- Charles Lindbergh
PHOTO by Barış Çinik. Seagulls glide through a clear morning sky, their wings catching soft light as they soar above a vast, rippling sea. In the distance, the silhouette of a coastal city rises—clusters of buildings climbing a gentle hill, with a few high-rises standing tall. The air feels fresh, the scene expansive, and the moment still, as if suspended in quiet movement.
October 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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The city is where abstraction becomes real.
PHOTO by Benjamin Suter. A solitary figure walks along a narrow street flanked by towering buildings, their facades bathed in the golden light of the setting sun. High above, an ornate skybridge connects two structures, casting long shadows below. The warm glow illuminates only the upper reaches of the architecture, while the lower street remains cool and dim, creating a quiet contrast between light and shadow.
October 26, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Poise, Elegance and Allure are key elements of Fashion ... in any medium!
xlix.me Hiro Ohta @xlix.me · 2d
Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.

- Coco Chanel
Photo by Satoshi Hirayama. Three women in traditional Japanese kimono walking down a narrow, picturesque street in a historical area, possibly Kyoto. Each woman is dressed in a different colored kimono—pink, yellow, and light green—and styled with traditional hairstyles adorned with hairpieces. The street is flanked by old wooden buildings and traditional signage, with a clear blue sky overhead and some electrical wires visible. The overall scene exudes a serene and culturally rich atmosphere.
November 9, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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To age is to be a lighthouse. Standing alone. Saying none. Shining unknown.
Photo by Muhammed uluçay. A scenic image of the Maiden's Tower located in the middle of a large body of water, with a Turkish flag waving at the top. The sky is overcast, filled with dramatic clouds, creating a moody atmosphere. The cityscape of Istanbul is visible in the background, with buildings lining the shore. The water in the foreground has gentle ripples, contributing to the serene yet slightly dramatic ambiance of the scene.
November 9, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.

- Coco Chanel
Photo by Satoshi Hirayama. Three women in traditional Japanese kimono walking down a narrow, picturesque street in a historical area, possibly Kyoto. Each woman is dressed in a different colored kimono—pink, yellow, and light green—and styled with traditional hairstyles adorned with hairpieces. The street is flanked by old wooden buildings and traditional signage, with a clear blue sky overhead and some electrical wires visible. The overall scene exudes a serene and culturally rich atmosphere.
November 9, 2025 at 8:27 AM
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There is a sunrise and a sunset every single day, and they’re absolutely free. Don’t miss so many of them.

- Jo Walton
PHOTO by Yusheng Deng. A lone figure stands silhouetted against a radiant sunset sky, where hues of crimson, orange, and violet blend in sweeping strokes across the horizon. Below, a still body of water mirrors the fiery clouds and the figure’s quiet stance, creating a perfect reflection. The horizon line bisects the image, grounding the contrast between sky and earth in a moment of tranquil pause.
October 25, 2025 at 10:11 AM
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Your frame defines your world. The more you expand it, the more you find yourself.
PHOTO by Maël BALLAND. A simple metal frame stands alone at the edge of a dock, opening onto a tranquil expanse of water. Beyond it, the calm lake stretches to meet dark, gently rising hills under a gradient sky that shifts from warm peach to deep blue. Small boats drift quietly in the distance, echoing the stillness of the moment.
October 25, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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Love the quotation and appreciate the brilliantly done #AltText. This account understands the importance and inclusion of describing images richly.
xlix.me Hiro Ohta @xlix.me · 3d
Coffee brews drop by drop. Life brews moment by moment. Rush the process, lose the flavor.
PHOTO by Efecan Efe. A close-up image showing a hand pouring hot water from a metal kettle into a filter filled with ground coffee as part of the pour-over brewing process. The filter is positioned on top of a glass carafe on a metal grate. The surrounding scene suggests an outdoor setting, with blurred natural tones in the background, creating a warm and rustic ambiance. The scene highlights the simple and calming act of making coffee outdoors.
November 8, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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Coffee brews drop by drop. Life brews moment by moment. Rush the process, lose the flavor.
PHOTO by Efecan Efe. A close-up image showing a hand pouring hot water from a metal kettle into a filter filled with ground coffee as part of the pour-over brewing process. The filter is positioned on top of a glass carafe on a metal grate. The surrounding scene suggests an outdoor setting, with blurred natural tones in the background, creating a warm and rustic ambiance. The scene highlights the simple and calming act of making coffee outdoors.
November 8, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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The version of me she captured is gone. It lives on only in the photograph.
PHOTO by ATC Comm Photo. A black-and-white portrait of a young woman holding a Canon EOS camera close to her face, one eye closed as she looks through the viewfinder. Her long dark hair frames her face, and she wears a textured sweater and scarf. The background is softly lit, creating a calm contrast with her focused expression.
November 8, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Beneath the serene exterior of Japanese culture lies a deep well of melancholy and hidden sorrows that often find expression in art and literature.

- Haruki Murakami
PHOTO by Ryutaro Tsukata. A narrow stone-paved alleyway winds between traditional wooden buildings in a quiet Japanese neighborhood. The soft afternoon light casts long shadows, while signs in kanji hang gently from the eaves, hinting at inns or eateries. Overhanging greenery frames the path, blending with the wooden facades and adding a sense of timeless calm. At the alley's end, a warm light glows beside a wooden gate, inviting yet tranquil.
October 24, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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Existence is a chair placed in infinity.
PHOTO by Elina Volkova. A single wooden chair stands alone in the shallow edge of the sea, its legs reflected gently in the rippling water. Atop the chair rests a clear glass vase holding delicate sprigs of pale pink flowers. The wide sky above shifts from soft blue to warm gray near the horizon, where sea and sky blur into quiet unity. A solitary sailboat appears faintly in the distance, almost blending into the calm.
October 24, 2025 at 8:42 AM
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En el silencio se encuentran las respuestas ✨
xlix.me Hiro Ohta @xlix.me · 6d
Nothing moves. Yet everything is changing.
Photo by Lukas Hartmann. A lone, slender tree rises from the still waters of a lake, its branches leaning gracefully toward the sky. The surface mirrors the tree and surrounding hills, creating a quiet symmetry beneath a sky of soft, moving clouds. Distant mountains frame the scene, their muted greens and grays blending into the tranquil reflection below.
November 7, 2025 at 3:34 PM