Sea Of Japan Collection (#2)

Two Bakers cyclosalps -Cyclosalpa bakeri-, Japan Sea, Primorsky Krai, Russian Federation

RUSSO-JAPANESE WAR, 1905. Battle of Tsushima, 27-28 May 1905, the last and most decisive naval action in the conflict, in which the Japanese navy destroyed a larger Russian fleet

The destruction of Russian torpedo destroyers by Japanese destroyers at Port Arthur, 1904. From a private collection

The Sea battle of Port Arthur, 1904. Artist: Anonymous
The Sea battle of Port Arthur, 1904. From a private collection

Admiral Oskar Stark. Detail of poster: The destruction of Russian fleet of war vessels at Lushun, 1904. From a private collection

The destruction of Russian fleet of war vessels at Lushun (Poster), 1904. Artist: Anonymous
The destruction of Russian fleet of war vessels at Lushun (Poster), 1904. From a private collection

Russo-Japanese Sea Battle, c. 1918. Artist: Deusser, August (1870-1942)
Russo-Japanese Sea Battle, c. 1918. From a private collection

Satellite view of the Korean Peninsula showing city lights at night
September 24, 2012 - Satellite view of the Korean Peninsula showing city lights at night. Also visible are parts of China and Japan, the Yellow Sea, and the Sea of Japan

Cloud streets in the Sea of Japan and Yellow Sea
January 9, 2014 - Cloud streets in the Sea of Japan and Yellow Sea

Satellite view of Japan
February 22, 2011 - Satellite view of Japan

Far eastern Russia covered in snow, ice, and clouds
February 16, 2010 - Far eastern Russia covered in snow, ice, and clouds. In the center of the image is the Sea of Okhotsk, the boundaries of which are marked by Sakhalin Island at image center

An AV-8B Harrier jet prepares to land on the flight deck of USS Essex
Sea of Japan, September 2, 2010 - An AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft lands aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex during the fly-on of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU)

An Airman directs an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft on the flight deck of USS Essex
Sea of Japan, September 2, 2010 - Aviation Boatswains Mate directs an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft as it taxis on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex

A U. S. Marine Corps CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter taking off from USS Essex in the
August 12, 2009 - A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter takes off from the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD-2) in the Sea of Japan

An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter approaches the flight deck of USS Essex
Sea of Japan, September 2, 2010 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter approaches the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex

Japans main island, Honshu
April 21, 2004 - Only a few small clouds hover over Japans main island, Honshu. To the south, the smaller islands Kyushu (right) and Shikoku (left) are also clearly visible

Green sea urchin -Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis-, Japan Sea, Primorsky Krai, Russian Federation, Far East

Sharps Shrimp -Rhynocrangon sharpi-, Sea of Japan, Primorsky Krai, Russia

Robust frond-aeolis nudibranch -Dendronotus robustus-, Sea of Japan, Primorsky Krai, Russian Far East, Russian Federation

Giant Pacific Octopus, North Pacific Giant Octopus -Enteroctopus dofleini-, Sea of Japan, Primorsky Krai, Russia

Sea Raven -Hemitripterus villosus-, Japan Sea, Primorsky Krai, Russian Federation, Far East

Japanese warbonnet or Fringed blenny -Chirolophis japonicus-, Japan Sea, Primorsky Krai, Russian Federation, Far East

Giant Pacific octopus or North Pacific giant octopus -Enteroctopus dofleini-, Japan Sea, Primorsky Krai, Russian Federation

Yellow Rockfish or Three-stripe Rockfish -Sebastes trivittatus-, Japan Sea, Primorsky Krai, Russian Federation, Far East

Starfish -Evasterias retifera-, close-up, Japan Sea, Primorsky Krai, Russian Federation, Far East

Colony Bakers cyclosalpa -cyclosalpa bakeri-, salp, Japan Sea, Primorsky Krai, Russian Federation, Far East

Beluga Whale, White Whale -Delphinapterus leucas-, Sea of Japan, Primorsky Krai, Russia

Blue Bat Star -Patiria pectinifera-, genetic mutation, six arms instead of five, Sea of Japan, Primorsky Krai, Russia

Sunrise, Busan, South Korea, Asia

Japan topography
Japan / Japan

Diver with octopus, Japan Sea
Diver with octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini), Japan Sea

Tohoku, Japan, satellite image
Tohoku, Japan. North is at top. Natural colour satellite image showing the Tohoku region of Japan, with the surrounding regions shaded out. Japan is an island nation in East Asia

Kyushu, Japan, satellite image
Kyushu, Japan. North is at top. Natural colour satellite image showing the island of Kyushu, Japan, with the surrounding regions shaded out. Japan is an island nation in East Asia

Kansai, Japan, satellite image
Kansai, Japan. North is at top. Natural colour satellite image showing the Kansai region of Japan, with the surrounding regions shaded out. Japan is an island nation in East Asia

Chugoku, Japan, satellite image
Chugoku, Japan. North is at top. Natural colour satellite image showing the Chugoku region of Japan, with the surrounding regions shaded out. Japan is an island nation in East Asia

Starfish, Asterina pectinifera. Photographed in the Sea of Japan

Blenny, Chirolophis japonicus, photographed in the Sea of Japan

Starfish, Aphelasterias japonica, close up view. Photographed in the Sea of Japan

The rugged basaltic cliffs called Tojimbo in Sakai on the Sea of Japan coast, a popular tourist attraction, Fukui, Japan

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"Discover the Enchanting Sea of Japan: A Tapestry of Natural Wonders and Cultural Marvels" Embark on a mesmerizing journey to the Sea of Japan, where an array of breathtaking sights awaits. Begin your adventure at the Haedong Yonggungsa temple in Busan, South Korea, marveling at its serene beauty against the backdrop of turquoise waters. As you explore Busan's city skyline, be captivated by its modern charm blending seamlessly with traditional Korean architecture. Venture further along the coast to Sakai, where Tojimbo's rugged basaltic cliffs stand tall and proud. Witness nature's own light show as bioluminescent sea-fireflies illuminate the night sky with their vibrant blue glow. And don't miss Toyama Bay in Japan, home to firefly squid that emit a magical luminescence from their photophores. Dive into underwater wonders as you encounter fascinating marine life such as the Japanese bullhead shark in Chiba Prefecture and the mysterious Sea Raven in Primorsky Krai, Russia. Delight in spotting unique creatures like the Dirona pellucida sea slug gracefully gliding through these pristine waters. Immerse yourself in history with Utagawa Kuniyoshi's evocative artworks depicting moments like casting a mantra on waves during exile to Sado Island or experiencing snow-covered Tsukahara on Sado Island—an artist's portrayal that transports you back centuries. Finally, reflect upon global connections as depicted by "The British Navy Abroad, " reminding us of how this vast sea has witnessed countless journeys throughout history. The Sea of Japan beckons adventurers seeking natural wonders and cultural treasures—a captivating tapestry woven together by awe-inspiring landscapes and rich heritage for all who dare to explore its depths.