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Moving away from familiar cityscapes and clichés, this book drifts through Japan's smaller towns and rural regions. It follows the rhythm of seasons, local festivals, workshops, and homes shaped by everyday life. Photography and text observe rather than explain.
What emerges is an open portrait of rural Japan--an ongoing approach to places in transition, marked by daily routines, quiet creativity, and enduring persistence.
Irwin Wong
Irwin Wong and Rob Goss are Tokyo-based creatives focused on Japanese culture. Wong, a photographer from Melbourne, documents place and everyday life with precision and depth. Goss, a UK-born writer, works on Japanese culture, travel, and contemporary life.
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