Flash Up -Street Photo Random Tokyo 1975-1979- Seiji Kurata First Edition 1980

Description: Flash Up -Street Photo Random Tokyo 1975-1979- Seiji Kurata First Edition 1980 Description Flash Up -Street Photo Random Tokyo 1975-1979- by renowned Japanese photographer Seiji Kurata is a groundbreaking photo book published in 1980 by Byakuya Shobo. This first edition softcover captures Kurata's vivid snapshots of Tokyo's urban life during the late 1970s, focusing on areas like Shinjuku and Ikebukuro. Kurata’s journey into photography began after studying oil painting at the Tokyo University of the Arts, working as an art teacher, and later transitioning to photography under the tutelage of masters like Shomei Tomatsu, Nobuyoshi Araki, and Daido Moriyama at the legendary Workshop Photography School. These formative experiences shaped his unique perspective and led to the creation of the iconic series showcased in this photo book. The images reveal the hidden, raw underbelly of Tokyo’s nightlife, featuring subjects such as gangsters, sex workers, right-wing extremists, bikers, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Shot with intense strobe lighting, Kurata captured moments that expose the fear, pleasure, and desires lurking in the shadows. The work’s provocative themes and innovative techniques earned him the 5th Kimura Ihei Photography Award, marking his sensational debut. This first-edition book is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of Japanese street photography, offering a compelling look into the dark and dynamic aspects of Tokyo’s urban culture. Details: Publisher: Byakuya Shobo Publication Year: 1980 Format: Softcover Size: Approx. 298 x 210 x 10 mm Language: Japanese Shipping We kindly ask all customers to allow **5 to 10 days** for us to ship the item from Japan. In some cases, we may be able to ship it sooner. You can choose Expedited Shipping for an additional charge, depending on the item. Economy Shipping (Japan Post Air Mail): Takes about 1-2 weeks + handling time. No tracking available. Standard Shipping (Japan Post Air Mail): Takes about 1-2 weeks + handling time. Includes tracking. Expedited Shipping (FedEx or DHL): Takes about 1-4 days + handling time. Includes tracking. Payment We only accept eBay prescribed payment methods. If you are an auction winner or an offeror, please pay within three days. Returns You can return the items if they are defective (within 30 days free returns). We will not be able to accept any exchanges or returns because of the customers' personal preferences. International Buyers - Please Note: Import duties and taxes are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Before placing a bid or making a purchase, kindly check with your country's customs office to determine any potential additional charges. Additionally, if your delivery address is in a remote area, FedEx or DHL may apply extra fees. In such cases, an additional charge of $15 to $20 may be requested to cover these costs. Important Notice for Book Buyers Please note that this book is also being sold in a physical store. Due to system limitations, real-time updates on the stock status may not be possible. As a result, the book might be listed as available online, but could be out of stock. In such cases, we will issue a full refund. We appreciate your understanding.

Price: 499 USD

Location: Yokohama

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