Essential Beauty
One of the things that makes traveling Japan an experience of wonder is its unique blend of tradition and modernity.
Despite common perceptions, Japan is a diverse nation with a wide range of cultural experiences and lifestyles, especially in its cities. Cultural concepts like wa (harmony), keii (respect), and reigi (politeness) are deeply ingrained, while its aesthetic values are reflected in minimalism and an appreciation for impermanence.
These images come from a multi-city rail journey crisscrossing the island of Honshu in November 2024.
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Year:
2024
Photographer:
Colin Snow