Tag: tokyo
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Around The World In Analogue: Kabukicho, Shinjuku
written by shhquiet on 2022-04-03 #around-the-world
On a snowy day, one Lomographer took his camera out for a photo walk around Shinjuku.
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The Blade Runner Bar
written by horaciorv on 2010-11-09 #places
Have you seen the Blade Runner flick? If not, then I have an assignment for you. Go to your movie rental store, watch the movie and if you like it, come back and read this article.
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Polaroid Supercolor 635CL - Definitely An Eyecatcher
written by abcdefuck on 2009-06-29 #gear #people
The Polaroid Supercolor 635CL is a very stylish vintage instant camera. Perfect in nearly every situation!
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Tokyo Diaries with Casper Kent
2019-07-25 #people
UK-based photographer Casper Kent has been documenting his travels to Tokyo over the past few years and has created a series of intriguing books dedicated to these experiences.
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The Ultimate Konstruktor Customization From Tokyo
written by tattso on 2013-11-21 #news #videos
During my trip to Tokyo last week, I had the pleasure to meet with Naga-san, who has won our Konstruktor Customization Contest in Japan, by showcasing the ultimate Konstruktor modification that truly expands the Konstruktor's capability...
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Human Desires through the Lens: An Interview with Nathalie Daoust (NSFW)
written by Teresa Sutter on 2016-02-15 #people
Artist Nathalie Daoust dives into unknown realms to explore questions around escapism. For her project “Tokyo Hotel Story” she was granted exclusive access to the Alpha-In, one of Tokyo’s biggest love hotels and spent several months photographing the dominatrixes who work there. In the following interview, she talks to Lomography about sexuality across cultures and the importance of darkroom experiments in her creative process.
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Foodie Natura Classica
written by markfappleton on 2012-06-27 #gear
This article is pointless, but will show you my two favourite things: Fuji Natura Classica's and Food.
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Tokyo/Osaka 2018: A Time Capsule Gallery by @ninnosleep
written by cheeo on 2020-11-19 #culture #people #places
These snapshots from @ninnosleep taken in 2018 seem like a distant memory from long ago. However, it could also be a glimpse of hope of what things could soon be.
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A Tokyo Story with Marek Majewski
written by cielsan on 2020-09-13 #culture
Join Marek Majewski's monthly analogue coverage of the Tokyo Metropolitan as the worldwide pandemic continues.
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Urban Sightseeing for the Street Shooter: Tokyo
2018-02-02 #places
Street photography is one of the most popular genres today, and it can all be repetitive. It doesn't have to be. The secret to great street photography is by getting to know the cityscape and culture, and in Tokyo, there's much to learn. We present to you some of the distinct qualities of Tokyo.
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An Interview with Stijn Hoekstra on the Streets of Tokyo
written by Ciel Hernandez on 2017-06-18 #people
Tokyo is a favorite tourist destination for a reason; the bipolarity of old and new reverberates. Photographer Stijn Hoekstra strolls around the streets of Tokyo and tells the little stories and details he managed to accumulate in the picturesque city.
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Lomography Partners: Photo Depot Saisyokukenbi of Tokyo, Japan
written by cheeo on 2021-11-26 #people #places #partners
Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you Photo Depot Saisyokukenbi from Japan.
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Interview with Japanese Artist Hisaji Hara
written by soundfoodaround on 2012-09-21
Hisaji Hara is a Japanese artist who's known for his photographic works. "A Photographic Portrayal of the Paintings of Balthus" is his magnum opus and recreates the paintings of revered Polish-French painter, Balthus but also contains something so very unique that you'll appreciate them standing separate from their Balthus counterparts. After the jump, discover what his vision entails in our interview!
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Around the World in Analogue: Tokyo
written by cielsan on 2019-05-31 #places #around-the-world
There's nothing better than traveling to a city and living like a local. Eric Nie, a.k.a. Lomographer ericnie, shares us his trip to the Japanese capital with his family, and how life goes by for the people living there.
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A Conversation with Yota Yoshida on Self, Personal Space, and Photography
written by Ciel Hernandez on 2017-06-10 #people
Join our intimate tête-à-tête with Japanese photographer Yota Yoshida as we explore the unspoken feelings and emotions of humanity through his unique approach of urrban and street photography as seen in his series "From Somewhere, To Elsewhere".
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Detachment in Transit: the Visual Diary of Yota Yoshida
written by Ciel Hernandez on 2017-05-21 #people
The unspoken yet felt emotion of a particular solitude -- the void in the heart solely meant for occupancy of the self -- is what Japanese photographer Yota Yoshida seeks to capture if words fail to express the complications of the human heart.
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Loudness and Perpetual Motion: Capturing Tokyo by Kosuke S.
written by cielsan on 2021-06-03 #people #places
Lomographer Kosuke S., a.k.a. au8ustory allows us to feel and experience the very essence of the iconic city through film and visual noise.
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The Lomo LC-A+ in 2000s Japan by Natsumi Hayashi
written by rocket_fries0036 on 2023-01-26 #gear #culture #people
Owning multiple LC-As since 2004, Natsumi Hayashi brings us an intimate look at Japan during the 2000s.
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Icons: Capital Cities Identified by Their Cultural Landscapes
2016-05-14
What instantly sets the major capital cities of the world apart? They're distinguished through monuments, memorials and other structures, of course.
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Petzval Artist: The Sensitive Vision of Théo Gosselin
written by mariemcnaan on 2014-04-25 #people
Théo Gosselin is an up-and-coming young French photographer. Put simply, his favorite subjects are the following: youth, love, friendship and travels. Don't be fooled by his simple desires and give yourself the chance to discover the powerful and sensitive photos he took with the New Petzval Lens.
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Capsule Inn Akihabara
written by wil6ka on 2008-08-12 #places
Well, of course the king of all lodging possibilities is the capsule hotel. Something so unique it must be Japanese! The capsule hotel is the ultimate way to save room and money. As a guest you are leaving your belongings in a locker room and you will receive slipper and a bathrobe (yukata). In that sexy outfit you make your way up to your room, which is about 2m long and 1m wide.
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@au8uststory's Tokyo Street Photography with Lomography Film
written by sylvann on 2023-04-19 #people #places
In this article we view the dynamic streets of Tokyo through community member and Tokyo native Kosuke's (@au8uststory) photos taken with Lomography film stocks.
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Bic Camera in Ikebukuro: Walking on Sunshine Dori
2013-01-02 #places
Bic Camera is a famous camera store in Japan. It has many branch locations all over the country, and I was lucky enough to shop at the Ikebukuro branch during my trip this past November. I thought I’d take you along for a glimpse of my experience.
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Lomography Partners: monogram of Tokyo, Japan
written by cheeo on 2023-03-31 #people #places #partners
Lomography has film partners all over the world and this time we present to you monogram from Tokyo, Japan.
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Scenes from the City with the New Petzval Lens
written by pripri2000 on 2015-04-30 #gear #news
The new Petzval Lens has proven itself a master of close-up shots and soulful portraits time and time again. Now some of our talented community members have stepped it up a notch and aimed the Petzval at city-scapes. From snow-capped pedestrians, couples chatting in parks, bustling markets, or people waiting to get on the metro - the beautiful banalities of city life are covered in these eloquent shots. Scroll through this gallery we've put together just for you to get a taste of the Petzval's urban potential!
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An Abandoned Japanese Train Station? Oh, it's Shibuya Station at 5am!
written by r1c4rd0zk on 2012-02-28 #places
Tokyo is well-known to be one of the busiest cities in the world and their train and subway stations are packed at all times during the day - especially Shibuya Station. But around 5am, it looks totally different...
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Street Photography is All About "Walking Around": An Interview With 5ickdude
written by kota_97 on 2023-03-20 #culture #people #places
Street photography is all about "walking around." In this interview Yoshimi Nakayama, AKA 5ickdude, tells us about his film photography journey on the streets of Tokyo and shares the philosophy behind his unique style.
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Megurin Bus (Ueno, Tokyo)
written by orangebird on 2009-06-15 #places
Megurin Bus is not only for local residents right now, though many tourists use this for being convenient and cheap.
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Shibuya (Tokyo)
written by wil6ka on 2008-08-13 #places
Tokyo is one of the largest and biggest metropolis in the world. And within the twenty-something districts there is the whole multitude of cultures and characters, which you can imagine. The most modern and young ward of Tokyo is Shibuya. Everyone above 25 years old is quite a vintage machine, but don’t hesitate to go there anyway. The place is crowded all day long and consists of giant department stores and specialists.
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Regine David on the Diana F+ and the Importance of Trust in Photography
written by soundfoodaround on 2023-05-10 #gear #people
We are always thrilled to highlight the work of artists advocating for important causes, such as queer visibility. This is exactly what Tokyo-based photographer and long time Lomography fan Regine David does through her work as a fashion photographer and educator.
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