Hidden between Japan’s shimmering skyscrapers and bustling modern city life lies a world of tradition, overlooked neighborhoods, and fading remnants of the Shōwa Era. As a foreigner, I’ve been captivated by the layers of Japanese cities that often go unnoticed with their washed-out rusty buildings, old Shotengai, and the nostalgia of a bygone era. Since my first trip in 2010, Japan has become a place where I find inspiration, evolving through its cultural complexity and diversity. I strive to document and preserve the soul of Japanese neighborhoods, immortalizing the past and glory before it vanishes in the face of rapid change.

Despite not being from Japan, I feel a nostalgic connection to the Shōwa Era (Dec 25, 1926 - Jan 7, 1989). Japan has become my second home, seamlessly evolving into a place where I find inspiration. The cultural complexity and diversity of Japan fascinate me. With each photo, I aim to capture the subtle nuances of a society in constant change. Venturing beyond the bustling city centers of Tokyo and the modern facade, I explore to reveal a more nostalgic Japan.