I was never really good with words.
So I discovered poetry in pictures. Stories emerge where lines meet and colors merge. Frame by frame, subjects reveal to me pieces of their personal narratives.
Avid lover of Japan’s unique lifestyle, I took my film camera and spent a year capturing the youth culture.
By shooting in analog format, I aspired to connect with my subjects in all of their subtleties. Thus, I learned more with less.
I found focus in the blurry.
Little did I know that this journey would deeply shape my identity as a photographer.
I hope that emotions can transcend through these images to inspire you.
Here are the stories they chose to tell.
May 29, 2017
Coming back this week with Tokyo Youth #2!
The concept is simple: I take one roll of film (10 pictures) and invite myself in the life of someone cool in Tokyo.
Say hi to Sai! I met her during fashion week, she was walking a show I attended backstage. Loved her personality and her style. She actually wore her own clothing and I learned she was a fashion student at Bunka. Super lovely girl. Picture are below! In chronological order.
What do you do?
Apparel student and model.
Any particular designer you are wearing right now?
I like Kawakubo’s design but I have never bought any comme des garçons clothes! I’m wearing some t-shirts I designed myself.
Why did you choose this location and surroundings?
I came to Tokyo to attend Bunka Fashion College. Right here is the place where my dream has started.
I made a lot of amazing friends here and we can relate about fashion every day.
Where do you go with your friends to have fun?
I often go to fashion parties. I also go outside a lot with my friends to take some pictures or videos together.
Where do you spend your ‘leisure’ money?
I use my money for clothes and my fashion design work.
Where do you go in Tokyo to relax?
I always go to a quiet beach to relax.
And sometimes I go to art museums by myself.
What’s your main hobby?
My hobby is to make clothes.
And I like to watch films, reading and drawing on my own leasure time.
What is your favorite clothing store?
My favorite shop are the vintage shops Tarock in Shimokitazawa and Kinji in Harajuku.
Favorite current movies?
My favorite film is Frank.
What is on your playlist?
Gorillaz
Marilyn Manson
AJICO’s album Fuka Midori
How would you describe your style?
I’m changing my style with my mood.
I like the clothes with no color pattern but with funny designs.
Do the arts influence it?
I started learning the arts when I was 5 years old. Then for Junior High School and High School, I studied Arts. So I think that not only my fashion style but also my lifestyle and my way of thinking are all influenced by the Arts!
Thank you so much Sai! Had a lovely time. Could do a full book of styles just hanging around bunka for a week 🙂