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2024.10.14

Showcasing Japan's Charm to the World Through Photography | Focus #326

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Cover photo by ガナシー

Thank you for all the submissions to the hashtag campaign that was held recently.

A wonderful collection of photographs that allow us to feel the charm of Japan has gathered! We will feature and introduce a selection of works from this hashtag campaign.

Editor’s Choice #Japan

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Photo by Jang Kumi

Jang Kumi
Cats and Bathhouses

cizucu Editorial Team
A photo of a bathhouse facade with a cat at the entrance. The culture of relaxing in a hot bath is a distinctive feature of Japan. Moreover, the concept of communal bathing, as seen in bathhouses, is quite unique to Japan. This cat is likely beloved as the mascot of this local community hub.

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Photo by chiyochan

chiyochan

cizucu Editorial Team
A child in a festival coat eagerly leaning over a toy stall. Scenes like summer festivals, festival coats, and red-and-white curtains are uniquely Japanese. Festivals, as extraordinary events, excite people of all ages, and capturing them in photos reaffirms their value.

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Photo by Tsubasa Mfg

Tsubasa Mfg
Ikebana

cizucu Editorial Team
A photo of flower arrangements at Hikawa Shrine. Despite the absence of flashy flowers, the arrangement of darker plants and the bamboo base create a harmonious and beautiful composition. The charm of ikebana lies in its ability to dynamically express life through the combination of still elements, reflecting the Japanese aesthetic of appreciating quiet beauty.

In Conclusion

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Besides the photos introduced here, even ordinary rural landscapes are filled with the charm of Japan. Using photography as a medium that transcends borders, we hope to share the wonders of Japan with people around the world!

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