Beschreibung
Whether it be Cosplay, Rockabilly, HipHop or Gothic: when the Japanese immerse a subculture, they do it like no other. For the Otaku, their passion is their life, and it pervades every aspect. From cosplayers and colorful anime-covered vehicles, to hotrodders and leather-clad rockabillies: subcultures in Japan are as varied as they are fascinating. Delving into this world of passions, The Obsessed reveals the all-consuming approach that many people take to their hobbies and lifestyle choices. With dazzling photography and background information, this book showcases a panoply of scenes and people that make up Japans many countercultural groups.
Autorenporträt
Irwin Wong is an editorial and commercial photographer based in Tokyo. Originally from Melbourne, Australia, he moved to Japan in 2005. Known for his punchy portraiture and insightful documentary photography, Irwin's client list is truly international with names such as Amazon, Nike, The Washington Post, Carl Zeiss, Forbes, Shiseido, Mitsubishi Motors and more.
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