Tokyo Tokyo - by Richard Koek (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A photo book about Tokyo, where not only neon and plastic, but also traditional kimonos and cherry blossoms, fashion and advertising are as important as etiquette and tidiness.

A unique book by photographer Richard Koek about one of the world's largest cities, Tokyo. The visitor of this megapolis in Japan will see a lot of neon and plastic, but also traditional kimonos and cherry blossoms. Fashion and advertising are at least as important as etiquette and tidiness. In Tokyo Tokyo Koek reveals the true face of a city where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. Surely the stereotypes are a subject of his photographs, but Koek always gives them his own twist. His colorful images are raw, realistic and extremely striking. Koek knows how to capture the magic of everyday life by putting the ordinary on a pedestal. The beauty of the image and the story behind it always go hand in hand in his works. This is how he shows a different side of the city.

Review Quotes

"In Tokyo Tokyo, Koek has created an insightful journey into the Japanese capital, celebrating its people, their culture and the diverse landscapes that bring the city to life. Before setting out on this project, Koek aimed to avoid common misunderstandings and exotic portrayals of Japanese culture, instead, seeking out contemporary aspects, formed from traditions and innovations, through the intimate portrayal of daily life. The result is a refreshing perspective."--Digital Camera Magazine

"Futuristic, shrill, strange? Beyond these clichés, photographer Richard Koek captures everyday life in Tokyo - his pictures tell of life in the metropolis."--Stern Germany

"Richard Koek's new book captures the exoticism and reality of Japan's capital."--Creative Boom

"Richard Koek's stunning photographs in Tokyo Tokyo offers a captivating exploration of this dynamic city, where ancient temples harmonize with towering skyscrapers and serene gardens share space with bustling electronic districts."--Travel Girl Magazine

About the Author

Dutch photographer Richard Koek is an expert in capturing the diversity of cities in photos and showed his work at a.o. Photoville in New York and the Photo Festival in Naarden. Richard worked for the Dutch National Archives, the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, various newspapers and magazines, including The New York Times, The New York Review of Books and Interview Magazine. He previously published the bestselling title New York New York ISBN 9789089898531.