Photographs from a small group of islands
Japanese shrine maidens (miko) clearly have to eat, and it’s obviously absurd to imagine that they have lunch in austere rooms, silently eating freshly cooked rice and some boiled vegetables. Yet at the same time, simply popping into the convenience store like the masses of more conventionally dressed salaried workers, somehow seems rather incongruous.
Japan’s ageing population is well documented, with now almost a quarter of the population aged 65 or over. An ongoing shift in the make up of society that will have a huge impact on the country’s future, and appearance. Yet despite this, Tokyo is arguably still no city for old men.
Two young brothers who, with their toy cameras, inquisitive nature and impeccable technique, are surely the cutest photographers in Japan — possibly even the world.
The neighbourhood may well have seen better days, but that definitely doesn’t mean one can’t add a bit of colour and character when out on a Sunday saunter.
Definitely no spire. No stained glass windows either. In fact there aren’t even any bells. Well, apart from the one connected to the door that is. But, this tiny church in room 303 does follow one custom — services every Sunday.
