In an era of fast fashion and in-store alterations, it’s surprising how many old school tailors there still are in Tokyo. Shops that are seemingly a part of the local community, and offer a more personal service that is clearly appreciated.
Tokyo darkness in the light
Even in the light, the city can sometimes feel like a dark place to be.
Tokyo public telephone performance
You put your right leg in,
Your right leg out:
In, out, in, out.
You shake it all about.
Japanese mother and daughter looks
Photographs from a faded hot spring resort
The tourists still arrive, but the numbers aren’t, and never will, be anywhere near what they once were. Plus those that do turn up generally relax and enjoy a soak in the comfort of their all-inclusive hotels — all too often only venturing out to buy some obligatory souvenirs by the station before they are whisked back from whence they came. And so, in their absence, the rest of the town tries to somehow struggle on.
For more photos of decaying and faded Japan, there’s a large set of images on my portfolio site, here.