Chicago and Tokyo Yasuhiro Ishimoto

*Available only in Europe

*This book is secondhand.

This book explores the vision of Yasuhiro Ishimoto, one of postwar Japan’s most influential photographers, through the lens of two distinct cities: Chicago and Tokyo. Combining a structured, formalist approach honed at the Bauhaus with a deep, humanistic engagement with his subjects, Ishimoto transcended the conventions of mainstream journalism and documentary photography of his time. This exhibition catalog presents a compelling interplay between his iconic Chicago series and his evocative snapshots of Tokyo. It is a monumental collection that invites readers into a monochromatic world, capturing Ishimoto’s quiet, refined, and enduring aesthetic.