Faq
1. What kind of books does BOOK AND SONS offer?
BOOK AND SONS specializes in Japanese art books, photobooks, and graphic design publications.
Our collection features works by leading Japanese photographers, independent publishers, and Tokyo-based artists, focusing on contemporary art and visual culture.
2. Are your books original publications from Japan?
Yes. All our books are curated and shipped directly from Japan.
We focus on independent Japanese photobooks, limited-edition art publications, and rare design books that are often difficult to find outside Japan.
3. Do you ship internationally?
Absolutely. We provide worldwide shipping, including the United States, United Kingdom, and European Union.
All Japanese art books and photography books are carefully packaged and shipped from Tokyo.
What are “Japanese photobooks”?
Japanese photobooks are highly regarded worldwide for their unique visual storytelling, design, and printing quality.
They often reflect aspects of Japanese minimalism, street photography, and conceptual art—a key reason collectors and art institutions value them.
5. Can I buy limited-edition or out-of-print books?
Yes. BOOK AND SONS offers rare Japanese photobooks, limited editions, and out-of-print art books by both emerging and established Japanese photographers.
Availability is limited, so early purchase is recommended.
6. Do you work with bookstores or distributors overseas?
Yes, our BtoB platform is designed for international bookstores, museums, and design shops interested in importing Japanese art and photography books.
Please contact us for wholesale information.
6. Do you work with bookstores or distributors overseas?
Yes, our BtoB platform is designed for international bookstores, museums, and design shops interested in importing Japanese art and photography books.
Please contact us for wholesale information.
7. Which Japanese photographers or publishers do you feature?
We feature a wide range of artists and publishers including Daido Moriyama, Rinko Kawauchi, Yasuhiro Ishimoto, Masao Yamamoto,Takuma Nakahira,Ikko Narahara,Hiroh Kikai,Miyako Ishiuchi,Nobuyoshi Araki and other contemporary Japanese photographers and independent publishers.
Our selection covers Tokyo street photography, minimalist photobooks, and conceptual visual arts.
8. What payment methods are accepted?
We accept credit card and online payment (such as PayPal).
All prices can be displayed in multiple currencies, including USD, EUR, and JPY.
9. How are your books packaged and shipped?
Each Japanese art photobook is securely packed with protective materials to ensure safe international delivery.
Orders are typically dispatched within a few business days from Tokyo.
10. Why should I buy Japanese photobooks from BOOK AND SONS?
We are an independent Tokyo-based art bookstore dedicated to connecting global audiences with Japan’s vibrant visual culture.
Our carefully curated catalog features rare, limited, and collectible Japanese photobooks that embody the spirit of Tokyo’s contemporary art scene.
11. Do you collaborate with artists or publishers outside Japan?
We occasionally collaborate with international publishers and galleries that share our vision for promoting Japanese contemporary art and photographic publishing.
12. How can I stay updated on new releases?
Subscribe to our newsletter or follow us on Instagram for updates on new Japanese photobooks, artist collaborations, and Tokyo art events.