Shibuya, Shibuya Yasuhiro Ishimoto

*Available only in Europe

*This book is secondhand.

Shibuya, Shibuya by Yasuhiro Ishimoto, one of Japan’s most prominent photographers, is a remarkable collection that highlights the essence of his street photography. 

While Ishimoto is widely celebrated for his formal elegance and architectural compositions—instilled during his time at the New Bauhaus—such as his iconic series on the Katsura Imperial Villa, his core passion remained deeply rooted in street snaps.

Created in his late eighties, this volume primarily consists of candid, shooting-from-the-hip photographs captured around the bustling Shibuya Scramble Crossing. Through these images, Ishimoto’s keen eye for form is matched by a playful, almost instinctual joy in capturing the vibrant culture and distinct personalities of the city.

Published by Kyuryudo in 2007, this 198-page hardcover volume (230 x 265 mm) is an extraordinary and essential photobook for any photography enthusiast.