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Welcome to my exhibition

In this gallery, I present a collection of photographs capturing different customs, habits, and values. I hope that my photographs will spark your interest and understanding of various cultures.
For the best experience, I recommend viewing the gallery on a LARGER SCREEN to appreciate the details of each photo. Please enjoy your visit.

(The first camera I ever used was a memento of my grandfather. A camera that doesn’t need batteries, where inconvenience is fun.)

My creation of this website was triggered by the spread of the coronavirus.When I could no longer go on photo shoots, I began to organize my photos.Looking at the photos reminded me of the emotions, the feels, the smells, and the appreciation I gained from my travels.
And I felt it would be a shame to keep the wonderful events I experienced to myself.

Originally, I had no knowledge or interest in foreign countries and did not even feel that travel was worthwhile. However, in the midst of my daily unchanging social life, I began to feel more and more resentful. What is the difference between yesterday and today? Will I still be riding the same train to work 10 or 20 years in the future? I didn’t feel like just sitting back and watching time go by. I wondered if I could spend my days in a way that would stimulate my curiosity and inquisitiveness more.

At the time, I was working as a photo developer and product photographer, but I decided to quit my job and set out on a 1,000-day bicycle trip. The reason for this was that I wanted to make a big change in my environment. The reason I chose to travel by bicycle was so that I would not be able to return home immediately.

( Thailand was an enjoyable experience. Of course, I refused to be paid.)

During the journey, I had various experiences such as illness, accidents, discrimination, preferential treatment, scams, theft, robbery, love, and heartbreak.

 I had the opportunity to meet a diverse range of people, those who laughed in joy, shed tears in sorrow, shouted in anger, and embraced each other in gratitude. 

Working alongside local people in activities like fishing in small boats, fruit picking, rice planting, dairy farming, and livestock breeding allowed me to learn a more diverse set of perspectives.

( 3 Idiots)
(I drank well water and lost 9.5kg of weight due to diarrhea and vomiting.)

These experiences broadened my outlook, enabling me to think more objectively about things, and I learned the concept of “I know that I know nothing.” 

( Santiago de Compostela )

These adventures felt like living another life, akin to being lost in the narrative of a novel or a movie. Experiencing multiple lives within one lifetime is truly a remarkable thing.

Subsequently, I started repeating short journeys many times, with a recent focus on photographing India – “Incredible India!”

( USA : I stayed and worked in an Amish community for two weeks, living among them. Photography was strictly prohibited for reasons they had. This photo is of an Amish girl I happened to meet on the bus; they typically use horse-drawn carriages for transportation. )
(BIRKENAU: I learned about the terrifying power of mass psychology. Although it is not possible to view the corpses here as it was at the KILLING FIELDS I visited earlier, I still felt the horror here. Every one of us has the potential to become both a victim and a perpetrator.)

I felt it would be a waste to keep this experience to myself, so I came up with the idea of creating a website to serve as a catalyst for everyone to learn about the diversity of people living in the same era. While I have thousands of photos, I’ve chosen a minimal selection to avoid self-indulgence, opting for those that convey the essence of the scenes.

I’ve strived to keep the text concise and unobtrusive to your interests and imagination. However, I am not a native English speaker, so please point out any inaccuracies or expressions that may lead to misunderstandings.
And, It will take a few more years to post everything, but please bear with us.

( The Sahara Desert, where I had my bicycle stolen in Portugal but reached by purchasing a used bicycle in Morocco. I still cannot forget the beautiful sight )
( In the vineyards of Switzerland, migrant workers took care of me.​​)

Also, since my budget for interviews is limited, I would appreciate any advice regarding my activities.
If possible, I hope you can view the photos on a LARGE SCREEN please.

Finally, thank you to all the people I met during my travels for the inspiration.

I can’t afford to travel by bicycle these days.
But

“We’d only been gone two days, but somehow the town seemed different, smaller.”
(From the movie Stand By Me)

As long as I can relate to these words, I will continue to take these pictures.


* I am receiving numerous inquiries regarding festival details.
Please be aware that as festivals may not occur annually on the same date or at the same location, I cannot responsibly provide consistent information.
I encourage you to conduct your own research.

I would also appreciate it if you could spread the word about this website of mine.

(Pangong Tso : This is a place where two major powers are facing each other. The sky is blue, and cotton candy-like clouds freely drift from this country to the neighboring one. )

Contact

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