Publisher/桂書房

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"Winter Notes: The Sea and Heart of Hometown" is a collection of works by Japanese photographer Masao Kanayama (b. 1931). While working at Kanayama Kogyosho (Kanayama Industrial Works) as his main occupation, Kanayama has honed his skills through his involvement with the Nikakai Association and his numerous local awards, immersing himself in the local photographic culture. His work is anchored by his honest amateur approach and a grounded perspective. Rather than flaunting particular techniques, his striking style captures the natural beauty and seasonal changes he encounters with a natural touch. In this work, the sea and villages of his hometown, shrouded in the harshness of winter, are captured in soft light. The snow-covered houses, calm waters, and tranquil mountain shadows are juxtaposed to reflect Kanayama's inner self. While maintaining a documentary function, the book subtly exudes his feelings for his hometown, quietly conveying the warmth that dwells in the cold and the flow of time in the land.