
The Obsessed
Otaku, Tribes, and Subcultures of Japan
Die Gestalten Verlag
Published on 24. February 2022
Book
Hardback
240 pages
978-3-96704-008-1 (ISBN)
Description
Whether it be Cosplay, Rockabilly, HipHop or Gothic: when the Japanese immerse a subculture, they do it like no other.
For the Otaku, their passion is their life, and it pervades every aspect. From cosplayers and colorful anime-covered vehicles, to hotrodders and leather-clad rockabillies: subcultures in Japan are as varied as they are fascinating.
Delving into this world of passions, The Obsessed reveals the all-consuming approach that many people take to their hobbies and lifestyle choices. With dazzling photography and background information, this book showcases a panoply of scenes and people that make up Japan's many countercultural groups.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Berlin
Germany
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Dimensions
Height: 267 mm
Width: 214 mm
Thickness: 28 mm
Weight
1250 gr
ISBN-13
978-3-96704-008-1 (9783967040081)
Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Irwin Wong is an editorial and commercial photographer based in Tokyo. Originally from Melbourne, Australia, he moved to Japan in 2005. Known for his punchy portraiture and insightful documentary photography, Irwin's client list is truly international with names such as Amazon, Nike, The Washington Post, Carl Zeiss, Forbes, Shiseido, Mitsubishi Motors and more.