The Obsessed

Otakus, Tribes, and Subcultures of Japan

gestalten, Irwin Wong

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English

gestalten
24 February 2022

Photographs: collections; Fashion design & theory; Popular culture; Travel & holiday guides

The book will delve into the world of Japanese subcultures and the obsessive approach that many people take to their hobbies, passions and lifestyle choices. Japanese Subcultures will contain photos and texts - such as potentially profiles, essays or features - of a diverse range of Otaku and other fans and followers of different subcultures, and will unveil what is behind these obsessions and what makes these people tick.

Edited by: gestalten, Irwin Wong
Imprint: gestalten
Country of Publication: Germany
Dimensions: Height: 260mm, Width: 210mm,
ISBN: 9783967040081
ISBN 10: 3967040089
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 24 February 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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.