Although photographing two maiko might be more visually stunning than photographing just one, it probably takes more than twice as much work!
Read More
In a dark year like 2020, it helps to stay positive by remembering better and brighter days, like the day I photographed the maiko Yuriha amidst the vivid colors of Kyoto’s fall foliage.
Read More
Out of respect for the geiko and maiko and everyone else who lives in Gion Kobu, I won’t be among the crowds at major public events like Hassaku and Shigyoshiki.
Read More
The transformation that maiko undergo on the day of their debut, both physical and mental, are stunning.
Read More
Photographing a double misedashi is both mentally and physically taxing!
Read More
Photographing the double misedashi (debut) of the maiko Yuriha and Tatsuha on January 21, 2017 was the biggest photographic challenge I've ever faced.
Read More