Why am I writing this blog?
I am currently based in the Setouchi region, where I record the scenery, sounds, and flow of time.
This blog is neither a tourist blog nor a specialized blog that explains photography techniques.
What I write here
is a record that includes my judgments and emotions, such as "why I took the photo at that place"
and "why I wanted to preserve that moment."
Photographs and videos don't last just because they're pretty.
I believe they only become meaningful when there's a reason and background behind them.
The value of Japanese landscapes: what I realized while living abroad
I moved overseas at the age of 42 and lived and worked in Malaysia and Thailand.
you naturally spend more at Japan from the outside
In the midst of all this, I began to feel a strong sense of discomfort.
The fact is that Japan's landscape, especially areas like the Seto Inland Sea with its beautiful islands, is rarely properly communicated to the world.
Although there is a lot of information about flashy tourist spots and famous cities, there is little shared information about the atmosphere of places where people live, the sound of rain, fog, and the value of quiet time.
Why the Seto Inland Sea?
The Setouchi region, which surrounds the Seto Inland Sea, is by no means a flashy place.
The area lacks scenery that makes it a strong tourist destination, and it lacks clarity that can be recognized at a glance.
but,
- Living close to the sea
- A mix of man-made and natural
- Rain, fog, and noise often take center stage
Having lived abroad, I have come to feel that have even greater value
I believe that the charm of the Setouchi region cannot be understood through an explanation, but can only be conveyed by experiencing it
That's why I chose to leave it in the form of a record rather than a tourist guide.
What I want to convey in this blog
In this blog,
- Behind the scenes
- The reason for choosing that location
- Any doubts or decisions you had during filming
These are the parts that cannot be seen in the finished video, and are left in words.
At the same time, I am recording my own experience as an example of how it is possible to rearrange your life and take on new challenges even after your 40s.
This is not a success story to inspire anyone.
a record of my ongoing journey , including trial and error and uncertainty .
This blog and the future
This blog is a record of my own activities,
- Records of the Setouchi region
- Records of daily life in Japan
- Reference material for those who want to start something new
It is also.
My only goal would be if the articles written here could provide some inspiration to someone or inspire them to reexamine the landscape of Japan.
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