Homeward Bound

• Prize
  Bronze in Special/Street Photography
• Photographer
  Kenichiro Tsukada
• Technical Info
  Fujifilm Gfx50sii
• Photo Date
  20240913

This photograph was taken in the traditional Asakusa district of Tokyo, where the evening sun casts long shadows on the streets. The scene captures a moment during sunset when a young schoolgirl, likely heading home, is seen running, perhaps in a hurry to fulfill a promise or to make it home on time. I am deeply passionate about monochrome photography, and my goal is to bring a new perspective to street photography by using strong contrasts and shadows to highlight everyday moments in urban life.

I am a Tokyo-based photographer exploring the relationship between light and shadow in urban spaces. I capture fleeting moments where energy and solitude intersect, using monochrome photography to emphasize the depth and contrast of the city. My signature series, NOIR TOKYO, portrays people illuminated by the city's lights and shadows, expressing the dynamic tension between motion and stillness. This series has been recognized in Monochrome Awards and 1x.com. Through my photography, I seek new ways to interpret the world, blending realism and abstraction to create compelling visual narrative.