Mensen staan in de rij, Japan, Ed van der Elsken, 1982
#Mensenstaan #derij #Japan #EdvanderElsken #Tokyo #Japanese #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken #EdvanderElsken
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![The image captures a group of women and men standing on an urban sidewalk. The scene is set in what appears to be Tokyo, Japan during the 1980s or early '90s based on fashion styles and architecture visible. It's daytime with overcast lighting conditions.
On the left side of the frame are six individuals: four women and two men. One woman wears a dark coat and skirt; another is in white pants and a patterned blouse, holding papers and a brown bag. The other two women stand closer to each other—one draped her arms across her body with one hand on hips, clutching what appears to be money or notes around the waist—and she holds a small purse.
In the center stands an elderly woman wearing glasses, looking off towards something outside of frame; beside her is another younger female in white holding a large bag and standing confidently. Next to these women are two men dressed in business attire—one wears a suit with his hands crossed over chest—engaged in conversation with one another.
To the right side, there's an older woman wearing a dark dress talking to a man clad in striped trousers who is engrossed in reading what appears to be newspapers or magazines. The architecture includes modern buildings and storefronts featuring Japanese writing on signs, suggesting commercial activity within this urban setting.
The ground shows patches of wear indicative of heavy pedestrian [...]](https://social.trom.tf/photo/preview/640/52422994 "The image captures a group of women and men standing on an urban sidewalk. The scene is set in what appears to be Tokyo, Japan during the 1980s or early '90s based on fashion styles and architecture visible. It's daytime with overcast lighting conditions.
On the left side of the frame are six individuals: four women and two men. One woman wears a dark coat and skirt; another is in white pants and a patterned blouse, holding papers and a brown bag. The other two women stand closer to each other—one draped her arms across her body with one hand on hips, clutching what appears to be money or notes around the waist—and she holds a small purse.
In the center stands an elderly woman wearing glasses, looking off towards something outside of frame; beside her is another younger female in white holding a large bag and standing confidently. Next to these women are two men dressed in business attire—one wears a suit with his hands crossed over chest—engaged in conversation with one another.
To the right side, there's an older woman wearing a dark dress talking to a man clad in striped trousers who is engrossed in reading what appears to be newspapers or magazines. The architecture includes modern buildings and storefronts featuring Japanese writing on signs, suggesting commercial activity within this urban setting.
The ground shows patches of wear indicative of heavy pedestrian [...]")
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Groepsportret van onbekende Japanners en Ed van der Elsken met foto's van Van der Elsken, Ed van der Elsken (circle of), 1986
#Groepsportretvan #vanVanderElsken #EdvanderElsken #Tokyo #ELSKEN #Photogroup #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken #EdvanderElsken
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![The image is a black and white photograph featuring a group of people, possibly photographers or artists, gathered together in what appears to be an indoor setting with shelves and items that resemble books or files. They are holding framed photographs, suggesting they may have been involved in some form of photography exhibition or project.
In the center foreground, there's a man wearing glasses looking directly at the camera, his expression somewhat neutral but attentive. He is surrounded by others who seem to be smiling or focused on their frames. The people vary widely in age and style; both men and women are present, with different hairstyles indicating diverse tastes or perhaps eras.
The setting looks cluttered yet organized, indicative of a workspace for creative individuals where ideas might flow freely among the group members. There's an air of casual professionalism about them as they showcase their work to others. The lighting is even across most faces, though some are partially in shadow due to the ambient light source not visible within this frame.
A handwritten caption on the image identifies a specific year and event: "1986, photogroup '49", Tokyo, preparations for ELSKEN exhibition." This indicates that these individuals were part of a group called Photogroup '49 in Tokyo during 1986, preparing or showcasing their work for an exhibition related to Ed va [...]](https://social.trom.tf/photo/preview/640/52412342 "The image is a black and white photograph featuring a group of people, possibly photographers or artists, gathered together in what appears to be an indoor setting with shelves and items that resemble books or files. They are holding framed photographs, suggesting they may have been involved in some form of photography exhibition or project.
In the center foreground, there's a man wearing glasses looking directly at the camera, his expression somewhat neutral but attentive. He is surrounded by others who seem to be smiling or focused on their frames. The people vary widely in age and style; both men and women are present, with different hairstyles indicating diverse tastes or perhaps eras.
The setting looks cluttered yet organized, indicative of a workspace for creative individuals where ideas might flow freely among the group members. There's an air of casual professionalism about them as they showcase their work to others. The lighting is even across most faces, though some are partially in shadow due to the ambient light source not visible within this frame.
A handwritten caption on the image identifies a specific year and event: \"1986, photogroup '49\", Tokyo, preparations for ELSKEN exhibition.\" This indicates that these individuals were part of a group called Photogroup '49 in Tokyo during 1986, preparing or showcasing their work for an exhibition related to Ed va [...]")
Erotische Japanse tijdschriften, Tokyo, Ed van der Elsken, c. 1982
#ErotischeJapanse #Tokyo #EdvanderElsken #Japanese #TenchouHattori #Rotease #Japanse #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken #EdvanderElsken
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![The image is a black and white photograph depicting an assortment of Japanese comic books, magazines, or "manga," spread out on a surface. The comics feature various characters in different poses and expressions, with some panels showing text as well. Some of the visible titles include names such as "Tenchou Hattori" (探偵刑事ハットウリ), which suggests these are crime fiction manga featuring Detective Chief Tenchou Hattori.
The comic books appear to be stacked haphazardly on top of each other, creating a sense of disarray. The layout and the way they are piled suggest that this could have been captured during or after someone was browsing through them. Given their variety in style and content, it seems like an eclectic mix catering to different tastes within manga culture.
This photograph by Ed van der Elsken likely aims to capture a slice of Japanese pop culture from around 1982 when the image is believed to have been taken based on its inclusion in the "Rotease Japanse tijdschriften" collection. It reflects both the popularity and ubiquity of manga as well as possibly hinting at the social aspect of reading comics, which could be a communal or individual activity during that era.
The image's composition with multiple layers of comic books provides depth to the scene, emphasizing their thickness and abundance. The text on the covers is in Japanese characters (kanji), indicati [...]](https://social.trom.tf/photo/preview/640/52401579 "The image is a black and white photograph depicting an assortment of Japanese comic books, magazines, or \"manga,\" spread out on a surface. The comics feature various characters in different poses and expressions, with some panels showing text as well. Some of the visible titles include names such as \"Tenchou Hattori\" (探偵刑事ハットウリ), which suggests these are crime fiction manga featuring Detective Chief Tenchou Hattori.
The comic books appear to be stacked haphazardly on top of each other, creating a sense of disarray. The layout and the way they are piled suggest that this could have been captured during or after someone was browsing through them. Given their variety in style and content, it seems like an eclectic mix catering to different tastes within manga culture.
This photograph by Ed van der Elsken likely aims to capture a slice of Japanese pop culture from around 1982 when the image is believed to have been taken based on its inclusion in the \"Rotease Japanse tijdschriften\" collection. It reflects both the popularity and ubiquity of manga as well as possibly hinting at the social aspect of reading comics, which could be a communal or individual activity during that era.
The image's composition with multiple layers of comic books provides depth to the scene, emphasizing their thickness and abundance. The text on the covers is in Japanese characters (kanji), indicati [...]")
Three days. Two cities. Way too much music. Summer Sonic turns 25 this weekend, with Babymetal, Jamiroquai, Ado, Sakanaction, David Byrne and plenty more. Here's how to navigate the chaos. japantimes.co.jp/culture/2026/… #culture #music #summersonic #musicfestivals #jpop #tokyo #osaka #babymetal #l039arcenciel #sakanaction #jamiroquai #ado
Too much music, not enough weekend: A guide to Summer Sonic 2026
From metal to 1990s dance nostalgia, this year’s event packs an absurd amount of music into one long weekend.Patrick St. Michel (The Japan Times)
Increasing tree coverage in Japanese cities could have myriad benefits as the planet warms. But canopy coverage in Tokyo and beyond is headed in the wrong direction. japantimes.co.jp/environment/2… #environment #climatechange #climatechange #tokyo #trees #forests #heatwaves #nakanoward
Vier Japanse zangers in Westerse kleding met gitaar en ukulele in Asakusa, Tokyo, Ed van der Elsken, 1959 - 1960
#VierJapanse #Westerse #Asakusa #Tokyo #EdvanderElsken #Japan #Japanese #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken #EdvanderElsken
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced plans to build a missile shelter in an underground parking garage near Tokyo Station amid rising security concerns. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/08/… #japan #tokyo #yurikokoike #missiles #china #northkorea #defense
Missile shelter to be built near Tokyo Station amid rising security concerns
The push to build more durable shelters comes amid North Korea’s ramped-up pace of ballistic missile tests and China’s growing arsenal of powerful weapons.Jesse Johnson (The Japan Times)
Japanse vrouw begroet bezoekers van een warenhuis bij de roltrap, Tokyo, Ed van der Elsken, 1959 - 1960
#Japanse #Tokyo #EdvanderElsken #Japanese #Japan #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken #EdvanderElsken
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Prosecutors have sought a six-year prison sentence and a fine of ¥2 million for the former operator of a Tokyo massage parlor accused of having a Thai girl, then 12, provide sexual services. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/08/… #japan #crimelegal #japanesecourts #sexcrimes #thailand #prostitution #thailandjapanrelations #childabuse #tokyo #humantrafficking
Six years sought for former massage parlor operator over Thai girl case
The operator allegedly forced the girl, then 12, to do sexual acts to male customers and himself last year without confirming her age, according to the indictment.The Japan Times
Groepsportret van vijf onbekende Japanners, Tokyo, Ed van der Elsken, c. 1985
#Japanners #Tokyo #EdvanderElsken #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken #EdvanderElsken
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Japanse geta, Tokyo, Ed van der Elsken, 1987
#Japanse #Tokyo #EdvanderElsken #Japanese #Japan #fotografie #photography #EdVanDerElsken #EdvanderElsken
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No refrigerator. No microwave. Just blocks of ice, gramophone records and a home built for another age. Meet the Tokyo couple who have turned their love of the Taisho Era into an everyday lifestyle. japantimes.co.jp/life/2026/08/… #life #lifestyle #taishoera #tokyo #showaera #livinginjapan
How one Japanese couple made the 1920s and ’30s into a way of life
No refrigerator. No microwave. Just blocks of ice, records and a home built for another age.Alex K.t. Martin (The Japan Times)
Nice! I think it's the same spot as the first manhole in this article.
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#Tokyo #Japan #Photography #StreetPhotography #TravelPhotography
Japanese manhole covers become a hit with foreign tourists in off-the-beaten path Tokyo area
Street lids are now some of the city's most unusual tourist sites, and there's a way you can take them home as free souvenir cards.Oona McGee (SoraNews24 —Japan News—)
Three lions have died at a Tokyo zoo while several others have fallen ill, most likely due to extreme heat, following several weeks of record-breaking temperatures across Japan. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/08/… #japan #sciencehealth #climatechange #tokyo #environment #zoos #animals #cities #heat
Three lions die at Tokyo’s Tama Zoo amid heat wave
Three other lions are currently ill and unable to stand up.Tomoko Otake (The Japan Times)
