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The Nostalgic Black & White Photos of Japan: Interview with Street Photographer Junku Nishimura

1965, Kyoichi Sawada, World Press Photo of the Year

Eric’s Note: Junku Nishimura is one of the most talented street photographers that I know in Japan. Not only is he incredibly passionate about his photography (he shoots exclusively film and develops and prints all of his work) but he is also one of the most down-to-earth. I taught a film street photography workshop in Kyoto with him alongside Bellamy Hunt and Sean Lotman- which was an incredible experience. On the last night of the workshop, we were sitting in a bar in Kyoto and I conducted an interview with him. Here is a transcription (along with some edits) of the interview.

Also I am excited to share that Junku has joined international street photography collective Burn My Eye.Â You can see his portfolio on BME here.

Experience the Magic of Film: Introduction to Film Street Photography in Kyoto (11/16-11/18) with Eric Kim, Bellamy Hunt, Sean Lotman, and Junku Nishimura

WANT TO EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF SHOOTING AND DEVELOPING FILM OF THE BEAUTIFUL STREETS OF KYOTO?

Do you have a film camera just lying around collecting dust? Have you been ever curious about experiencing the magic of film of creating life in your images by processing your own negatives? Do you wish to gain a new appreciation for the craft and experience of film?

Film isn’t just another style in photography, it is a different artistic approach. This workshop in Kyoto can help challenge your photography in a unique way, and kickstart your creativity. It will re-invigorate your photography, while giving you the chance to experience the beauty of Kyoto in the fall.

I am excited to announce that I will be teaching this one-of-a-kind workshop alongside Japanese film pros Bellamy Hunt, Sean Lotman, and special guest Junku Nishimura. If you want to learn how to shoot film with some of the best film shooters in Japan you definitely don’t want to miss this workshop and unique opportunity.

Regardless of your previousÂ experienceÂ shooting and developing film, we guarantee that you will gain a unique insight into different approaches and techniques to film photography that will help take your photography to the next level.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Street Photographers

(All photographs are used with permission from Junku Nishimura).Â

I just finished reading the book:Â The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and BusinessÂ which was a fascinating look into how we build our behaviors and lifestyles through habits. The book argues that the majority of the lives we lead are nothing but a string of routines and habits – and that we could change our lives by changing our habits.

This got me thinking about street photography. The biggest hurdles that I used to be challenged with with my old day-job (and still am struggling with) is finding enough time to shoot street photography. This blog post in reference to the legendary book, “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen Covey will hopefully help you build better habits to spend more time shooting street photography, and how to get better!

Junku Nishimura: Japanese Street Photographer Shooting the Streets of Singapore

Recently my colleague and fellow streettog Kevin WY Lee put together a 15-minute documentary for Japanese street photographer Junku Nishimura. The film shows Junku shooting the streets of Singapore with his Leica, and you can even see fun clips of him pop-locking (he is also a DJ and breakdancer). It is quite insightful and well produced–I encourage everyone to watch it.

You can also see my interview with Junku over at the Leica Blog. Make sure to see more great features over at Invisible Photographer Asia.

What did you think about the film? Leave a comment below and let us know!

Interview with Junku Nishimura on Leica Blog

Junku Nishimura

I recently had the great pleasure of interviewing Japanese street photographer Junku Nishimura over on the Leica blog. He shoots film on a Leica M5 and his images hauntingly remind you of the past. Definitely one of the hottest street photographers out there–make sure to read the interview below:

>>Â Junku Nishimura: Street Shooting Set to Music