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Japan: Photographing the Seaweed Cultures of the Ariake Sea
The Nori seaweed farms, with their entanglement of geometric nets, offer a unique landscape for photographers, especially in the field of minimalism. These structures lend themselves to interesting artistic compositions. They highlight the duality and ephemeral beauty of nature, as well as our intrinsic relationship with it. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) The Ariake Sea, located on the island of Kyushu, is known for being the country's largest inland bay. Characte


Japan: The Nori Seaweed Farms of the Ariake Sea
Nori seaweed, emblematic of Japanese cuisine, embodies a rich tradition and a unique symbiosis between humans and the sea. It is in the heart of Ariake Bay, a distinctive region of Kyushu Island, that this ancestral tradition reaches its pinnacle. A craftsmanship that represents both the simplicity and the cultural richness of Japan. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) In the calm waters of Ariake, farmers, or rather "aquaculturists," engage in the meticulous cultivati


Japan: Tanajibu, the Fishing Huts on the Ariake Sea
Nestled in the heart of Kyushu's maritime landscapes, the Tanajibu, these traditional fishing huts, emerge as sentinels over the Ariake Sea. These structures, perched on stilts and battered by the tides, represent a fascinating chapter of harmony between man and sea, a living tableau of age-old traditions that defy time. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) In this article, I invite you to explore the world of the Tanajibu, delving into their construction, significance,


Japan: The Ariake Sea, Landscapes Between Tradition and Tides
The Ariake Sea is a vast bay located in the southwest of Japan, extending into the prefectures of Saga, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, and Fukuoka. It is the largest bay in Japan in terms of area and features many interesting spots for photography such as Torii gates, fishing huts and the famous Nori seaweed farms. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) Also known as Ariake-kai in Japanese, the Ariake Sea covers an area of about 1700 square kilometers. A notable feature of the Ariak


Japan: The One-Legged Torii in Nagasaki, Remain of the Atomic Bomb
Japan sadly bears numerous traces and remains of World War II, particularly in the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. In August 1945, the first atomic bombs in the history of humanity were dropped on these cities, resulting in more than 250,000 direct and indirect casualties. Causing indescribable damage for several kilometers around, these two bombs wiped Hiroshima and Nagasaki off the map in an instant. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) All buildings collapsed, were
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