Hiroshi Hamaya - Snow Land - 1977-1978
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Asahi Sonorama Photo Selection Series No.1
Hiroshi Hamaya - Yukiguni (Snow Land) - 1978 Second Edition
A masterpiece by one of Japan's greatest photographers, Hiroshi Hamaya (1915-1999).
This is the revised and redesigned edition of his iconic 1956 photobook "Yukiguni" (originally published by Mainichi Shimbun). It was released as the very first volume of Asahi Sonorama's prestigious "Sonorama Photo Selection" series.
This specific copy is the **1978 Second Edition**, following the 1977 first edition of the series. Hamaya, who documented Japanese landscapes and rural life for decades, powerfully captures the harsh yet beautiful "Ura Nihon" (Japan Sea side) — particularly the snowy regions of Niigata and Echigo. The images portray resilient villagers, snow-covered settlements, and everyday scenes with both documentary strength and lyrical sensitivity.
CONDITION
The book has slight sun fading on the spine of the jacket. There are some foxing on the endpapers and the top edge. Overall, it is in very good condition.
Seller's Story
Totodo is a curated antiquarian bookstore based in Japan, dedicated to art books, photography, exhibition catalogues, artist publications, and rare out-of-print titles.
Rather than operating as a volume-driven reseller, we approach bookselling as a form of editorial practice. Each work is carefully selected for its artistic significance, historical context, and lasting relevance, with an emphasis on titles that have shaped visual culture and contemporary thought.
Drawing from decades of experience in the Japanese art book ecosystem, as well as relationships with collectors, estates, and specialized distributors, we are able to present material that is both culturally important and increasingly scarce in the international market.
We maintain rigorous standards for condition assessment and bibliographic accuracy, and every item is securely packaged for international shipment. Our aim is to provide collectors and institutions with thoughtfully chosen works, professional service, and complete transparency.
Asahi Sonorama Photo Selection Series No.1
Hiroshi Hamaya - Yukiguni (Snow Land) - 1978 Second Edition
A masterpiece by one of Japan's greatest photographers, Hiroshi Hamaya (1915-1999).
This is the revised and redesigned edition of his iconic 1956 photobook "Yukiguni" (originally published by Mainichi Shimbun). It was released as the very first volume of Asahi Sonorama's prestigious "Sonorama Photo Selection" series.
This specific copy is the **1978 Second Edition**, following the 1977 first edition of the series. Hamaya, who documented Japanese landscapes and rural life for decades, powerfully captures the harsh yet beautiful "Ura Nihon" (Japan Sea side) — particularly the snowy regions of Niigata and Echigo. The images portray resilient villagers, snow-covered settlements, and everyday scenes with both documentary strength and lyrical sensitivity.
CONDITION
The book has slight sun fading on the spine of the jacket. There are some foxing on the endpapers and the top edge. Overall, it is in very good condition.
Seller's Story
Totodo is a curated antiquarian bookstore based in Japan, dedicated to art books, photography, exhibition catalogues, artist publications, and rare out-of-print titles.
Rather than operating as a volume-driven reseller, we approach bookselling as a form of editorial practice. Each work is carefully selected for its artistic significance, historical context, and lasting relevance, with an emphasis on titles that have shaped visual culture and contemporary thought.
Drawing from decades of experience in the Japanese art book ecosystem, as well as relationships with collectors, estates, and specialized distributors, we are able to present material that is both culturally important and increasingly scarce in the international market.
We maintain rigorous standards for condition assessment and bibliographic accuracy, and every item is securely packaged for international shipment. Our aim is to provide collectors and institutions with thoughtfully chosen works, professional service, and complete transparency.
Details
Number of books
18
Subject
Photography
Book title
Snow Land
Author/ Illustrator
Hiroshi Hamaya
Condition
Very good
Publication year oldest item
1977
Publication year youngest item
1978
Height
20.8 cm
Edition
Reprint
Width
21.8 cm
Language
Japanese
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Asahi Sonorama
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Extras
Dust jacket
Number of pages
120
