Yutaka Takanashi - JINZO [Human Images] - 1979 First edition of JINZO (Human Images), a portrait book by Japanese photographer Yutaka Takanashi, published by Shinya Sosho Sha in 1979. Best known for his influential photographic studies of postwar Tokyo and for his involvement with the Provoke movement, Takanashi here turns his attention from the city to the people who shaped its cultural life. The book brings together black-and-white portraits of writers, painters, actors, musicians, singers, manga artists and illustrators. Rather than formal studio portraits, these photographs retain Takanashi’s characteristic attentiveness to atmosphere, gesture and the surroundings of each sitter. The result is a vivid cross-section of Japan’s artistic and intellectual milieu during the 1970s. Hardcover with dust jacket and obi. Text in Japanese. 96 pages. Approx. 19.5 × 13.5 cm. A scarce and appealing early Takanashi title, especially for collectors of Japanese photobooks, portrait photography and postwar Japanese culture. CONDITION The dust jacket has light rubbing. Overall, the book is in very good condition. SHIPPING Shipped via EMS or DHL. Delivery is available within one week, with a tracking number provided.