Minamata / Fumio Kuwabara Photo Collection 1 (Signed) Photographer: Fumio Kuwabara This is Volume 1 from the four-part photo collection series themed around “Minamata.” The book is signed by the photographer. ⸻ About Fumio Kuwabara Fumio Kuwabara is one of Japan’s most prominent post-war photojournalists. His awards include: • Japan Photographic Critics Association Newcomer Award (1962) • Japan Photographic Society Annual Award (1971) • Nobuo Ina Award (1982) • Domon Ken Award (2014) Over decades, Kuwabara has reported from Korea, Vietnam, Russia, and more. He is especially renowned for his documentation of Minamata disease, one of Japan’s most tragic environmental health disasters. ⸻ About This Book • This volume focuses on the Minamata region and its people. • Kuwabara spent over 20 years documenting the lives of fishermen and patients affected by the disease. • Includes photographs taken over several decades (excluding the 1970s). • His earlier work, “Minamata Disease” (1965, San-ichi Shobo), was featured in the acclaimed “History of Japanese Photobooks 1956–1986” curated by Ryuichi Kaneko and others. Shipping Method We ship via Japan Post, DHL, or FedEx. International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping costs. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Check with your country’s customs office to determine these additional costs before bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your customs office, not us. Prompt payment ensures item delivery.