Description (English) Title: Night Park: Documentary: Observing Love in the Dark Author: Wataru Kimura Photographer: Kohei Yoshiyuki Publisher: Sankei Publishing Year of Publication: 1981 Language: Japanese Format: Paperback ISBN: 4882030136 Country: Japan About This Book Published in 1981, this rare Japanese documentary explores the hidden activities of people in parks at night. Written by freelance journalist Wataru Kimura, this book explores the underground world of "observers" and the culture of nocturnal peeking in Showa-era Japan. Photographs were taken by renowned photographer Kohei Yoshiyuki (1946-), known for pioneering the use of infrared photography to document human activity at night. Yoshiyuki worked for the International Press Agency before becoming a freelance photographer in 1978. His work subsequently garnered international acclaim, and in 2007 he held a solo exhibition at the Yossi Miro Gallery in New York. This book is primarily text, but also includes several striking infrared photographs by Yoshiyuki, including the cover photo. This book can be considered a companion piece to Yoshiyuki's photography-related book, "Secret Photography." A valuable addition to collectors of Japanese documentary literature, sociology, and postwar subculture research. Condition This is a used item, but in good condition considering its age. There is general wear and tear, including slight discoloration on the cover and spine, minor creases, and edgewear. The binding is solid, and the pages are clean. Please see the photos for the exact condition. Dimensions Height: Approx. 18cm Width: Approx. 11cm Depth: Approx. 11cm x 1.5cm Shipping Shipped from Japan via Japan Post EMS or International e-Packet. Estimated Delivery Time: Approximately 2 weeks (depending on destination and customs conditions) We may use environmentally friendly recycled packaging. Customs Duties and Import Taxes Customs duties and import taxes are the responsibility of the buyer. Customs duties and import taxes are calculated based on the item price and shipping costs. Please contact your local customs office. Final Notice to Buyers Thank you for your purchase! This book is a rare and culturally significant document that combines investigative journalism and groundbreaking infrared photography. Especially recommended for collectors of Japanese social history, documentary photography, and subculture studies.