{"product_id":"brutalist-japan-a-photographic-tour-of-post-war-japanese-architecture-hardcover","title":"Brutalist Japan: A Photographic Tour of Post-War Japanese Architecture - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePaul Tulett\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing striking photography by an expert in the field, this exploration of Japanese Brutalist architecture celebrates the surprising beauty and grace of buildings forged in concrete.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEmerging in the devastating aftermath of World War II, Brutalist architecture in Japan is characterized by its geometric shapes, functionality, and unconventional use of concrete--which is often left unfinished to showcase the material's inherent textures and imperfections.\u003cbr\u003eJapanese Brutalism represented a radical departure from traditional Japanese architecture, drawing inspiration from the global Brutalist movement but incorporating unique elements that reflect Japan's culture and history. A leading expert on Japanese Brutalism, Paul Tulett has traveled throughout the country to photograph extraordinary examples of this aesthetic. In over 200 dynamic and impeccable photographs he captures the elements and paradoxes inherent in the buildings themselves: the rawness of concrete juxtaposed with elegant design; a harmonious integration into urban landscapes; and a global, modernist approach that maintains traditional Japanese elements.\u003cbr\u003eHighlighting the work of architects such as Kenzo Tange, Tadao Ando, and Arata Isozaki, this unique volume shows how a blend of global influences and Japanese sensibilities has left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of Japan, making Japanese Brutalism an intensely captivating and enduring style.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePAUL TULETT has a Master's degree in Urban Planning and Environment and has been photographing Japan's architecture since 2018. He features his images on his popular Instagram account: @brutal_zen. His work has been published in a number of publications including \u003ci\u003eThe Guardian \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eFast Company\u003c\/i\u003e. He lives in Okinawa, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 10.5 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 05, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44287716982886,"sku":"9783791393100","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/2zxSC5HqoX9783791393100.webp?v=1766668058","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/brutalist-japan-a-photographic-tour-of-post-war-japanese-architecture-hardcover","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}