“Humility, calm, and harmony. These words alone could define Japan. My photographs reflect the essence of the unique atmosphere one finds in the country of the rising sun. It is by experiencing this JAPONITUDE that you truly feel the weight of traditions dating back millennia which form an integral part of daily life in Japan. Having explored a large portion of the country during my travels, my work bears witness to the long-established order which reigns peacefully, just as strongly in the heart of cities as in the most isolated regions. Despite the language barrier and the population density, I felt at peace, serene and zen.”



Alain Champagne