Chefs of Kansai
Portraits from Japan’s Kitchens
A photographic journey into the kitchens and working lives of Kansai’s chefs, told through portraits, conversations and the rhythms of daily work.
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British photographer & Writer
His inspiration comes from the quiet details of everyday life: the gestures, rituals and places that reveal something about the people behind them. He is drawn to the relationship between people and their surroundings, and to the stories that emerge when there is time to look and listen.
His current projects explore working lives, cultural traditions and the knowledge passed between generations in Japan and Europe, through photographs, interviews and film.
Photographic books and stories in development.
Portraits from Japan’s Kitchens
A photographic journey into the kitchens and working lives of Kansai’s chefs, told through portraits, conversations and the rhythms of daily work.
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Portraits of Work and Inheritance in Italy
An exploration of Italy’s craftspeople and family businesses, and the knowledge, choices and responsibilities passed from one generation to the next.
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contact@paultanahashi.comIntroductions and suggestions for future stories are also welcome.