Sakura: a journey through Japan
On the 30th September 2026 I celebrated the launch of my brand new Zine “Sakura: a journey through Japan”. The Zine has been in development for 2 years and showcases wildlife, cityscapes and landscapes of Japan. The photos have all been taken by me, The page layout has been designed by me. The zine has been designed by me right down to the choice of font that mimics fonts typically associated with Japanese websites. No AI was used in the development of the Zine.
ISBN: 978-1066862801
Page Count: 64
It’s now available to order online and at some independent shops and galleries in-person.
UK + Global + In-Person
Parallax Photographic Co-Op – [shop link] – [map]
Based in Brixton Parallax Photographic is a co-operative business run by 4 owners designed to be a fair and ethical photographic retailer. It was founded by people with backgrounds in photographic retail, community dark rooms and professional labs. The shop sells film processing supplies, photo books and zines.
UK – In-Person Only
Creative Maidstone is based in Maidstone and showcases local artists from around Maidstone and Kent hosting regular exhibitions, classes and has a community art shop selling locally produced art – [map]
UK Only – Online Only
Oliver Bryant Photography UK Shop – UK orders only – [shop link]
Japan – In Person
TamaSaka based in Kitasenju, Tokyo is a small gallery focused on photography hosting regular exhibitions, zines and exhibitions. The name was inspired by the word “Tamasaka”_ which translated means “by chance” or “unexpectedly.” – [map]
What motivated this Zine?
In 2025, I visited Japan for the first time with my lovely wife Nikki. We loved it so much that I ended up planning a second trip in 2026. This time I had become more familiar with Analogue Cameras and brought along my Pentax 17 half-frame camera chasing the Sakura from Tokyo to Hakodate. After seeing Jan’s tutorial on how to make a Zine I felt inspired to set myself the challenge to make my own. It did not come without hurdles, misprints and many stressful evenings and nights but I’m finally glad the Zine is out and available to all.
With Thanks
I would love to thank the lovely team at Photobook Cafe. The venue is a fantastic place to launch a Zine and we was delighted with the turnout.
Are you a Zine Trader, Independent bookshop interested in stocking my Zine? Reach out!