This visually rich study explores Japanese photography since 1945, tracing its evolution from post-war Realism to contemporary movements. Covering key groups like Vivo in the 1960s and 'girls' photography' in the 1990s, Lena Fritsch examines the diversity and technical innovation within the medium. The book includes interviews with influential photographers such as Moriyama Daido, Araki Nobuyoshi, and Kawauchi Rinko. Fritsch offers a clear and imaginative analysis of the development of Japanese photography, set against the backdrop of Japan's changing social, cultural, and political landscape, making it accessible to both general readers and photography enthusiasts.