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Ryosuke Kosuge, also known as RK, is a Tokyo-based photographer who is the master of capturing the beauty and diversity of Asia. He travels around countries like Japan, Taiwan, China and Vietnam to photograph captivating architecture, cityscapes, nature and the beautiful people that live there.

You might've seen Kosuge's fascinating images in our previous article. Today, we've gathered even more of his incredible photographs to share with you. So let yourself be swept away by the charm of Asia, as captured through Kosuge's lens. 

More info: Instagram | rkrkrk.tokyo | twitter.com | Facebook | youtube.com

RK is a versatile artist involved in various fields such as photography, graphic design, and DJing. He holds the exclusive position of iPhone Photographer for the running crew "AFE TOKYO" and is considered as one of the prominent Japanese artists.

We reached out to RK to ask him more about himself and his creative process. We were curious about how his journey as a photographer started. He shared that he began taking photos after joining a running team called AFE TOKYO. Since then, he has captured many captivating shots along his journey.

In 2018, alongside his other roles, RK pursued his passion for photography and transitioned to freelancing. He switched to using a single-lens reflex camera and created numerous remarkable pieces like "His Grandpa in Akihabara" and "Taipei Bridge Bike".

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We wanted to know what inspired RK to specifically delve into capturing the beauty that Asia has to offer. The artist answered that he likes traditional Asian architecture. "I wanted to express these architectures in my own way, so I started taking pictures."

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Pancake_Pansexual_Panda
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Jeez can the title please tell us the name of this temple? This temple is called Toji Temple, I think. Correct me if I'm wrong.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful photography! I get this strange sense of mystery and awe from it! Then again, objects larger than an average human interest me. But nonetheless it's still stunning!

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RK's captivating photographs depict a wide range of subjects, including stunning portraits of people, as well as captivating depictions of streets, buildings, and nature, all characterized by vibrant colors. His talent has attracted attention not only in Japan but also in various international media outlets.

However, creating art also comes with its own challenges. For RK, The most difficult part is the preparation for the location, such as the route to get there, the choice of time to shoot, and the anticipation and prediction of the location. "But at the same time, it is fun. The people I met, the scenery, the smells... I enjoy all of them."

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Lil Miss Hobbit
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I LOVE this one. Just the combination of the modern world and their culture is so gorgeous.

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What are your thoughts about these photographs? Let us know by leaving a comment and upvoting your favorite images! Make sure to check RK's Instagram for more stunning shots!

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Tuesday's child
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If it was me in the picture, I would either. 1.be falling off. 2.be out of sight because I fell off before the picture was taken

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is Skytree tower, on the east side of Tokyo. I did a stamp rally that ended here and got a free skytree tote bag!

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Littles Johnson
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My my my, the contrast of their culture to the modern houses in the background just seems so elegant...

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So, if you look closely at that photo, you can see that the building isn't finished. Here's a link to information about the building and architecture. https://www.designboom.com/architecture/vincent-callebaut-twisting-carbon-absorbing-tower-taipei-01-26-2021/

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