Wabi sabi
This year’s annual “Colors of Japan through Diplomats’ Eyes” project features the photos of 61 diplomats from 39 countries. Focusing on the theme of wabi-sabi, the photographers capture not only the traditional Japan of temples and gardens, but also scenes of modern life. Wabi-sabi is a term from Japanese aesthetics that refers to tranquil simplicity (wabi) and beauty found in impermanence (sabi).
A selection of diplomat’s photos are on display at the Foreign Correspondents’ Club of Japan until 2 April.