First self-published in 1971 in an edition of only 1,000 copies, Nobuyoshi Araki’s “Sentimental Journey” is a cornerstone of contemporary photography. This 2016 hardcover edition by Kawade Shobo Shinsha provides the first complete reproduction of the original 108 photographs. The book chronicles Araki’s honeymoon with his wife, Yoko, capturing a deeply personal narrative that blurred the lines between public art and private diary. By documenting their intimacy—from train rides and hotel rooms to sexual encounters—Araki established his signature “I-Photograph” style, which prioritizes emotional truth and the subjective experience of the photographer over commercial artifice. This edition, bound with high-end craftsmanship, remains a vital record of one of photography’s most profound love stories.
