Known for his distinctive practice combining stone, water, and photography, Yoshida explores the fragile balance between natural forces and human intervention. His work centers on rock balancing, creating sculptural forms that exist only momentarily before inevitably collapsing—captured through photography and video as a record of that fleeting equilibrium.

A meditation on transience

“Stone does not move, water does not stay.”

This poetic concept lies at the heart of Impermanence. The exhibition reflects on the ephemeral nature of existence—moments that dissolve as soon as they are formed—inviting viewers to observe and contemplate the delicate tension between stillness and change.

The exhibition features works from Yoshida’s ongoing LandArt series, alongside video pieces and a newly created work titled River Stream.
Through these works, Yoshida presents nature not as a static subject, but as an active collaborator shaped by gravity, water flow, and time.

Live performance

A special live performance will take place during the exhibition, where Yoshida will create his rock balancing works in real time, accompanied by live music from members of the ambient/post-classical group Anoice.

The performance offers a rare opportunity to witness the artist’s process—where creation and collapse exist within the same continuous act.

Exhibition Information

• Title: Hiroshi Yoshida Solo Exhibition “Impermanence”
• Dates: March 17 (Tue) – March 22 (Sun), 2026
• Hours: 10:00 – 19:00
• Venue: Gentsū-ji Temple
• Admission: Free

About the Artist

Hiroshi Yoshida is a Tokyo-based artist working across photography, video, and environmental art. Using natural materials such as stone and water, he creates temporary sculptural forms that explore harmony, gravity, and the passage of time.

His works are not meant to endure—they are instead records of a moment, where balance is achieved only briefly before returning to nature.

WEB: https://www.hiroshi-yoshida.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jizorocks

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Born in 1996 and based in Hyogo Prefecture, Yoshii graduated from the Japan College of Photography and Imaging Arts and worked at Amana Photography before becoming a freelance visual artist. His photography focuses on everyday subjects transformed through careful lighting and composition into images that feel both poetic and introspective.

With “Flow”, Yoshii’s work captures the beauty in subtle details and quiet moments, encouraging us to slow down and see the world with fresh eyes. Whether you’re an art lover, a photography enthusiast, or simply curious about contemporary Japanese art, this exhibition offers a thoughtful and immersive experience right in the heart of Tokyo.

Exhibition Dates: January 14–24, 2026
Venue: Co-Co Photo Salon, Tokyo

Don’t miss this chance to experience Naoto’s evocative vision of time, memory, and the everyday. And make sure to follow him on his socials!

WEB: https://naotoyoshii.myportfolio.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/yoshii.naoto

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Aflo x Magnum Photos: Highlights

Aflo operated the Magnum Photos stand throughout the weekend, featuring:

• An exclusive selection of Magnum signed and rare photo books
• Prints and merchandise showcasing the legendary collective’s work
• A curated display of zines, postcards, and prints from the Aflo Gallery artists

The booth offered visitors a chance to discover iconic photography from Magnum alongside emerging visual voices from Aflo Gallery. A unique blend of global and local photographic culture.

One of the best aspects of the weekend was the opportunity to connect directly with art lovers, collectors, and visitors who stopped by the booth. It was truly inspiring to meet people passionate about photography books, zines, and visual culture.

Visitors responded positively to the mix of historic and contemporary photography, with many discovering new favorites and engaging deeply with the artistic prints and zines on display. This fusion of established icons and emerging talent perfectly reflected TABF’s mission to support diverse publishing voices and creative expression.

What Is the Tokyo Art Book Fair?

The Tokyo Art Book Fair is a celebrated annual festival dedicated to art publishing. Independent zines, photography books, and printed creativity. In 2025 the event reached its 15th edition, showcasing a diverse lineup of exhibitors, talks, workshops, and special programs.

The fair continues to be a cornerstone event for the global art community, bringing together creators and audiences passionate about visual storytelling and printed media.

We had a lot of fun engaging with everyone who visited, and we’re already looking forward to future events where we can continue these conversations and collaborations.

Stay tuned for more updates from Aflo Gallery and upcoming exhibitions, fairs, and artist features!

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Known for his compelling urban and street photography, Takahiro Toh is a Japanese photographer capturing evocative moments of daily life with artistic depth and emotional insight.

Born in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, Toh spent much of his early life living abroad in Australia, Canada, and the UK. A formative experience that shaped his global visual perspective.

His photographic journey began in 2015, when he purchased his first camera. Initially drawn to the excitement and energy of theme parks, he later discovered aerial night photography, fascinated by urban landscapes.

By 2019, his focus had fully shifted to street photography, where he masterfully captures stunning spontaneous moments, human interactions, and city rhythms that often go unnoticed.

Toh’s photography stands out for its dynamic portrayal of everyday urban life. His images are not just pictures, but stories frozen in time, reflecting a blend of spontaneity, emotion, and visual rhythm. His style is deeply rooted in urban exploration and street scenes, with a strong use of light, shadow, and composition. Whether highlighting a fleeting expression or the geometry of a city street, his work resonates with viewers around the world.

Takahiro Toh continues to push the boundaries of street photography with his eye for unique urban narratives and human stories. His journey from a global upbringing to international recognition is a testament to his passion and dedication to the art of photography.

Explore Takahiro Toh’s full collection on Aflo Gallery today and bring a piece of urban poetry into your space.

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As a travel photographer, Gamou seeks out those rare, almost-miraculous instants when light, time and traces of life come together in perfect harmony. His images do more than show beautiful landscapes—they invite reflection on our very existence in a complex era.

In his own practice, Gamou often revisits the same locations over many years, patiently engaging in a dialogue with his subjects and exploring them with persistence and intention. Through this process emerge photographs that challenge perception and open new ways of seeing the world.

From the essence of creation, seeing with his own eyes and thinking deeply through the act of travel, Gamou transforms scenes into visual stories of living, remembering and imagining what may come next in our shared human journey.

His distinguished awards include: Travel Photographer of the Year 2024 (Highly Commended, Landscapes, Climate & Water), Gold in the Nature category at the 2024 Tokyo International Foto Awards, Top 101 in the 2023 International Landscape Photographer of the Year, and more.

At Aflo Gallery you’ll find a selection of his standout works—pictures that whisper of fleeting moments, shifting light, distant places and the subtle traces of life that remain. We invite you to explore Takahiro Gamou’s collection, to pause before one of his images, and to let your own perspective broaden with what you see.

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With a unique vision rooted in his garden, Avechan cultivates not just flowers, but stories of resilience, individuality, and fleeting beauty.

In his own words:

“In my garden, I welcome the appearance of unsightly flowers without overdoing it. This is because I feel that fun and strength emerge from the individual differences that are not found in the flowers on the market.”

Rather than arranging bouquets in the usual way, he bundles flowers letting their character shine and capturing the moment when life is quietly changing. As he explains:

“Bouquets are sometimes classified as still life, but in reality flowers change continuously depending on the light, temperature and water conditions. It would be my greatest pleasure if you could feel the beauty overflowing from that limited life.”

His approach challenges our expectations of perfection in nature and art, inviting us to pause and consider the subtle transformations happening all around us.

Avechan’s work has been recognised with multiple awards, including a Bronze in the 2022 PX3 – Prix de la Photographie Paris (Nature/Flower category) and 1st place in the 2021 International Photography Awards (Nature/Flower). He has also taken part in group exhibitions such as the 2024 Japan Advertising Photographers’ Association show at the Tokyo Photographic Art Museum.

At Aflo Gallery, you’ll find a selection of his masterpieces. Blooms, seeds, dried petals, and bundles that quietly testify to nature’s softness and strength. Each print invites you to reflect on impermanence and transformation.

We invite you to explore Avechan’s collection. Meet his flowers that might otherwise be overlooked, and bring one into your space as a reminder of life’s ever-changing beauty.

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“PLAYLIST Vol.1” brings together fresh voices and bold visions from emerging photographers based in Japan. Like a playlist curated for a moment, a mood, or a memory, it brings together a collection of visual voices. Each distinct, yet harmonising in unexpected ways.

“PLAYLIST Vol.1” showcases the work of Francesco Libassi, Kirimare, Rintaro Kanemoto, Ichigoichie, Kayoko Nemoto and Hiroshi Yoshida, each offering their own unique lens on the world.

Through documentary fragments, poetic stillness, raw spontaneity, and quiet observation, these images form a rhythm shifting between perspectives, styles, and emotions, yet held together by a shared curiosity and a fresh creative pulse.

Presented in collaboration with CO-CO Photo Salon, “PLAYLIST Vol.1” is an invitation to look, feel, and find your own rhythm within the frame.

We sell top-quality prints (both signed original editions and open editions) in a range of prices and sizes. All the prints are made at our own print lab Aflo Atelier.

Check our shop now to see all the artworks on sale.

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