Vibrant Photos Capture the Electric Energy of Tokyo at Night

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

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Tokyo-based photographer Hosokawa Ryohei creatively captures the visually energetic nightlife of the Japanese capital with his camera. His electric nightscapes give a glimpse of the urban jungle and the people who live there through candid snapshots and long exposure images.

Rainy nights are lit by electric neon signs, and busy traffic intersections feature streams of tail lights. Each atmospheric image showcases Tokyo’s vibrant energy and constant movement. By playing with perspective, light, and reflections, Ryohei often uses rain-slicked street and puddles as part of his compositions, showing how buildings and lights are mirrored in their liquid surfaces.

So what does this self-taught photographer work with to capture such dynamic shots? Ryohei uses an Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II camera, which is perfect for street photographers due to its sleek, compact design and interchangeable lenses.

Scroll down to check out more of Ryohei’s Tokyo nightlife photos and make sure to follow him on Instagram for even more photos in the future.

Self-taught photographer Hosokawa Ryohei creatively captures the nightlife of Tokyo with his camera.

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Each atmospheric image showcases Tokyo’s vibrant energy and constant movement.

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Tokyo Nightlife Photography by Hosokawa Ryohei

Hosokawa Ryohei: Instagram | Twitter

My Modern Met granted permission to feature photos by Hosokawa Ryohei.

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Emma Taggart

Emma Taggart is a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. Originally from Northern Ireland, she is an artist now based in Berlin. After graduating with a BA in Fashion and Textile Design in 2013, Emma decided to combine her love of art with her passion for writing. Emma has contributed to various art and culture publications, with an aim to promote and share the work of inspiring modern creatives. While she writes every day, she’s also devoted to her own creative outlet—Emma hand-draws illustrations and is currently learning 2D animation.
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