By Yasushi Rikitake 11363 Photos Rikitakecom Repack: Japan Erotics

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Born in Fukuoka, Yasushi Rikitake began his career in the early 1980s. He debuted in 1982 with the self-published photobook Alice Chrome and Friends and eventually founded the in 1994. Romantic drama and entertainment are more than just

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The "repack" mentioned in the title refers to the re-release or recontextualization of Rikitake's work. This new perspective offers an opportunity to reexamine the artist's oeuvre, introducing his photographs to a wider audience while also providing a fresh lens through which to view his work. The repack may also signify a rebranding or repositioning of Rikitake's art, one that seeks to challenge preconceptions and push the boundaries of what is considered acceptable in the realm of erotic photography. He debuted in 1982 with the self-published photobook