The Tokyo End photo series depicts what the booming metropolis would look like if everyone decided to abandon it at once. Eerie and bewitching, the images are devoid of all signs of life, as though there was an impending doom on the horizon in the form of a catastrophic storm, another radiation disaster or the apocalypse.
Yet despite these terrifying thoughts, the Tokyo End series is breathtaking. By stripping it of people and cars, the viewer is able to appreciate the gleam of the streets, the bright lights and more. Shot at night by photographer Gabriel de la Chapelle, the Tokyo End photo series really captures Japan's densest city in a state that is near impossible to enjoy in real life.
Unpopulated City Pictorials
Tokyo End by Gabriel de la Chapelle is Eerily Empty
Trend Themes
1. Empty City Photography - This trend presents opportunities for photographers to capture urban landscapes devoid of people, showcasing the beauty of abandoned metropolises.
2. Apocalyptic Imagery - The use of apocalyptic scenes in art and photography can create a sense of fascination and intrigue, providing opportunities for artists to convey dystopian themes and emotions.
3. Urban Exploration - The Tokyo End series highlights the interest in urban exploration, where people are drawn to abandoned and vacant urban areas, creating opportunities for tourism and adventure businesses.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Empty city photography represents a disruptive innovation opportunity for photographers to create unique and captivating images.
2. Art - The use of apocalyptic imagery opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for artists to explore new forms of expression and provoke thought.
3. Tourism - The Tokyo End series showcases the potential for urban exploration tourism, offering travelers a unique and thrilling experience in abandoned cities.