Tsukiji Fish Market is one of the world's most famous outdoor markets, and this compilation by Nico Therin celebrates the rarely-seen workers who help bring the market to life. The upcoming relocation of the market promoted the French photographer to visit the historic site and document the space.
The market has been in operation since 1935 and offers over 400 kinds of seafood. Its current site is extremely valuable because of its proximity to Tokyo, which ultimately facilitated the relocation. When researching the Tsukiji Fish Market, images of seafood, fish and the unique food is typically the focus. Therin however, took this opportunity to capture ordinary workers, their emotions and daily lives. Many of these people have dedicated their lives to the wholesale market and Therin believed in the importance of showcasing them.
Fish Market Photography
Nico Therin Photographed the Workers of the Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo
Trend Themes
1. Outdoor Market Photography - Capturing intimate moments of outdoor market workers is a growing trend in photography.
2. Local Workforce Celebrations - Highlighting the personal stories of a local market's workforce promotes community engagement and empathy.
3. Preserving Historical Markets - Documenting the people and spaces within long-standing markets preserves their memory and traditions for future generations.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Professional photographers can expand their portfolios with intimate outdoor market portraits.
2. Community Engagement - Markets can promote empathy and community engagement by showcasing the stories of their workforce.
3. Heritage Preservation - Historical markets can benefit from documentation and promotion of their traditions and workforce.