This is said to be the first ever dam photo book published by Mr. Hagiwara. The first volume focused on eastern Japan, but it was so well received that a second volume, "Dam 2 (dum dum)," focusing on western Japan, was published. The second volume is called "Dum Dum" instead of "Dum Two. How cute.
The contents of the book are excellent, with photographs that make you feel as if you have been to the dam in question, and it also includes a small explanation and a glossary of dam terms.
The binding is stylish and cool, and the two books satisfy my desire to own them. 2012 saw the publication of the first volume in paperback size, and even in e-book format, but I personally prefer the earlier miniature photo book size (170mm x 190mm). However, it is a pity that it is currently only available in used books. In addition, "Dam 2" also includes the now-defunct Arase Dam, which may be considered valuable.
Incidentally, Mr. Hagiwara mentioned at an online talk event that he used entry-level equipment for this photo book, rather than high-end equipment. I was able to reaffirm my conviction that good equipment does not necessarily make a photo book, and cheap equipment does not necessarily make it bad, and more than anything, I feel personally encouraged by this.
Contents of "Dumb"
Comments from the Publisher
First ever! Dam photo collection!
The charms of 36 dams carefully selected from more than 2,500 dams in Japan are unleashed!
This is the first-ever collection of dam photographs by Masaki Hagiwara, who is obsessed with the appeal of dams, which are "no two alike" and has continued to tour dams. With the theme of the charms of dams, namely their sheer size, the power of their discharge, and the extraordinary feeling of their sudden appearance in nature, Hagiwara carefully selects his "favorite dams" and introduces them with photographs and explanatory comments overflowing with affection for dams.
Miniature photo book size (170mm x 190mm) for easy pick-up
Each of the 36 dams, carefully selected from more than 250 dams photographed by the author so far, has its own characteristics and points of attraction, which will be photographed and commented on accordingly.
Dam basics (What is a dam? /How to see a dam / Types of dams), how to visit dams (What is a dam tour? /The dictionary of dam terminology is also included.
Contents (from "BOOK" database)
The raging discharge of water, the overflowing beauty of style, and the variety of designs that are "no two alike. Herein lies the fascination of dams, the gigantic structures that attract our hearts and minds. This book contains 36 dams carefully selected from more than 2,500 dams in Japan.
Author Biography (from "BOOK Author's Profile")
Masaki Hagiwara
Born in 1974 in Nerima Ward, Tokyo. The homepage, "The Dam", records dams in detail based on photographs and data.dam-site(This data was published at the time this book was published.)
Registration Information
Publisher : Media Factory (2007/2/16)
Release Date : 2007/2/16
Language : Japanese
Book : 1 page
isbn-10 : 4840118043
isbn-13 : 978-4840118040
Contents of "Dum Dum 2 (Dum Dum)
Contents (from "BOOK" database)
It includes 47 dams in western Japan, even more than the previous "Dam", which focused on dams in eastern Japan. The sophisticated design of the dams, themultipurpose damThe book introduces famous dams carefully selected from a diverse and unique list, including some of the largest dams in Japan and dams designated as important cultural properties. At the end of the book is an "Area-by-Area Dam Guide" that explains how to visit eight of Japan's representative dam areas, including Kinugawa, Okutone, Echizen-Ono, and Nabari.
About the Author
Born in Tokyo in 1974. He is the manager of "Dam Site," a website that records dams in detail based on photographs and data. He became interested in dams when his father took him to the Okochi Dam (Tokyo) as a child, and in 1998, he began photographing dams in earnest when he encountered the Miyagase Dam (Kanagawa Prefecture). Since then, he has made "dam tours" his life's work. He has visited more than 350 dams to date. His photo books "Dam," "Dam 2," "Sharyo" and "Sharyo II" (Media Factory) are now on sale.
Registration Information
Publisher : Media Factory (2012/6/22)
Release Date : 2012/6/22
Language : Japanese
Paperback : 1 page
isbn-10 : 4840146217
isbn-13 : 978-4840146210
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