/ 2025 / Portraiture / Culture

• Prize
  Honorable Mention
• Photographer
  Hito Tomo, Japan
• Studio
  Rawfeel

In a small town in Gunma, a group of elderly artisans dedicates their lives to perfecting the art of udon making.

Their hands, shaped by decades of experience, move with precision and care. Watching their unwavering focus fills me with a profound sense of admiration.

Every gesture, every movement is driven by a single purpose—to serve the most delicious bowl of udon to their customers.

Their dedication is not just about food; it’s a lifelong pursuit of mastery, tradition, and heartfelt service.