/ 2025 / Special / Street Photography

• Prize
  Honorable Mention
• Photographer
  Sampo, Japan

I photographed this scene in Yokohama Chinatown early one morning, renowned as the world's cleanest. It's famous for delicious, impeccably clean cuisine. My family and I have dined here for years, consistently appreciating their dedication.

Amidst countless signs, I captured a Chinese worker diligently cleaning. This early morning dedication is vital for maintaining the area's sustained cleanliness.

Using a telephoto lens, I carefully composed the shot, arranging signs for optimal layout. This fleeting moment, difficult to witness in such a typically bustling street, was perfectly captured.