In Conversation with Herbie Yamaguchi | Photographer | Tokyo Weekender

Herbie Yamaguchi is Tokyo Weekender's July-August 2023 cover star. He is an inspiring, giving, open-hearted photographer with an illustrious career, as well as a radio and television personality and essayist. But above all, he is a beautiful person with a lot of love and wisdom to share. Sit down with a warm cup of tea and listen to Herbie share the inspiring stories behind his iconic photos and his philosophies towards photography. Interviewer: Zoria Petkoska Production Assistant: Lyn Tsuchiya Producer: Lisa Knight Videographers: Lisa Knight and Ben Cooke Video Editor: Lisa Knight Thank you to Reem Alhouwari at Future Foundation Follow Herbie on Instagram at   / herbieyamaguchi   00:14 Introducing Herbie Yamaguchi 00:59 On moving to London 02:45 On his photograph of Joe Strummer 05:13 On his relationship with his subjects 06:57 On his photo of Diana Spencer 08:17 On chance opportunities 09:12 On his exhibition "We Will Be Alright!" 10:48 On his final photo of Ryuichi Sakamoto 13:01 On smiling _____ Tokyo Weekender Tokyo Weekender has been the cornerstone of expat life in Tokyo since 1970. We're your go-to for news, events and culture in the city, and amplify the voices of people who make Tokyo the incredible city it is. You can find us: Website: https://www.tokyoweekender.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/tokyoweekender Facebook:   / tokyo.weekender   Subscribe to our print magazine: https://www.tokyoweekender.com/subscribe Pick up a copy in Tokyo: https://www.tokyoweekender.com/stockists