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Exhibition Overview

The Canon Marketing Japan Inc. is thrilled to announce the upcoming exhibition titled "Shoot the Moment - A 60-Year Journey" featuring the acclaimed sports photographer Akito Mizutani. The exhibition will take place at Canon Gallery S, located on the first floor of the Canon S Tower in Minato City, Tokyo, from August 18, 2025 to September 29, 2025.

Key Details

• - Exhibition Dates: August 18 (Monday) - September 29 (Monday), 2025
• - Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• - Closed On: Sundays and Public Holidays
• - Venue: Canon Gallery S (Address: 2-16-6 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
• - Access: Approximately an 8-minute walk from Shinagawa Station (Konan Exit) and about 10 minutes from Keikyu Shinagawa Station
• - Admission Fee: Free

Exhibition Highlights

This exhibition highlights the extraordinary career of Akito Mizutani, who has spent over six decades capturing the pinnacle moments in sports. His dedication to showcasing the unique essence of sport has resulted in a body of work that transcends traditional sports photography.

Through a display of prints and slide projections, visitors will witness Mizutani's passion and commitment to exploring new expressions in sports photography, focusing on capturing those fleeting moments that define the essence of athletic performance. Every piece on display reflects a lifetime devoted to challenging the norms and pushing boundaries.

Related Events

Talk Event

• - Date: August 30 (Saturday), 2025
• - Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
• - Venue: Canon Hall S (located on the 3rd floor of Canon S Tower)
• - Featured Speaker: Akito Mizutani, member of the Japan Sports Photographers Association
• - Event Content: A discussion about the art of sports photography
• - Registration: Commences in early July via the website (canon.jp/gallery)
• - Capacity: 200 participants (first-come, first-served, free entry)

Artist's Message

Reflecting on his journey, Mizutani shared, "Sixty years ago, there was no concept of sports photography in Japan. Most images were merely records; few sought the artistic side of it. I began with alpine photography before transitioning to skiing and various sports. But my focus has always been capturing unique moments that can only be seen through my lens. My work transcends traditional records and captures a level of expression distinct to my vision.

The exhibition represents not just a chronicle of sports history, but a testament to Mizutani's relentless pursuit of crafting new expressions from the dramatic intensity, power, and beauty embedded in competitive sports. His ability to capture the emotions of countless athletes reflects the pursuit of those fleeting moments of excellence.

Even today, the challenge of pursuing individual expression as a sports photographer persists. However, it is through continually seeking new interpretations that we can indeed capture moments far beyond mere documentation. Visitors are encouraged to dive deep into the universe of Akito Mizutani, whose tireless efforts over 60 years reveal a deeper connection with the world of sports.

Artist Profile

Akito Mizutani was born in 1940 in Iida City, Nagano Prefecture. After graduating from the Tokyo College of Photography, he debuted as a mountain photographer in 1965 before transitioning to capturing skiing and other sports. He has covered numerous global championships and has been instrumental in training aspiring sports photographers through his Mizutani School since 2000. His work has been featured in numerous publications and exhibitions, earning him significant accolades such as the 12th Kodansha Publishing Culture Award, 3rd Iida City Fujimoto Yoshiaki Photography Culture Award, and the 2007 Japan Photographic Society Award for Creative Excellence.

For general inquiries, please contact Canon Gallery S at 0570-07-9264 or visit the Canon Gallery website at canon.jp/gallery.