Tokyo Storefronts – The Artworks of Mateusz Urbanowicz

Product Description

“Tokyo Storefronts – The Artworks of Mateusz Urbanowicz” is a captivating art book that brings to life the charm of Tokyo’s old buildings through the eyes of Polish illustrator Mateusz Urbanowicz. First gaining attention on the internet in 2016, this illustration series has since been featured in newspapers and on TV, celebrating the unique beauty of Tokyo’s architecture. This long-awaited book compiles 50 illustrations, including 10 previously published works and 40 new drawings. It offers a deep dive into the history and stories behind these buildings, providing bird’s eye views, episodes related to each structure, and the creative process behind the illustrations. Additionally, the book is bilingual, offering texts in both Japanese and English, making it accessible to a wider audience. This collection serves as a nostalgic guide to Tokyo, showcasing the city’s storefronts from the perspective of a foreign artist.

Product Specification

– Title: Tokyo Storefronts – The Artworks of Mateusz Urbanowicz- Illustrator: Mateusz Urbanowicz- Language: Bilingual (Japanese and English)- Content: 50 illustrations (10 previously published, 40 new), making-of processes, historical details, and stories related to the buildings- Features: Bird’s eye views, episodes related to the buildings, step-by-step illustration processes