Polish artist mateusz urbanowiczs Kobe art in Japan He studied animation and comics at the University of Engineering. Whenever he walks on the streets, Urbanowicz is always surprised to find some ancient traditional buildings. He is surprised to find these buildings in this fast-developing and well-known international metropolis. After learning that these buildings would soon be replaced by modern buildings, the artist took action and painted these colorful, characterful and historic buildings.
#10 noike: Sushi restaurant in Yanaka District
All images by mateusz Provided by urbanowicz
“No matter where I go, I always encounter these small shops, apartments or houses, and slowly I am deeply attracted to them, their small details, Some traces of time, including some modifications, attract me." mateusz urbanowicz said, "Some of the buildings have been completely abandoned, and some are still in use, and some people maintain them, making them look very cute."
(right) #05 miyake bicycle shop in Kagurazaka and kichijyouji areas
Urbanowitz uses characteristic watercolor painting style to decorate each storeEvery detail is carved out, highlighting the unique temperament of each store, allowing them to be frozen in time forever. The artist uses various lines to depict a corner of this ever-changing city, showing the quiet and unknown side of the Japanese capital.
#03 kobayashi hair salon in sanbanchyo area
"Especially in Tokyo "There are many of these buildings that remain today, and its been a fun process searching for them, taking photos of them, and making sketches of them," Urbanowitz said. "I know some of them will be in a few months. Demolished." If you want to see more of this series of works and behind-the-scenes production videos, please go to Urbanowitzs YouTube channel to watch.
(left) #08 Nakashimaya Japanese Sake Hotel in Mejiro District
( Right) #09 Kitchen Kuku Hotel in Kagurazaka and Kichijyouji areas
(left) #06 The isetatsu traditional color print shop in Yanaka Ward (right) #07 The ootoya butcher shop in the Chomachi area
