Shimpei Asai's 60-Year Anthology 'Hello Goodbye Under the Starry Sky' to be Released July 10; Exhibition Planned at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi
Takahashi Shoten will release a commemorative book for photographer Shimpei Asai's 60th career anniversary, featuring photos and essays on the Showa era and the Beatles.
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Takahashi Shoten Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo; President: Mitsunari Shimizu) has announced that "Hello Goodbye Under the Starry Sky: Shimpei Asai" (written by Shimpei Asai) will be released at bookstores and online retailers nationwide on Friday, July 10, 2026.
In 2026, marking the 60th anniversary of the Beatles' visit to Japan, photographer and writer Shimpei Asai reflects on the "Showa" era from the 1960s to the 1990s through a collection of photographs and essays.
Mr. Asai made his professional debut in 1966, the year of the Beatles' first visit to Japan, with the photobook "Beatles Tokyo: 100 Hours of Romance." For the past 60 years, he has continued to capture the breath of the times, photographing music, culture, cities, and people with his unique sensitivity. This book is an anthology that combines numerous photographs capturing fleeting moments with his writings from that period, including his fateful encounter with the Beatles during his days as an unknown photographer, iconic Showa figures like Tamori, Kiyoshi Atsumi, and Juzo Itami, and travel memories from Tahiti, South Africa, and Mt. McKinley.
Pre-orders will start on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, on the Takahashi Shoten official EC site, Amazon, and other platforms.
"60th Anniversary of the Beatles' Visit to Japan: Shimpei Asai Exhibition" to be Held at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store in July
In celebration of the book's release, a photography exhibition will be held at the Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store in July 2026. The exhibition will feature historic moments from his debut work and representative pieces from his domestic and international photography activities. Events such as autograph sessions are also planned.
■ Bibliographic Information
Title: Hello Goodbye Under the Starry Sky: Shimpei Asai
Author: Shimpei Asai
Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
Specifications: 280 pages, hardcover / Modified B6 size (122mm x 188mm)
ISBN: 978-4-471-01500-8
In 2026, marking the 60th anniversary of the Beatles' visit to Japan, photographer and writer Shimpei Asai reflects on the "Showa" era from the 1960s to the 1990s through a collection of photographs and essays.
Mr. Asai made his professional debut in 1966, the year of the Beatles' first visit to Japan, with the photobook "Beatles Tokyo: 100 Hours of Romance." For the past 60 years, he has continued to capture the breath of the times, photographing music, culture, cities, and people with his unique sensitivity. This book is an anthology that combines numerous photographs capturing fleeting moments with his writings from that period, including his fateful encounter with the Beatles during his days as an unknown photographer, iconic Showa figures like Tamori, Kiyoshi Atsumi, and Juzo Itami, and travel memories from Tahiti, South Africa, and Mt. McKinley.
Pre-orders will start on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, on the Takahashi Shoten official EC site, Amazon, and other platforms.
"60th Anniversary of the Beatles' Visit to Japan: Shimpei Asai Exhibition" to be Held at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store in July
In celebration of the book's release, a photography exhibition will be held at the Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store in July 2026. The exhibition will feature historic moments from his debut work and representative pieces from his domestic and international photography activities. Events such as autograph sessions are also planned.
■ Bibliographic Information
Title: Hello Goodbye Under the Starry Sky: Shimpei Asai
Author: Shimpei Asai
Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
Specifications: 280 pages, hardcover / Modified B6 size (122mm x 188mm)
ISBN: 978-4-471-01500-8
FAQ
Where can I buy Shimpei Asai's new book?
Starting July 10, 2026, it will be available at bookstores across Japan and online retailers like Amazon and the Takahashi Shoten official site.
What are the dates for the Shimpei Asai exhibition at Mitsukoshi?
It is confirmed for July 2026 at the Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store. Specific dates will be announced on the official website soon.
What is the book's retail price?
The price is 2,750 yen including tax.