YUSUKE ABE

Born in 1981 in Sapporo and based in Hokkaido. I previously worked in planning and graphic design at a major retail company.

In my mid-thirties, I came to appreciate the magnificence of Hokkaido’s nature. I taught myself photography and began working as a nature photographer, with Hokkaido as my theme.

At 40, I left my corporate job and now work as a freelancer, creating work centered on landscapes and wildlife.

Alongside providing photographs and video to companies and local governments, I work as a photography instructor, photo guide and speaker.

Through photography, I share the appeal of the region, and strive to contribute to local development and to promote and spread photographic culture.