Buy ODO YAKUZA TOKYO, the limited edition version
Finally…. it’s here! The book…. Over on BURN Magazine there’s a great interview by David Alan Harvey with me about the new book… and obviously you can buy it there. Please do so… it’s a beautiful object… and limited to only 500 numbered copies…
Below an excerpt from the introductory text:
In the hotel bar in Niigata, I’m only slowly starting to understand the extremely subtle social interaction that is continuously happening;
the micro-expressions on the faces, the gestures, the voices and intonations, the body language…As the bar is being evacuated to make room for the godfather having a coffee, everything seems to be strictly organized but at the same
time seems to come naturally: strange, I don’t need anyone to tell me what to do, where to sit, when to talk or when to shut up. It’s like
I literally feel the boundaries, the implicit expectations, and I’m slowly learning when I can move forward, and when to best hold back.Sitting at the table with a bodyguard looking straight through me, I drink my iced coffee. I’m feeling the acute sensation of walking on eggshells.
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So yes, I feel a little like I took a step forward… printed and bound exactly like I envisioned it, a limited edition of 500 copies, soft cover, Japanese paper,… in my eyes, it has it all.
I sold 8 out of 10 copies at LOOK3 festival a few days ago, and was humbled by the amazing response. To watch someone looking through your book is something that completes the circle for me…
So go ahead, buy a copy, you will not be disappointed… and you will be supporting me to continue my work. Shipping starts on July 1st. My first task, tomorrow, is going to Japan with 10 books as a gift to the family bosses. Presented to them by me and my brother Malik with a little ceremony.
Fingers crossed.
Oh, and by the way…. today is my birthday…. some lucky coincidence.
[ NOTE: as of July 21 2011, this limited edition is sold out. You can direct any enquiries about this limited edition to me directly.
There is a second edition of this book available; for more information and to buy the second edition, look here. ]
Jean-Pierre
June 17, 2011 at 22:27 //
Silence…..X
Carlo
June 18, 2011 at 22:38 //
Amazing Anton!
Congratulations!
Ordering right this moment.
eva
June 19, 2011 at 10:10 //
Fingers firmly crossed..
eva
June 19, 2011 at 21:39 //
World clock… Asia.. Tokyo.. it says 4:39 am..
anton
June 19, 2011 at 21:49 //
EVA
yes… i am super jetlagged… time feels strange to me now… but good to get some work done and reply to comments on BURN!
in a couple of hours I’ll be presenting the book…
hugs
a
Maarten
June 20, 2011 at 20:15 //
Congratulations!!!
(and ordered :-D)
anton
June 21, 2011 at 04:40 //
thanks maarten!
spread the word if you can… i need all the help i can get!!
cheers, a
david root
June 26, 2011 at 02:18 //
no you don’t ;)
can’t wait to see what’s in my mailbox july 1st +1-10…my 893 magazine has frayed edges.
anton
June 26, 2011 at 13:10 //
hey david,
glad you ordered…. thanks for the support! I hope the word gets out there about this book.. right now I’ve sold about 200 copies in just over 1 week… people tell me that is very very good (sold only online on BURN magazine and here, plus a few at LOOK3 and in Paris), but of course I’m hoping to be able to sell all 500!!
cheers,a
Maarten
July 6, 2011 at 14:03 //
I received the book yesterday. Amazing. Everything is just perfect. From the photos to the packaging and everything in between.
GEOrge Cramer
June 27, 2011 at 10:36 //
Hi Anton, just ordered your publication.
Amazing piece of art, love your photography and typography.
Being an art director myself you can imagine that this book is an absolute
MUST for me.
Great work!
Best, GEO
anton
June 27, 2011 at 10:40 //
hey GEO,
thanks for the kind words…. I’ll be starting shipping in a few days… you will NOT be disappointed!!
cheers,
anton
Pierre E
June 28, 2011 at 05:08 //
Hello Anton,
I’ve tried to order it yesterday but Paypal refused my card. I don’t know if it’s because it’s a French card, but I’m living in Taiwan, so maybe it thought it was suspect…
Is there any other way for me to order it?
Thanks in advance!
anton
June 28, 2011 at 18:11 //
Hi Pierre,
Unfortunately there is no other way for me than paypal/credit card (or personally meeting me)… not because there are no other options, but because it’s the only way for me to remain sane during the shipping,… with paypal i have everything in one place, easy to track easy to follow… if i do not pass through my shopping cart then huge complications rise afterwards…. sorry…. i wish I could help… a
Serge Van Cauwenbergh
July 5, 2011 at 11:11 //
My order arrived today. The book looks amazing!
anton
July 5, 2011 at 14:34 //
Great Serge… happy to hear that! Enjoy…
a
Jurgen van Tiggelen
July 6, 2011 at 19:50 //
Hi Anton.
Just received your book. It’s absolutely beautiful in every way!
Everyone should buy it as soon as possible..
Thank you,
Jurgen.
anton
July 6, 2011 at 20:12 //
MAARTEN, JURGEN,
Thanks guys… glad you like it! I hope the orders will keep coming like they have been up till now…
Cheers, a
Rudy
July 7, 2011 at 22:59 //
Hi Anton, received The Book this evening, handed to me by my concierge, and I knew I would not be disappointed.
#255/500 Cleared my low table top, sat down on a zafu cushion, and started browsing through.
I had already seen many of the photographs on your website (not the video), but this paper, the smell, the layout, typography, Ginryu’s calligraphy, cristal paper pages, all the shades of black, it’s a really beautiful book. I wish you the best distinctions for this work.
anton
July 9, 2011 at 20:44 //
RUDY, RYUICHI,
thank you for the kind words…. I’m glad you both like the book!
cheers, a
Carlo
July 8, 2011 at 20:04 //
@rudy
Very zen! With zafu and all.
Still waiting on mine. Hopefully today!
anton
July 9, 2011 at 20:44 //
CARLO,
I hope your copy will arrive soon too… fingers crossed and thank you for being patient….
cheers, a
Ryuichi
July 9, 2011 at 10:34 //
Hi
I just received 3 copies. Are great work. Is rare to see such great job like this.
My compliment.
Ryuichi
Kostas Argyris
July 11, 2011 at 11:46 //
Great work. Congratulations. I will buy the book as soon as possible.
Kostas Argyris
anton
July 11, 2011 at 12:29 //
Thanks Kostas, I appreciate it! Hope you’ll like it…
Cheers, a
Andrew V
July 12, 2011 at 21:20 //
Just arrived yesterday. A beautiful book! Thanks for all the work putting it together, congratulations to you.
scumkun
July 12, 2011 at 22:02 //
Just ordered mine, can’t wait to get this book in…great work man.
anton
July 14, 2011 at 09:09 //
thanks for the words…. hoping you’re gonna like te book…
cheers, a
Carlo
July 13, 2011 at 18:01 //
It arrived last night Anton!
I devoured it all without a moments hesitation!
Truly a great book, concept, story and execution!
Call me weird but even the smell!
Fresh of the print….inky, burnt smell.
It reminds me of records. They have that smell :)
It’s bigger than I thought….that’s a good thing for your work needs to be seen on a bigger scale.
Anton, congratulations once again for such an amazing work!
anton
July 14, 2011 at 09:11 //
CARLO, ANDREW,
great that you guys like it! means a lot to me….
cheers,a
Jeff Yip
July 19, 2011 at 05:26 //
I just received the book. From my brief time skimming through it, I can already see that it is just a beautiful book that is full of style and quality. Thank you Anton.
Cynthia
July 19, 2011 at 06:40 //
Do you still think there will be copies available in the first week of August?
anton
July 19, 2011 at 09:00 //
Dear Cynthia,
that will be a very close one… i am pretty sure the book will sell out before August… there are only a few copies left!
cheers, a
Carlo
July 21, 2011 at 17:49 //
SOLD OUT!!!!
jason
July 21, 2011 at 19:49 //
I knew I waited too long to order this. Any chance of reprints or a 2nd run?
anton
July 21, 2011 at 20:22 //
Jason,
sorry mate…
cheers, a
Peter
July 31, 2011 at 20:07 //
Hi anton will you be doing another run of this book? O only found out about it today! Please tell me you are!!! Waiting and hoping
Peter
Jocelyn Bain Hogg
August 1, 2011 at 02:06 //
Congratulations Anton on a really evocative and distinctive project. I’ve just seen some images in The Sunday Times mag here in the UK which prompted me to look at your work. Had I known sooner I would have grabbed a book! Anyway best of luck to you.
Sincerely
Jocelyn
Duncan Murdo Melville
August 1, 2011 at 11:37 //
Congratulations on this fantastic project. The images are something I am sure many people, including myself, have wanted an insight to ever since hearing about the ghostly stories of the Yakuza growing up. I have also just seen your images published in the Sunday Times Magazine and was sad to see that your book sold out so fast without getting a chance to order one for myself. Will there be a chance for I and any others to purchase a printed second edition?
Cheers.
Duncan.
Frank
August 17, 2011 at 19:19 //
I just wanted to add another post to say that I hope you can do a second run of the books as well.
anton
August 27, 2011 at 12:51 //
Frank,
noted… Although a second edition is not planned at this time, if it ever happens next year or the year after, I’ll keep you informed here on my site…
cheers,
anton
Paul Murray
August 31, 2011 at 10:54 //
I wonder if you intend to publish a 2nd edition? Looks fascinating
Paul
uzaigaijin
August 31, 2011 at 17:06 //
Congratulations for the soldout !
Can’t wait for a second edition.
Sean
August 31, 2011 at 18:04 //
Just seen some of your work on BBC’s website. I instantly loved and it and was then instantly gutted that the book has sold out!! I hope you run another print, I’ll definately get one.
Fung Wah Man
August 31, 2011 at 18:11 //
This is amazing.
Please do not limit edition and print a second run. You likely will not see a penny from people selling it on eBay or in auctions. With this quality, you should be able to get a good publicist, wider distribution and good interest in financing a second edition as you will be able to demonstrate what everyone is looking for before an investment – solid pent up demand. Plus I want a copy too!!!!
It is your good self who deserves the rewards for such a great body of work. Please go mass, go cheap and congratulations!!!!
Anke
August 31, 2011 at 19:06 //
Hello Anton,
I just found out about this book through the bbc article and wanted to congratulate you on those amazing pictures. And I’m also hoping for a second edition ;)
Cheers,
Anke
Andrew
August 31, 2011 at 19:22 //
Hi Anton,
Looks a fascinating book both in terms of photography and subject matter, I note that you seem unlikely to do a reprint or second run. That said could you possibly keep me posted if you do. I had an unexpected month in hospital so didn’t get round to ordering in time. That said i am thrilled that you have sold out. Many congratulations.
Andrew
Chris Overend
August 31, 2011 at 20:11 //
So very sad to have missed the opportunity to buy this, looking through your photographs reminds me to the core what it is about photography I love so. the ability to capture a moment. Congratulations, amazing stuff.
Chris
Jonathan Hawkins
August 31, 2011 at 21:02 //
I found your site after seing a link on the BBC website titled The Yakusa in Pictures. The book looks truly amazing, wish I had known earlier. Will there be another edition ? otherwise I will have to keep an eye open for a first edition being sold.
Great work
AnnaBella Scott
September 1, 2011 at 00:24 //
I dont want this book,I NEED IT!
It truly deserves a 2nd run.
Hope you come to Hong Kong one day and say Hi to the ’13k Syndicate’
AnnaBella
Ramon
September 1, 2011 at 00:35 //
I’ll add my name to the growing number of 2nd edition requesters. Congratulations on the imagery & the groundwork it took to develop the trust to capture it.
Simon
September 1, 2011 at 01:31 //
With myself only just starting out with photography, only doing a two year course in college going onto university this month, i find this book and what iv seen VERY inspiring. If im lucky enough to find any form of copy there will be no hesitation in buying it.
Great job
derek murphy
September 1, 2011 at 05:19 //
Hope a second edition is printed.
Looks amazing.
Chris Austrum
September 1, 2011 at 05:37 //
If there is a way to purchase a copy of this book I would be extremely interested. Please let me know.
Le Dang
September 1, 2011 at 12:01 //
I need to book one.
matt robinson
September 1, 2011 at 17:57 //
an amazing piece of work . i do hope you have a second edition . the story the mood the emotional content fantastic .
Lucas E Szymanowski
September 2, 2011 at 22:29 //
Consider me another addition to the list of folks asking for a means to buy a second run copy. Just came across your site today.
Would love a copy of the book!
Cheers
SC
September 2, 2011 at 23:29 //
Just another call for a second run. I’d love to have this!
Matthew Swan
September 4, 2011 at 19:59 //
I would very much echo the call for a second run. After hearing the book being featured on BBC Radio 4 last week, I should imagine there is an even greater demand now – such a shame it’s sold out!
Much respect for your work,
Matthew
Al Waller
September 5, 2011 at 15:03 //
As above, another call for second run. I’m very interested in purchasing a copy.
Raz Rauf
September 5, 2011 at 19:18 //
I am yet another British citizen who has just been notified of this wondrous piece of work through the BBC, and would also love to obtain a copy of it. First and foremost, I am very interested in how you gained access as I’ve always been interested in researching the Yakuza, but there’s been a lack of primary sources, which is understandable given the fact they’re meant to be secretive.
Anyway, if you do choose to publish a 2nd edition, please let us know, and I’ll definitely buy it from you.
Until then, keep up the good work!
Raz
Farez
September 6, 2011 at 16:18 //
This wonderful, artful, documentary deserves a wide audience. Please print more, and add my name to the list!
anton
September 6, 2011 at 18:24 //
ALL
Because of all the kind messages I have received over the last few weeks, I must confess that I’ve started to think about the feasability of doing a second edition of ODO YAKUZA TOKYO. I’m now looking into all the details and possibilities…. with the distribution of course – as always – being the hardest part. I’ll post more here very very soon!
cheers, and thanks all of you for your support…
anton
Henrique
September 7, 2011 at 06:03 //
Anton,
This sounds great to me.
I really like to buy your book and learn something more about the Yakuza.
Just one question: Is there anyway to buy the book here from Brazil? Would u please send it to me?! I can pay all the taxes they charge.
Just let me know if u r really thinkin’ about that Second Edition.
Congrats for the pics and the work I could read online! Keep Going!
Tessa
September 7, 2011 at 07:21 //
Beautiful… 2nd edition, please!
Henry
September 7, 2011 at 16:09 //
Hi
I really love your photo,and I would like to know the 2nd edition information. hope to see 2nd edition soon!
Kevin Yuwpno
September 7, 2011 at 17:36 //
hi anton , i really love your book and i want to buy it, can you help me to order it? im in indonesia.
thanks
Xavier P
September 8, 2011 at 09:53 //
Hi from Barcelona (Spain)
Im trying to find the book, looks great, but nothing until now, where can i buy it?
Thanks in advance
anton
September 8, 2011 at 10:10 //
hey Xavier,
The second edition is OUT NOW, check here… http://www.antonkusters.com/2011/09/07/the-2nd-edition-of-yakuza-i-heed-your-call
cheers,
anton
reyarnan
September 8, 2011 at 16:01 //
excelente trabajo my friend…
anton
September 9, 2011 at 09:40 //
thanks for the words reyarnan…
Alex
September 10, 2011 at 05:12 //
Anton, I’m completely blown away by the subject as well as your imagery portraying it. Bravo! I have always been interested in the Yakuza, and this is a glimpse very rarely (if ever) seen into this fascinating subculture. I bought the book within 30 seconds of looking through your website. I hope I’m lucky enough to be amongst the 1st 250! Looking forward seeing it and to following your work!!
Marikuros
September 23, 2011 at 08:51 //
first of all, congratulations, your work is great, I loved.
I express my admiration and respect, and I imagine that achieving this work was not easy, and everything had to go for it.
desertion actually this great photographic work he has done will be rewarded
When the dollar is not too expensive to buy the photobook.
I confess that since childhood I have always had a great interest on the Yakuza, and this work has fascinated me yours
steve van cleemput
September 25, 2011 at 16:54 //
hey anton , ik zou graag een exemplaar kopen van uw laatste book(heb u gezien op de laatste show) hoe en waar kan ik er 1 bestellen ?
mvg Steve
anton
October 1, 2011 at 10:16 //
Dag Steve,
Hier kan je de tweede editie bestellen (sorry ik zoe je comment nu pas, was om eoa reden in de spam terechtgekomen!)
Buy the 2nd edition of the book ODO YAKUZA TOKYO | I heed your call
groetjes,
anton