Tetsu Sawaki, born in 1982, is a Japanese photographer known for his evocative and delicate style. His artistic work focuses on capturing the atmosphere (in Japanese, *kūki*) of a place or a moment, rather than the subject itself. His images, often characterized by soft light, muted colors, and a fine grain, explore themes such as memory, everyday life, and the ephemeral nature of existence. He has published several notable photobooks, including *Shibui* and *On the Corner*, which have solidified his reputation on the international scene. His work has been widely recognized, and in 2017, he was awarded the prestigious Higashikawa Prize in the New Photographer category, one of Japan's most important photography awards. Today, Sawaki is considered one of the most original voices in contemporary Japanese photography, appreciated for his poetic sensibility and stylistic consistency.