A visual journey through the neon nights and retro-futurism of modern Japan.

CITY POP is a striking, 60-page A4 zine that invites the reader into the energetic nightlife, vibrant subcultures, and quintessential City Pop aesthetic of Reiwa Japan. Photographer James Suarez chronicles a six-year journey (2019-2025), primarily across Tokyo and Osaka, to capture the atmosphere that defines this beloved genre.

Key Features:

• Each spread pulses with the deep blacks and electric neon hues that define the City Pop mood. The zine features a blend of film photography for its unmistakable texture and warmth, supplemented by select high-impact digital shots.

• The zine utilizes a full-bleed, A4 format to maximize visual impact, allowing the dark, cinematic images to completely fill the page and draw you into the scene.

• This zine is more than a collection of photos—it is a visual narrative of James’ personal journey, exploring the beauty and chaos found after dark in some of Japan's most dynamic cities.

Format: A4 Size (210 x 297 mm)

Pages: 60 pages (including front and back cover)

Photographer: James Suarez

Experience the pulse of the Japanese night—add CITYPOP to your collection.