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Faceless workers and a tsunami of Post-it notes: the surreal world of Japan’s salarymen – in pictures

In his photographic series Ganbatte, Copenhagen-based Argentinian visual artist Jairo Alvarez explores the juxtaposition and harmony between Japan’s relentless work culture and its traditions, connection to nature and faith. The exhibition features as part of the Head On photo festival 2026 on the Bondi beach promenade from 6 to 29 November Stars and scars: the art of Atong Atem at the NGV – in…

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    Faceless workers and a tsunami of Post-it notes: the surreal world of Japan’s salarymen – in pictures (opens The Guardian in a new tab)

    In his photographic series Ganbatte, Copenhagen-based Argentinian visual artist Jairo Alvarez explores the juxtaposition and harmony between Japan’s relentless work culture and its traditions, connection to nature and faith. The exhibition features as part of…

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