The Pinnacle of Hair Creativity
The Long-Awaited Second Photography Collection by Yusuke Matsuyama
Five years after the publication of his acclaimed first book, hair, photographer Yusuke Matsuyama returns with a highly anticipated second collection.
Recognized as one of the leading photographers in the beauty industry, Matsuyama has captured countless award-winning works, including Grand Prix-winning entries at the Japan Hairdressing Awards (JHA)—the industry's most prestigious hair photography competition. His distinctive visual style has earned the trust of Japan's top hairstylists and creative professionals, making him one of the most sought-after photographers in the field.
This new volume is a culmination of five years of creative work, featuring a carefully curated selection of hair creations and portraits personally chosen by Matsuyama himself.
With approximately 80 exceptional hair photographs, this book is an indispensable source of inspiration and a true bible for hair professionals and creative artists.
About the Photographer
Yusuke Matsuyama
Born in Nagano, Japan, Yusuke Matsuyama graduated from Aichi University and the Department of Photography at Tokyo Visual Arts. After joining Shueisha Studio in 2006, he began working in advertising and portrait photography before joining chiyoda-studio, where he is currently based.
Widely respected by leading hair salons and hairstylists throughout Japan, Matsuyama has established himself as one of the foremost photographers in hair creative photography. His work has contributed to numerous award-winning entries at the Japan Hairdressing Awards (JHA) as well as many other prestigious photography competitions.
Featured Works
- 111 photographs
- 100 creative projects
- 81 hairstylists
- 75 salons
The book showcases works created in collaboration with 81 leading hairstylists from 75 salons across Japan, presented in alphabetical order by salon name.
Among the featured salons are:
- Akaribashi Bisho
- Amity
- Baletta
- Bianca / padme
- Blic mt hair make
- Botanica
- Brillant
- broche
- CATENA
- CHARLES DESSIN
- CLICQUOT
- Cocoon
- cotie
- coyen
- cyan
- Dayt.
- D.C.T.
- Debut
- Double
- Double & SONS
- early
- Edge
- eto
- FAVOR
- FELIZA
- FLAP
- Hair Moija
- hair design PAUL
- hanamori terara
- Hank.
- HEAVENS
- HOLIDAYS
- idea
- jurk
- kakimoto arms
- k.e.y.
- LECO
- LiLi
- LIPPS
- MarVeLous
- mirror
- N
- NEUF
- niko hair
- NOMA
- NUMBER NINE
- ONTHE
- OORRY.
- PARK. / Salon87
- Praha
- QUQU
- rapt
- rite
- RoLLy hair design
- Rougy
- saco
- Seis
- SHISEIDO
- siika NIKAI
- SLOW FLOW
- STRAMA
- SYAN
- TALISE
- TAYA
- tender
- THE REMMY
- TLACE.
- TOH
- TONI&GUY JAPAN
- trico ultra beam
- UB
- UNI
- utuwa
- uvrir
- vetica
Featuring collaborations with many of Japan's most influential hairstylists, this collection captures the cutting edge of contemporary hair creativity and serves as an essential reference for professionals seeking excellence in hair design and photography.