Japanese Photo Book, No Women Allowed: Bosozoku, Vintage Bikes, 1980s Japan

Description: Japanese Photo Book, No Women Allowed: Bosozoku, Vintage Bikes, 1980s Japan Description Publisher: Million Publishing Published: 1992 Format: Softcover Pages: 178 Size: 213 × 293 × 15 mm This rare photo book, No Women Allowed: Bosozoku, Vintage Bikes, 1980s Japan, published by Million Publishing in 1992, offers a vivid glimpse into the rebellious bosozoku (motorcycle gang) culture. This second printing compiles photographs and texts originally featured in Teens Road, a magazine that ran from 1989 to 1992, focusing primarily on female-led gangs known as "Ladies." The book documents various bosozoku groups with captivating photos of gatherings and interviews with former members reminiscing about their glory days. A highlight of the book is the section titled “Back Then, We Were All Fired Up,” featuring powerful imagery and commentary by Hiroshi Kinoshita, a photographer mentored by Shunji Okura. Kinoshita, renowned for his earlier work Specter 1974-1978, reflects on the unique energy of the 1970s scene. This book is more than a visual collection of flamboyant uniforms (tokkōfuku) and customized motorcycles; it serves as a crucial archive of a vanishing subculture. With a blend of humor and intensity, it captures the fleeting spirit of Japan’s youth and their fascination with speed and rebellion. It remains an essential resource for enthusiasts of Japanese subcultures, vintage bikes, and 1980s youth movements. Shipping We kindly ask all customers to allow **5 to 10 days** for us to ship the item from Japan. In some cases, we may be able to ship it sooner. You can choose Expedited Shipping for an additional charge, depending on the item. Economy Shipping (Japan Post Air Mail): Takes about 1-2 weeks + handling time. No tracking available. Standard Shipping (Japan Post Air Mail): Takes about 1-2 weeks + handling time. Includes tracking. Expedited Shipping (FedEx or DHL): Takes about 1-4 days + handling time. Includes tracking. Payment We only accept eBay prescribed payment methods. If you are an auction winner or an offeror, please pay within three days. Returns You can return the items if they are defective (within 30 days free returns). We will not be able to accept any exchanges or returns because of the customers' personal preferences. International Buyers - Please Note: Import duties and taxes are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Before placing a bid or making a purchase, kindly check with your country's customs office to determine any potential additional charges. Additionally, if your delivery address is in a remote area, FedEx or DHL may apply extra fees. In such cases, an additional charge of $15 to $20 may be requested to cover these costs. Important Notice for Book Buyers Please note that this book is also being sold in a physical store. Due to system limitations, real-time updates on the stock status may not be possible. As a result, the book might be listed as available online, but could be out of stock. In such cases, we will issue a full refund. We appreciate your understanding.

Price: 189.5 USD

Location: Yokohama

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