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| "T1": junk , Thomas guide collage & ink |
I thought the original needed help?
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| "T2" same _ digital filters |
So I played with filters in Photoshop.
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| "T3": same, different filters |
I don't think any if the three are successful,
But, I learned what I don't like.
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Unmanned Produce
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| all photos by Akihiro Yoshida |
Exploring the Japanese countryside, and even suburban areas of major cities, you might come across produce stands stocked with fruits, vegetables and fresh-cut flowers. With a price list and just a small box to drop money, these stands are literally built on trust and are a symbol of tight-knit community. And as Japan’s distribution systems become more and more advanced, these stands, known as mujin hanbaijo, are being increasingly seen as a solution to cutting food loss, as well as means of delivering fresh and local produce to the community.
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| The steep slope of the roof keeps snow and fallen leaves from accumulating and in the summer months serves as a sort of chimney, allowing the heat inside to be vented out |
A confluence of ideas around sustainability, fresh foods and local
produce have created a renewed interest in roadside vegetable stands,
“a mechanism to promote distribution of cheap, fresh produce by
supporting direct sales from farmer to consumer, to prevent food loss
and revitalize local economies”
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After hours, the standing chalkboard sign becomes a door, literally closing up shop. |
Built on trust alone,
these stands, known as mujin hanbaijo, are being increasingly seen as a
solution to cutting food loss, as well as means of delivering fresh and
local produce to the community.
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| Flame-colored Yanager |
Thanks for coming by today.
4 comments:
These Japanese produce stands are not only a good idea they are also beautifully designed - could I say they are stylish? In Austria we use this word.
Here this idea is also spreading. You can find more and more sales booths (don't know if this is the right word) or huts over the country where you can buy some things produced by the owner and some neighbors. Only this afternoon I bought some fresh eggs and handmade cookies. There is a book where you write down your name, what you took and how much you payed. The money comes into an open litte basket. It was also offered butter, milk and other dairies (in a fridge of course), honey, jam, potatoes, homemade pasta and some fresh vegetables and fruits. Each Friday there is fresh bread. And best of it, they are open all day and night.
Thanks for this good news again.
Thanks, Elenor! Yes, stylish indeed. I agree, I think it is wonderful that they are giving us access to fresh produce and staples. I read a Japanese newspaper because I love their sense of deign, that's why I often feature them.
You have done it again. Love the step-by-step, too. :-)
Thanks John. You are so kind to comment.
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