A Conversation with Mitsutaka Tsuryu, Where He Discovers Calm in Urban Noise

BY Sylvester September 17, 2025

Mitsutaka Tsuryu | European Photography Awards

Mitsutaka Tsuryu

For Mitsutaka Tsuryu, photography is a way to preserve fragile fragments of time amidst the energy of city life. His images invite viewers to pause, reflect, and experience calmness within urban landscapes.

I am drawn to the quiet moments hidden within urban life. What first inspired me was the way light and shadow transform ordinary streets into something timeless. My journey in photography has been about learning to see simplicity and silence in the midst of noise, and I feel it is still only the beginning.

The winning work was born from a fleeting moment of light in the city, a scene most people might pass by. Winning this award encourages me to continue searching for those unnoticed fragments of beauty that define my vision.

I choose images that remain strong even after time has passed—works that still speak to me with clarity and simplicity long after I captured them.

The desire to preserve quiet, delicate moments that would otherwise disappear. Photography became a way to hold onto those fragments of time.

Minimalist and urban black-and-white photography. I love how stripping away colour allows silence, light, and structure to speak more strongly.

My preference is for a lightweight, responsive camera that allows me to move unnoticed and capture fleeting light instantly. The tool matters less than the ability to stay connected to the moment.

I hope they feel a sense of calm, as if they have discovered silence hidden inside the city’s noise.

Balancing the presence of people with the quiet atmosphere—making sure the image holds both life and stillness at once.

I am most inspired by light and shadow in the city—how they transform ordinary spaces into something timeless and silent.

Beyond photography itself, I am influenced by literature, architecture, and the rhythm of everyday life. These shape the way I see and frame the world.

Competitions are not the end of the journey but small lights along the path. Stay true to your own vision—authentic work always speaks louder than trends.

Ask yourself not only how to take a photograph, but why. Purpose gives meaning to every frame.

Editing is a quiet extension of seeing. I use it not to transform the scene but to refine the silence and clarity that were already there.

AI will expand what is possible, but the soul of an image will always come from human perception and intention. Technology can assist, but meaning remains human.

I would seek out unnamed, unnoticed scenes—places that carry silence and light but have yet to be discovered.

Winning Entries

The City Remembers

Anonymous traces quietly remain in the city. A pillar layered with stickers holds silent marks...

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Silent Friction

Amid a wall of commercial noise, a single umbrella interrupts the rhythm. It is not...

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Unseen presence

Through the city's hard lines, a white hood drifts alone. Not child, not adult just...

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Time Belongs To Her

A solitary figure walks along the lines of the architecture. Not against them, nor in...

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A Conversation with Mitsutaka Tsuryu, Where He Discovers Calm in Urban Noise

Mitsutaka Tsuryu

Winning Entries

The City Remembers

Silent Friction

Unseen presence

Time Belongs To Her

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A Conversation with Mitsutaka Tsuryu, Where He Discovers Calm in Urban Noise

Mitsutaka Tsuryu

1 Congratulations on winning in the European Photography Awards! Can you share a little about yourself, what inspired you to pursue photography, and how has your journey evolved since your first shot?

2 Can you share the story or inspiration behind your award-winning piece? How does winning this award make you feel about your journey in photography?

3 How do you decide which photo to submit for a competition?

4 What first made you pick up a camera?

5 What’s your favorite type of photography, and why do you love it?

6 What’s your go-to camera setup, and why does it work best for your projects? What’s your favorite feature?

7 If someone looked at your work, what’s the one thing you’d want them to feel?

8 What was the most challenging part of capturing your winning shot?

9 Is there a specific place or subject that inspires you the most?

10 Who or what has been your biggest influence in photography?

11 What message would you share to inspire photographers to participate in photography awards, and what advice would you give to help them excel in the competition?

12 What’s one piece of advice for someone just starting in photography?

13 What role do editing and post-processing play in your creative workflow?

14 How do you see technology, like AI, influencing the future of photography and your own approach?

15 If you could photograph anything or anyone in the world, what would it be?

Winning Entries

The City Remembers

Silent Friction

Unseen presence

Time Belongs To Her

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IAA GLOBAL AWARDS

MUSE Awards

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NYX Awards

TITAN Awards

NY Awards

LIT Awards

Noble Awards

Arte Collection

Lumis Collaborations