Okinawa Resort Wedding Photo & Video Contest 2024: Special Award (Nago Award) — Interview with Tokuto Akiyama

Photo & Video Contest 2024
Grand Prix Announcement!

 

Based on the results of votes from everyone and those of members of the Okinawa Resort Wedding Association
The “Okinawa Resort Wedding Photo & Video Contest 2024”
The Grand Prize and Runner-Up winners have been announced!

We received comments from the winners of the Contest.

 

Special Award (Nago Award)

Title: "SunSet ~Just Like That Day~"

Photographer: Tokuto Akiyama

I don't usually get to see such a vivid sunset like this, but thanks to the two of you, I was able to capture some wonderful sunset photos that day.

Category: Photography Category

Affiliation: Member of the Okinawa Resort Wedding Association

Location (City/Town/Village): Nago City

Location: Aines Villa Nozze in Kanucha Bay ~Grand Bleu Chapel~

 

Interview with Tokuto Akiyama

Acceptance Speech

Thank you very much for this prestigious award. I owe this honor to the trust of the bride and groom, the cooperation of my team, and, above all, the “power of the moment.” Thank you so much.

 

About the Award-Winning Works

For this shot, I focused on capturing the couple’s natural rapport and the atmosphere around them as the light changed dramatically. I’m so happy that I was able to capture that brief moment just before sunset, when the gradations in the sky and their silhouettes overlapped. 

 

What Led Me to Become a Photographer and Videographer

It all started when I took up photography as a hobby and realized I wanted to learn more and improve my skills.

 

Future Activities

I am deeply honored to have received this prestigious award. I look forward to continuing to capture the precious moments of brides and grooms with all my heart and to documenting even more happy moments. I will continue to hone my skills and strive to beautifully preserve everyone’s special day.