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Japanese - Hamada

By OM Film Lab

Japanese - Hamada

Hideaki Hamada is a renowned Japanese photographer known for a signature style that feels airy, nostalgic, and emotionally resonant. His look is often the gold standard for what is termed the "Japanese Tone." This recipe aims to capture the essence of Hamada's style, which is characterized by soft highlights, gentle shadows, and a warm color palette that evokes a sense of timelessness and emotional depth.

The Recipe

Enter these on your camera, then save to a custom mode.

Global Settings

Dial Mode

Natural/Standard

Highlight

+3

Shadow

+2

Midtone

0

White Balance

Auto

A↔B Shift

0

G↔M Shift

0

Noise Filter

Standard

Keep Warm Color

Yes

Mode Settings (Natural/Standard)

Picture Mode

Portrait

Gradation

High Key

Saturation

-1

Contrast

-1

Sharpness

-1

Clarity

0

Camera compatibility

All Olympus and OM System bodies with the required dial mode.

Sample images

Best for

PortraitsEveryday Moments

Tags

Japanese StyleSkin Portrait

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