
Daidō Moriyama
Awards & Honours
6
Awards Won
3
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
2
Records
Daidō Moriyama's achievements stand as a testament to a lifetime of relentless creativity and artistic integrity. With over 150 photobooks to his name, he holds a unique distinction in the industry for his sheer volume of published work. His influence extends far beyond Japan, reshaping the global understanding of street photography and challenging the very definition of the medium.Winning the Hasselblad Award, often called the "Oscar of Photography," places him among the elite ranks of photographic masters. His work has been acquired by major museums worldwide, ensuring his legacy is preserved in the world's most important cultural institutions. The consistency of his output over nearly seven decades demonstrates a dedication that few artists can match.

Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette
Recognized for contributions to the arts and culture.
Honorary Doctorate
Awarded for significant contributions to photography and visual arts.
Honorary Degree
Recognized for international impact on contemporary photography.
Rankings & Lists
100 Most Influential People in the World
Greatest Photographers of All Time
Magazine Covers
Aperture
Winter 2012
New York 1971 Special Issue
Wallpaper*
2012
Masters of Street Photography
Records & Feats
Most Photobooks Published
Over 150 photobooks published since 1961, a record for a single photographer's sustained output.
Youngest Co-founder of Provoke
Co-founded the influential magazine Provoke at age 30, revolutionizing Japanese photography.