久保田写真館 高野山 to F. M. Trautz *

久保田写真館 高野山 to F. M. Trautz

久保田写真館 (Kubota Photo Studio) in Koyasan, Wakayama, was a renowned photography studio with a rich history. Founded by Norimatsu Kubota, the studio was known for its high-quality work and artistic approach to photography. It became a well-respected establishment, serving both locals and visitors to Koyasan.

The studio's legacy took a tragic turn when Norimatsu's son, Koichi Kubota (久保田耕治), was born in 1935. Little did Norimatsu know at the time that his son would later become a victim of a shocking crime. In 2006, at the age of 71, Koichi Kubota was tragically murdered at the studio by a high school student. This event deeply impacted the community and left a profound mark on the history of the Kubota family and their photography studio in Koyasan.