Eight unmissable things to see at the Hong Kong International Photo Festival

The Hong Kong Photo Festival’s flagship exhibition sees stunning monochrome images originally published in legendary Japanese photography magazine Provoke displayed for the first time in 50 years. The publication only existed from 1970-71 and garnered renown for its images that subverted the traditional aesthetics of photography at the time – one of the most striking works on show is this Hosoe Eikoh semi-nude portrait. Oct 26-Dec 2. Daily 12pm-8pm. L0-L1 Gallery, JCCAC, 30 Pak Tin Street, Shek Kip Mei.

Another artist highlighted at the flagship exhibition is documentary photographer Takashi Hamaguchi, whose portfolio features much political imagery, including this dramatic shot here. Hamaguchi captured this protest where farmers and students were seeking to halt the development of Tokyo’s Narita Airport and the demolition of nearby villages. Oct 26-Dec 2. Daily 12pm-8pm. L0-L1 Gallery, JCCAC, 30 Pak Tin Street, Shek Kip Mei.

Also showcased at the Provoke the Age exhibition is the work of legendary Japanese photographer Daido Moriyama. Moriyama published a series of photographs titled Akushidento (Accident), in which he recreated photographs of accidents and traumatic events, questioning the true definition of is a documentary work. Oct 26-Dec 2. Daily 12pm-8pm. L0-L1 Gallery, JCCAC, 30 Pak Tin Street, Shek Kip Mei.

The second major exhibition presented at the Hong Kong Photo Festival is a solo show dedicated to the late Takuma Nakahira. An important yet underrated figure in Japanese photography, his experimental works – in his trademark rough, blury and out of focus style – helped revolutionise post-war Japanese photography and influenced countless artists. Nakahira eventually destroyed most of his photographs in 1973, so this showcase is a rare opportunity to see the enigmatic artist’s surviving works. Nov 3-27, Daily 12pm-8pm. H Code, 45 Pottinger St, Central.

If you’re keen to explore beyond Japanese artists, try the group exhibition B/W Nostalgia held at Central Library, organised by a group of local photographers. The collection features the work of 26 artists and illustrates a diverse range of photographic and production techniques, from ‘straight’ printing to more unconventional methods like wet-plate photography and platinotypes. See how artists produced breathtaking images without the help of modern technology. Nov-23-27. Central Library, 66 Causeway Bay Rd, Causeway Bay.

Hong Kong photographer Chan Dick’s series Chai Wan Fire Station is a charming collection of photos capturing local firefighters’ everyday life from a bird’s eye view. This seminal series won Chan various awards in Hong Kong and in Japan. The man behind the lens and Onishi Hiroshi, founder of Tokyo-based Case Publishing, discuss their collaboration and offer tips for enthusiasts at this special talk. Nov 16, 7.30pm. Eslite Tsim Sha Tsui, 3 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui.

If you want to try your hand at film photography – or are just a fan of the genre – head over to the Classic Camera Fair where you can browse and take home vintage cameras, rare and modified models, re-launches of classic designs and everything in between. There are also accessories, film and photo book printing services available too. Nov 17-18, 11am-8pm. JCCAC, 30 Pak Tin Street, Shek Kip Mei.