Reiko Takahashi is a Japanese underwater photographer renowned for her captivating marine life imagery. Raised on Japan's Sanriku coast, she developed a deep connection to the sea from an early age. Transitioning from land to underwater photography over a decade ago, Reiko's work has garnered international acclaim, including the Grand Prize in the 2018 National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year competition. Through her lens, she aims to raise awareness about the beauty and fragility of the underwater world. ([sipacontest.com](https://sipacontest.com/profile/11346/reiko-takahashi?utm_source=openai))