Made in Japan: Awe-inspiring Japanese Graphics

by Victionary

For many, Made in Japan is synonymous with quality the perfect marriage of aesthetic appeal and functionality. The intentions of the designer can be found in the slightest detail, but none are overworked, preferring spare elegance to busy excess. Mixing traditional art and philosophy with contemporary design to create a material and visual culture that blends seamlessly into their lives at home. With this strong national identity and focus on design, it is no wonder their creative output is admired and imitated throughout the world. Made in Japan highlights more than 40 creatives from different fields who exemplify this design character through their work in graphic design and branding, illustration, packaging, fashion, product and spatial design.

Genres: Design, Japan, Nonfiction, Art

256 pages, Paperback

Published June 15, 2018

About the author

viction:ary is the publishing brand of leading publisher viction workshop ltd, founded by Victor Cheung in 2001. Sitting at the heart of Asia, viction:ary books specialise in visual arts and design, and connect visions and inspirations from the West and the East. With focuses on graphic design, illustrations, fashion, architecture, product design and contemporary art projects, our radar observes global designs that essentially present strong, original concepts and graphical approaches. Through creative collaborations and innovations in publishing, we capture
what’s up and who’s next in the creative realm and propose multidimensional angles to rethink and review design.
Persistently pushing the boundaries, viction:ary’s commitment
to quality in editorial direction and book design is widely recognised by the industry and international media. With
heaps of successful publications under our belt, we continue
to give ourselves to elevate visual experiences and inspire readers inside and outside the industry, wherever they dwell in the world.

Reviews

[Cristina Di Matteo · Rating 5 out of 5]

MADE IN JAPAN Nel segno della grafica giapponese contemporanea è un’antologia di capolavori, espressione di un’arte ammirata ed emulata in tutto il mondo, che spazia attraverso gli ambiti più vari del design grafico nipponico. ❤ https://ilmondodichri.com/made-in-japan/

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[aqilahreads · Rating 4 out of 5]

really love looking at graphic art so this was very inspiring. always cant help but to truly admire the passion and hard work designers had to put in for their works.

[VvTired (Lauren) · Rating 2 out of 5]

All fine designs but just not all that interesting