Japanese Design Insights from 15 Masters

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Step into the world of Japanese design and discover the philosophies that shaped its timeless aesthetics! With exclusive interviews with 15 masters-including Kazumasa Nagai, a national treasure of Japanese design, Koga Hirano, the renowned book designer and hand-drawn typography master, Kenya Hara of MUJI, Takamasa Shirai of Idea magazine, and Manabu Mizuno, the "father of Kumamon"-this book uncovers the philosophies and inspirations behind their most iconic works. Going beyond a collection of conversations, it offers readers an immersive journey into Japanese aesthetics. From art museums and bookstores to hidden design landmarks, it serves as both a cultural guide and a source of creative inspiration. Blending design thinking with the spirit of light travel, this book invites you to see Japan's visual world through the eyes of its greatest designers-and to experience the subtle, powerful beauty of Japanese designs.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Hardback
ISBN13: 9789887154099
Published: April 2026

Number of pages: 252
Width: 178 mm
Height: 238 mm
Depth: 22 mm

Publisher: SendPoints Publishing Co., Ltd