Japanese Design

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, Kōga 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.