Made in Japan - In the name of contemporary Japanese graphics

A “Made in Japan” product is in itself a promise of quality. And this fame is not at all exaggerated, if you think about the clarity, order and precision of Japanese design, known for clean and minimalist lines.

The graphic representation of minimalism evolves with the cultural transformations of a country and the historical background provides a unique context here: the culture of Japan has always been at the forefront in establishing a “national” identity in the field of design and graphics, managing to spontaneously and fruitfully merge its tradition - art and philosophy... - with the most authentically contemporary spirit. Thus, for example, the art of organizing and simplifying information in a limited space, already evident in the pictorial works of the ancient Rinpa and Kanō schools, is recovered and relived in the works of contemporary designers.

40 of them are presented in this book, which shows how variety can be largely guaranteed even in the context of the strong influence exerted by a common culture.

Characteristics

• Size: 21.6 × 28cm
• 240 pages

• Hardback with dust jacket