Japanese Design Since 1945: A Complete Sourcebook /anglais

by POLLOCK NAOMI/KANAI

A comprehensive exploration of Japanese designers, craftspeople, manufacturers, and technologies that have influenced modern design. Japanese design, deeply rooted in traditional craftsmanship, material mastery, and functional commitment, produces everyday items that are visually appealing, comfortable to use, and highly functional. Despite widespread mass manufacturing and Western influences post-WWII, Japan maintained these core values, resulting in enduring, beautiful, and innovative objects. Beyond renowned designs like the Kikkoman bottle and Sori Yanagi's stool, Japanese creations from the past seven decades captivate and inspire. Contemporary designers such as Naoto Fukasawa, nendo, and Tokujin Yoshioka are pushing boundaries, some eliminating objects entirely, others redefining what an object can be. Despite advanced robotic manufacturing, many appealing products are still crafted by hand in small workshops. This remarkable book offers the most extensive Japanese design overview to date, with over 70 creator profiles, interviews, iconic product spotlights, and essays by experts. Featuring hundreds of objects, it serves as a definitive reference for years to come.

Paperback

Published October 6, 2020

Reviews

[Grandpa Qing · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good overview of important Japanese designers