Japanese Graphic Design
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In the years 1920 and 1930, Japan exploded literally a new form of graphic design, the daughter of a very important social change …
Tales of Series toys
The heroes from the “Tales” games are deformed into miniature toy figures which are being released in Japan towards the end of November 2011. via Buzzaurus.
Designed QR codes: the next level
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Say what you will about QR (Quick Response) codes: they are just a fad, they will be forgotten once augmented reality takes hold or they’re just an extra step in inputting a URL but they are here and people are enjoying using them, so make the most of them!
QR codes, if you haven’t heard of them or clicked the link above to see the whole explanation, are scanned via a reader application (usually on your smart phone) that will take you to a video or web page.
Cute Robot Seals Comforts Elderly Tsunami Survivors in Japan
Satsuko Yatsuzaka (84) holds a therapeutic robot named Paro at the Suisyoen retirement home. (Reuters)
It’s cuddly, cute and responds to your affection. Following a two-month evacuation from their home, residents are embracing a small white robotic seal. Reuters reports that the furry friends are being treated as pets by the residents, many of whom are dealing with memories of the quake. The residents currently have two Paro seals, which they’ve named “Love” and “Peace.”
Animals are often used for therapy for the elderly, and aside from its anti-bacterial coat the seals give the elderly residents the same companionship that a pet gives.
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Randoseru, Japanese Schoolchildren Backpack Unboxing
A randoseru is a firm-sided backpack made of stitched firm leather or leather-like synthetic material, most commonly used in Japan by elementary schoolchildren. It measures roughly 30 cm high by 23 cm wide by 18 cm deep, and features a softer grade of leather or material on those surfaces which touch the body. When empty, the average randoseru weighs approximately 1.2 kilograms (about 2½ pounds avoirdupois). The term randoseru is a borrowed word from the Dutch “ransel” meaning “backpack”, a clue to its origins nearly 200 years ago as used in the Netherlands.
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Akutou – Illustrator, Tee Designer & Vector Artist
I am watching hundreds of artists and illustrators over at deviantART, but one of my favourites has to be Akutou! A french illustrator and vector artist whose style is incredibly influential.
In his work you can see how Japan influences his style, showcasing a stunning illustration from one of my favourite cult movies Battle Royale (Batoru Rowalaru) and Chiaki Kuriyama as Gogo Yubari from another cult classic Kill Bill Vol. 1. Continue reading »
Studio Ghibli, 25 Years Of Creative Inspiration
Studio Ghibli is one of Japan’s most pristine animation studios which was founded by the legendary Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata. Creating stunning visuals and character design Studio Ghibli using free hand and digital paint.
Hayao Miyazaki is quoted to say “hand drawing on paper is the fundamental of animation” and decided not to use CGI (Computer Generated Imagery) for most of the famous title “Princess Mononoke”, but was forced to due to meeting strict deadlines.I have always been a huge fan of traditional art involving no computer assistance and Hayao Miyazaki thought the same with shutting down operations of their computer animation department before the production of “Ponyo”
Today I will take you back to 1985 to present, showcasing work from the major Studio Ghibli releases which will take most us back to our childhood! Also please let us know which your Continue reading »
Help Japan !
To help Japan and support victims from the recent earthquake, many designers have been launching limited editions. (You can purchase it at Colette.) Continue reading »
20 Inspirational Japanese Conceptual Illustrations
I get alot of creative inspiration from the Japanese culture and I have hand picked twenty very inspirational conceptual illustrations done by some very talented artists .
The majority of the music and film I enjoy to is heavly influenced by japan, which includes the works of Studio Ghibli and Makoto Shinkai which many artists get their inspiration.
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Photo of the Day: Ship swept away in tsunami remains in debris-covered residential area in Japan
In this combo of two photos, a ship swept away by tsunami sits amid debris-covered residential area March 12, 2011, left, while the ship stays in the same position in the area getting cleaned up June 3, 2011 in Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture, northeastern Japan. Japan marks three months since the March 11 earthquake and tsunami Saturday, June 11. (Kyodo News via AP) Click to zoom.
OffTheWall.TV: Time + Space – Mister Cartoon Pt. 1
Mister Cartoon talks about Japan’s tattoo history and how the new generation of Japanese youth are slowly changing the perception of getting tattooed.
Amazing Hand-Colored Photographs of Old Japan
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These amazing hand-colored photographs of old Japan give us a history lesson about what life was like in the late 1800′s to early 1900′s. As an isolationist country opening its doors to the outside world for the first time in more than 200 years, a truly astounding transformation took place and, as fate would have it, photography had just been invented.
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