Japanese Graphics Now!
Art Book Review
It is without question that the Japanese have an appealing visual treatment towards graphic design. Even their packaging for dried noodles are enticing. This book gives a good sampling of some of the best Japanese design — letterhead, web design, packaging, poster design, even TV ads (on the included DVD). There is something in here for every student of design and anyone fascinated by Japanese culture. Just looking through the book fills you with ideas and gets your mind going places towards 'thinking out of the box'.
Hundreds of pages of detail and wonderful pictures provide something for everyone, but mostly, what you get here is a look inside a different culture, with their own notions about negative space and color usage. It's an eye opening experience, needing a permanent place in your art library.
Reviewed by Brian Cirulnick, September 2004
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