Gian Carlo Calza Boeken

A comprehensive and beautifully illustrated study of traditional Japanese erotic art.

Highlighting the evolution of Japanese graphic design, this collection features iconic posters from significant events such as the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and the Osaka Expo. It showcases the creative journey from early designs to the Issey Miyake logo, reflecting the cultural and artistic shifts in Japan. Ken ya Hara, a prominent designer and founder of the Hara Design Institute, brings his expertise and vision to this curated exploration of visual identity and design aesthetics in Japan's modern history.

Japan Style, written by one of the world's most respected scholars of Japanese art and culture, is an authoritative and wide-ranging visual essay on the aesthetics of Japan.It serves as a unique handbook that aids an understanding of Japanese culture through its architecture, arts, crafts, cinema, and literature. It gives an insight into the essence of Japanese culture, identifying its specific qualities and characteristics from ukiyo-e to Tadao Ando. The author draws connections between art, religion, history, philosophy, and mythology, using the links to frame specific examples of Japanese cultural memes. The book features over 150 illustrations ranging from the traditional to thecontemporary. Japan Style is a perfect introduction to Japanese style and culture.