PIE COLLECTION 2014
Pretty Impressive Entertaining
Design
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Shop Image Graphics in Tokyo+ Size: 306 × 230mm Pages: 192p (Full color) Bound: Hardbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4454-3 Price: ¥9,800
About 90 unique shops and restaurants in Tokyo and their design-related works are precisely introduced in this book. Today, all design works such as shop interior, logo, plastic/paper bag, catalogue, flyer, furniture, utensils etc. can be the media for communication with customers. Therefore, attractive and conceptual shop designs are absolutely essential for successful shop operation. A plenty of examples for shop images in Tokyo are available in this book, and at the same time, they provide fresh ideas for professional designers and shop owners. Good things come in small packages; independently-operated cafés and small shops in some provincial cities far from Tokyo also attract many people recently. Some examples of this book are from such category as “Hot Local Design”. Readers don’t have to travel throughout Tok yo or Japan for seeking useful designs, but simply open the pages and find them there.
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Shop Image Graphics in NY
Shop Image Graphics in Scandinavia
Loosely grouped under three categories of food, fashion and living, this book introduces retailers who have successfully created unified images that extend from store interior to graphic communications.
This title introduces the interior and exterior designs, which must feel you warm and cozy. The world-famous brand, such as IVANAhelsinki, 10gruppen, artek, Svenskt Tenn and other various shops are featured.
306 x 230mm 192p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4256-3 ¥9,800
306 x 230mm 192p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4046-0 ¥9,800
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Eye-Catching Composition and Layout Inspirational examples of successful flyer design Size: 257 x 182mm Pages: 336p (304 in Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4476-5 Price: ¥3,800
Good page layout or page composition comes from the process of placing, arranging and rearranging text and graphics on the page. A good composition is one that is not only pleasing to look at but also effectively conveys the message of the text and graphics to the intended audience. This title is a collection of stunning flyer designs that will be great examples for designers to create a successful layout design. The contents are classified by materials so that designers can arrange the graphics accommodating to individual needs and conditions.
Service Business Graphics Ideas to convey the service contents and concepts
As the service business deals with an intangible product, it is important to convey the message effectively. From that point-of-view, this book collects successful service business graphics such as catalogs, leaflets, flyers and so on. 306 x 230mm 192p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4439-0 ¥9,800
Designs that Grab Women's Attention
Designs with Extra Ideas To Be a Proposal-
This book features outstanding advertising designs that targets women/girls and successfully grabs their interests. The contents are classified into business categories such as fashion, food and living.
This title introduces practical and ingenious advertisements, such as DM, and package designs that designers added a twist to fulfill clients’ requirement.
250 x 200mm 224p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4406-2 ¥5,800
300 x 224mm 176p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4399-7 ¥3,800
based Graphic Designer
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Design Trend Archive Vol. 4: Small Pamphlets
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Size: 285 x 220mm Pages: 160p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4475-8 Price: ¥3,800
The five series titles of Design Trend Archive strive to serve the business and creative needs of graphic-design professionals. Every issue provides world trend news in the design field, the creative whys and hows behind noteworthy projects, and tons of up-to-date works in the world. It is must-have journal for designers, art directors, design firms, illustrators, advertising agencies, photographers, students, and everyone involved in visual communication.
Design Trend Archive Vol. 3: Corporate Brochure
Design Trend Archive Vol. 2: DM
285 x 220mm 160p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4448-2
285 x 220mm 160p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4408-6
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Design Trend Archive Vol. 1: Catalog
Design Trend Archive Vol. 0: CI & Logo
285 x 220mm 160p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4379-9
285 x 220mm 160p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4350-8
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Layout Style Series: Men’s Style Size: 250 x 190mm Pages: 128p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4508-3 Price: ¥2,800
As the sixth title of Layout Style Series, this book showcases variety of layouts with manly/boyish/masculine designs. Not only the genre of fashion but also interior, culture, food magazines and brochures designs are featured. The contents are classified into 4 categories by image; Stylish & Casual, Powerful & POP, Mode & Cool and Maninish Design For Girls. To make the series fresh, the cover design is redesigned compared to the previous issues. This title will be a good reference for graphic designers especially who work for magazines, and students aiming to become a designer.
Layout Style Series: By Hand 250 x 190mm 120p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4373-7
Layout Style Series: Japan Style
250 x 190mm 120p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4240-2 ¥2,800
Layout Style Series: Natural Style ¥2,800
250 x 190mm 120p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4241-9
Layout Style Series: Cool & Stylish
250 x 190mm 120p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4064-4 ¥2,800
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Layout Style Series: Girly & Cute
250 x 190mm 120p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4063-7 ¥2,800
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Local Packaging Now
Best Package Designs of Local Products and Souvenirs Size: 210 x 148mm Pages: 384p (320 in Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4449-9 Price: 짜3,800
There are tons of souvenirs and special local products in each region throughout Japan. Recently their package designs are remarkably improving to be selected from those diverse choices. This book introduces highly-selected package designs of local souvenirs and products that have been a big hit. It will be a good reference for not only designers but also for people in tourism or local industries who are looking for new inspiration.
Hot Local Designers Profiles This book introduces around 120 designers and their works, such as package designs, pamphlets, ads, etc., for the branding of local products or for the promotion of regional tourism. This book will be a useful reference for local projects as well as for designers who are looking for fresh inspiration. 257 x 182mm 240p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4367-6 짜5,800
Hot Local Design This book introduces those successful advertisements and campaigns of local brands and governments, which design and graphic tools help to vitalize their products and services. This is a good reference to study alternative approach of marketing strategies for products and services. 306 x 230mm 232p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4325-6 짜14,000
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Logo Designs by Style Size: 250 x 200mm Pages: 232p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4383-6 Price: ¥5,800
As almost every industry uses logos in various works to increase their brand awareness, logo design is still a fundamental and important topic for graphic designers. In this book, almost 1,000 logos are included. The works are categorized by style and taste of the design to be easy for designers to use this title as a reference. It is an excellent idea source for the designers who use not only Japanese but also any kinds of Chinese character.
Nihongo-Logo “Nihongo” means Japanese language. This book collects around 1,000 Japanese logos of the products, shops, corporations, titles and more, designed with Hiragana & Katakana (both Japanese characters), Chinese characters and calligraphy. It is an excellent idea source for graphic designers. 250 x 200mm 232p (184 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4013-2 ¥5,800
Calligraphy and Handwriting Logo Designs In the modern world of digitalization, it is true that calligraphy and handwriting letters can evoke a feeling of warmth. This book features a variety of unique logo designs of Japanese calligraphy and handwriting, grouped by the industries. 250 x 200mm 232p (24 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4089-7 ¥5,800
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Design
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Too Cool to Throw Away
Stunning Designs of Flyers, Leaflets, Freesheets and more Size: 300 x 224mm Pages: 176p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4464-2 Price: ¥3,800
It is very regrettable when sales promotion tools such as flyers, leaflets, DMs, catalogs and freesheets that once consumers picked up are immediately thrown away by them. If you design sales promotion tools, they should be kept for long periods of time by the consumers and should increase the advertising effectiveness. This book introduces well-designed sales promotion tools that consumers will not throw away and feel that they want to keep at hand. The numerous examples will be an excellent reference not only for graphic designers but also for publicists and event promoters.
Advertising Design with Illustration In advertising design, illustration is used for multiple purposes: to make an impact, to explain clearly, to add warmth…etc. This book focuses on examples of advertising design that use illustrations effectively and successfully. 300 x 224mm 176p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4334-8 ¥3,800
Advertising Design by Season It is very important to evoke the sense of season in the advertising, direct mail, catalog and etc. This book features the excellent works which express the sense of season using layouts, parts, and colors. The color palettes for each season are also included. 300 x 224mm 176p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4179-5 ¥3,800
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Keisuke Unosawa Paper Folding Designs Size: 257 x 182mm Pages: 248p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4426-0 Price: 짜3,800
This is the first comprehensive collection of design works by Keisuke Unosawa, whose representative project is the wellknown pop-up greeting cards for The MOMA New York. His simple, stylish, and surprising designs are eye-catching and appealing to many people in the world. This book presents his commercial works as well as selected private works. The inclusive items are advertisements, greeting cards, logo designs, store displays, package designs, and more. All templates of his paper designs are available so that users can enjoy creating seasonal greeting cards or gift packages.
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More Designs of Paper Folding for POP-UP Samples and Templates for Cards and Crafts As the second edition, this title contains more familiar pop-up objects such as flowers, grass, bubbles and even animals with simple cutting, folding and gluing techniques. The 15 pop-up works by Miyuki Yoshida are held together by two screws for easy removing. All templates are available in attached DVD-ROM so readers can produce their own pop-up works. 192 x 160mm 15 POP-UP cards + 12p + DVD-ROM Hardbound 978-4-7562-4465-9 짜3,800
The Art of Paper Folding for POP-UP 30 removable sheets for greeting cards, ornaments, and more
30 pop-up sheets with abstract motifs held together by two screws which not only hold the book together but are also easily removable, offer a feast of useful pop-ups that can be used as greeting cards, hangings, decorations or whatever your heart desires. 192 x 160mm 30 POP-UP cards + 4p Hardbound 978-4-89444-686-1 짜3,800
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Design NEW
Applied Typography 24 This is the latest yearbook of the typography designs juried by Japan Typography Association. Select 378 works picked up from over 1,300 applicants are showcased in one volume. A great reference for all kinds of graphic designers and art directors.
297 x 210mm 272p (256 in Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4474-1 ¥12,000
Asian Creatives 150 Emerging Talents in Art, Design, Illustration and Photography
Designs and arts made in Asia or by Asian designers have become a dynamic and hugely exciting sphere of interest universally. This book introduces over 150 Asian creators who are expected to gain attention in the upcoming generation in the world. 257 x 186mm 320p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4438-3 ¥3,800
MJ Illustrations Book An exciting collection by 93 of Japanese newcomer illustrators. All of them are from the same illustration school run by Toru Minegishi, a Japanese popular illustrator. The illustrations are in gentle and heartwarming style following their teacher’s tone, which is a trend touch in Asia and which might bring a breath of fresh air in the West. 257 x 182mm 200p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4409-3 ¥2,800
Tadanori Yokoo: Complete Book Designs Tadanori Yokoo, born in 1936, is one of the most successful and internationally recognized graphic designers and artists in Japan. This book is the first and only collection which covers all of his book designs in past 55 years. In total, around 1,000 pieces are included. 245 x 188mm 520p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4281-5 ¥8,800
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Design
Successful Designs with Effective Naming Hot-selling product always has an appealing trade name and design. This title collects successful products that reflects their naming into their designs capably. This book would be a good reference to understand synergy between design and naming. 250 x 200mm 224p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4396-6 ¥5,800
Attractive Designs without Illustrations This book collects the tons of ideas which tell you how to design cool stuff using the letters, lines, squares, circles, color combination effect and etc. without any materials of photographs or illustrations. 306 x 230mm 192p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4358-4 ¥9,800
Girly & Cute Craphics The girly image has been having unfailing power with great impact these days, which attract a broad range of audience. This title features current advertisements, catalogues, posters, shop cards, direct mail and logos. Color palette will be included on the front page of each chapter. 306 x 230mm 200p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4313-3 ¥9,800
Graphic Explanation in Design In order to explain the characteristics and the structure of the products or service, “graphic explanation” is a very effective way. This book shows excellent designed samples which organize the information and succeeded to make them easily understood. 250 x 200mm 224p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4300-3 ¥5,800
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Design
Drawing and Handwriting Textures Ready-to-Use Frames and Background Patterns (with DVD-ROM)
This book is a clip art collection of softly-colored touch and heartwarming illustrations. Most are not concrete things but abstract patterns - such as stripes, dots, scratches, etc. so that users can turn them into whatever they like, and can apply them in their works. 257 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound + DVD-ROM 978-4-7562-4388-1 ¥2,400
Retro Designs of Japan Ready-to-Use Ornaments and Frames (with DVD-ROM)
This book is a collection of small motifs, lines and frames, which appeared on the print items in the period of Taisho and Showa (the early to mid 20th century) in Japan. The objects in this book are elegant and useful for those who would love to have retro and vintage flavor. 257 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound + DVD-ROM 978-4-7562-4335-5 ¥2,800
Paper & Cloth Ready-to-Use Background Patterns (with DVD-ROM)
This volume includes more than 300 paper and cloths patterns, such as antique paper, craft paper, notebook, label, tag and ribbon. The data format is JPEG and PNG, which are useful for both graphic and web designs. All images and some examples using these patterns are shown in the book. 257 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound + DVD-ROM 978-4-7562-4026-2 ¥2,800
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Japanese Paper & Cloth
Japanese Style Materials
Ready-to-Use Background Patterns (with DVD-ROM)
Ready-to-Use Objects, Lines, Frames and Background Patterns (with DVD-ROM)
This is a resource book including various materials of Japanese paper and cloth patterns, motifis and objects, all of which can be used for the design works with Japanese flavor.
This is a resource book of traditional Japanese motifs, paper, textiles and patterns which are re-designed to suit modern designs. Users can take them into their works when they need fresh, Asian inspiration.
257 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound + DVD-ROM 978-4-7562-4219-8 ¥2,800
150 x 148mm 176p (Full Color) Softbound + DVD-ROM 978-4-7562-4431-4 ¥2,000
Design
European Classical Ornaments and Frames
Paris Vintage Style Materials (with DVD-ROM)
(with CD-ROM)
Useful collection of European classical materials such as motifs, frames and typography, all of which are carefully selected for both private and professional use. 257 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound + CD-ROM 978-4-7562-4191-7 ¥2,800
Natural Style Materials Ready-to-Use Objects, Ornaments, and Background Patterns (with DVD-ROM)
All clip arts in this book are redesigned or collaged with using pieces of vintage papers as well as embroidery pattern papers, all of which were found in Paris. 257 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound + DVD-ROM 978-4-7562-4090-3 ¥2,800
Mix Collage Material Book (with CD-ROM)
Eco-friendly and organic designed products /stores are now in mode. This is a resource book of layout materials that will be useful for designs that give people natural and organic images.
Ready-to-Use materials of handmade style using pieces of paper, ribbons, buttons and patchwork quilts etc. Various DIY ideas for wrapping and crafting are also included.
257 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound + DVD-ROM 978-4-7562-4267-9 ¥2,800
210 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound + CD-ROM 978-4-7562-4052-1 ¥2,300
Traditional Colors in Italy
Traditional French Color Palette
This title expounds the traditional colors in Italy which drives not only from Renaissance arts and architectures but from modern designs. The latest CMYK and RGB information are also availbale.
Portraits of Marie Antoinette, art pieces of Jean Cocteau and ‘Le Petit Prince’ etc… more than 300 beautiful color palettes in France are introduced in this title.
210 x 148mm 200p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4360-7 ¥2,800
210 x 148mm 200p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4080-4 ¥2,800
The Traditional Colors of Japan
Traditional Japanese Color Palette
This book is a distinctive encyclopedia of Japanese traditional colors. This book presents 250 of Japanese colors of paintings, crafts, textiles and performing arts and explanation of their names and CMYK/RGB data.
This is a sister book of “The Traditional Colors of Japan”, and focuses on the beauty of Japanese traditional color combination. It explores the aesthetic of color combination in traditional Japanese art works.
210 x 148mm 192p (176 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4100-9 ¥2,800
210 x 148mm 192p (176 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4114-6 ¥2,800
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Design
Ornament and Initial Beauty of Graphic Design, 17-20th Century
This enthusiastic selection of typographic fonts and styles, from 17-20th century in Europe, traces the modern evolution of the printed letter. Also included are many magnificent examples of ornaments and decorations. This is a valuable reference book for graphic designers and students studying design. 265 x 190mm 362p (160 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4284-6 ¥3,800
Modern and Traditional Japanesque Designs by Style
Japanese-style designs are constantly evolving day by day, mixing tradition with modernity. This title showcases various samples such as Japanese traditional style package with girly taste, gorgeous po s ter decor ated wit h Japanese motif collages etc. 306 x 230mm 224p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4266-2 ¥14,000
Attractive Flyer Designs
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Strategic Graphic Designs for Direct Mail
The newspaper insert flyers are still one of the strong advertisements even though the internet advertising has grown recently. This book features tons of the examples of the flyers that use the colors effectively or well layouted.
This book introduces a lot of great designs of direct mails that has been successful to encourage the receiver to open or response the mails. You can analyze the tips how to design the direct mails effectively.
306 x 230mm 256p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4283-9 ¥12,000
306 x 230mm 192p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4228-0 ¥9,800
Promotional Tool Designs for Retails and Brands
More Graphic Simplicity
Value of goods and brands depends on how to appeal to the customers and how to sell at the retail stores. This book features a tons of graphic tools which is successful in promotion.
Concisely designed advertising that reflects a clear understanding of what elements are necessary and what elements are not, is effective for the visual communication between the designer and the viewer.
306 x 230mm 192p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4163-4 ¥9,800
306 x 230mm 192p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4076-7 ¥9,800
Design
60's Fashion Style
Tokyo Fashion Graphics
People may think of 60’s fashion as hippie or Mod fashions, but it is actually much more complicated and varied. Readers must reaffirm great tastes and spirit of 1960s and find ideas not only for their fashion but for graphic or textile designs.
This title presents up-to-theminute promotional tools used f o r J a p a n’s high -f a s hi o n brands. Focusing mainly on girls’ fashion in Tokyo, this book introduces visual tactics used in daily sales promotions and seasonal merchandising.
189 x 149mm 416p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4291-4 ¥2,400
306 x 230mm 192p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4142-9 ¥9,800
Portfolio Creation
New Eco-Style Graphics
This book introduces many portfolio examples of designers and creaters who gain a good reputation internationally. Some are designed specially for website while the others are for printed materials. Readers can discover new ideas in this title.
Focusing on successful graphic works for “eco” products and services as well as graphics using “eco” materials, this book shall be a “must” reference for the designers in need of a good idea for their next works.
257 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4072-9 ¥2,800
257 x 182mm 192p (184 in Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4057-6 ¥5,800
Corporate Brochure Designs
Take One for Free! Superior designs of flyers, leaflets, freepapers and more
Newest brochures and annual reports for enterprises from many countries are presented in this single volume. Such practical information as size, format, contents, and the design concept is also included.
With “Take One for Free” as the keyword, this book shows a variety of outstanding ad works succeed in attracting the target customers that they are compelled to pick them up.
306 x 230mm 224p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4051-4 ¥12,000
306 x 230mm 192p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4005-7 ¥9,800
Package Form and Design Encyclopedia of PaperFolding Designs (with CD-ROM)
New Encyclopedia of Paper-Folding Designs (with CD-ROM)
The 150 high quality paper packaging works are all created by the industry professionals. The template files are included in PDF files on the accompanied CD-ROM.
A special collection focusing on “folding” as a form of graphic expression. All works are introduced with flat schematics (on CD-ROM) of their prefolded forms as reference.
280 x 216mm 240p (Full Color) Softbound + CD-ROM 978-4-89444-591-8 ¥7,800
280 x 216mm 240p (160 in Color) Softbound + CD-ROM 978-4-89444-271-9 ¥7,800
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Art
Aubrey Beardsley
The Decadent Magician of the Light and the Darkness Size: 257 x 186mm Pages: 296p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4417-8 Price: ¥2,800
Despite of his very short life, Aubrey Beardsley produced a lot of remarkable works in the very last decade of 19th century. A rich selection, with more than 300 drawings, ranging from his blackand-white illustrations to the magazine cover designs of “Yellow Book” or “The Savoy” are vividly shown on this book by using latest printing high-technology. Correlation char t of people around Beardsley is also included for the better understanding of artistic trend in the end of 19th century.
William Morris: Father of Modern Design and Pattern Texitile, Book & Editorial Designs and More Size: 257 x 186mm Pages: 296p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4336-2 Price: ¥2,800
William Morris (1834-1896 ) was an English textile designer, artist, writer, and even a libertarian socialist. His flower patterns are well-known worldwide, but his other design works such as editorial and font design are also worth watching and appreciating. This book presents not only his textile patterns but also book design, font design, posters, stamps and various artworks including painting, all of which will become precious reference for designers as well as for art lovers.
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George Barbier: Master of Art Deco Fashion, Illustration and Graphic Design George Barbier (1882-1932) is one of the great French illustrators. He is famous for his elegant art deco works that were heavily influenced by orientalism and Parisian couture. This book is a perfect reference for both fashion and graphic designers as well as a beautiful gift for someone special. 257 x 182mm 296p (288 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4144-3 ¥2,800
George Barbier Postcard Book
Postcard Book of Animals in Fairy Tales
24 post cards and an essay about George Barbier in one book. Almost all illustrations are from the original book George Barbier: Master of Art Deco, however, 1 illustration is newly included.
This title presents 24 postcards with beautiful illustrations of adorable animals from Western Fairy Tales. Most illustrations were drawn in 19-20 century by renowned artists from UK, USA, Denmark, Czech and Russia.
160 x 120mm 16p + 24 Postcards (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4204-4 ¥1,380
160 x 120mm 16p + 24 Postcards (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4410-9 ¥1,380
Russian Children's Book Illustrations and Fairy Tales
Fantastical Illustrations of Faily Tales
Russian old children’s books are full of humorous animal characters and strange magical episodes. This book showcases 270 illustrations from those Russian children’s books.
This title presents beautiful illustrations from Western Fairy Tales of 19-20 century. They were illustrated by renowned artists of many countries, therefore, various drawing touches and styles can be seen in this collection.
257 x 186mm 296p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4293-8 ¥2,800
257 x 186mm 272p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4133-7 ¥2,800
Fairy Tales in Old Books
Icon of Europe
This book showcases illustrations and book designs from antique books in 19-20th century. All illustrations in this book are introduced with the original stories so that readers can recall their memories of childhood.
This title focuses on European myths and legends. Not only Greek and Romanian myths but also Nordic and Celtic legends, gothic horrors and fantasies with many icons in the last part of 19th century are featured.
257 x 182mm 282p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4277-8 ¥2,800
257 x 186mm 300p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4401-7 ¥2,800
Mythology, Legend, Fairy Tales
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Art
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HISUI SUGIURA
A Pioneer of Japanese Graphic Design Size: 257 x 182mm Pages: 224p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4389-8 Price: 짜2,800
Hisui Sugiura (1876-1965) was a key player of Japanese Commercial Art in the era of modernization. Along with cover designs of Mitsukoshi, private magazine published by Mitsukoshi Department Store to lead the fashion, he also took charge in Book Design, Poster Design and Graphic Pattern Design with adopting new trends of Wiener Secession and Art Deco. This book introduces most of Mitsukoshi cover designs as well as his great works of pattern designs. Some of his botanical paintings are also included. Readers can enjoy the beautiful art collection, and at the same time, should be impressed by the rich design resource of patterns and motifs.
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Sweet and Nostalgic Designs in Japan Handicrafts, Graphics, Architecture and More
Yonagado, who is also the author of Modern Patterns of Japan, selects various Japanese traditional craft works such as Japanese candy wrapping papers, tiles, architecture, dolls, and even rituals, and visit the place of origins and meet with the craftsmen. 210 x 148mm 144p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4469-7 짜1,600
Modern Patterns of Japan Sweet & Nostalgic
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Retro & Romantic Designs in Japan: Early 20th Century
This book presents a collection of patterns designed by Yonagado, an artist who creates lovely and nostalgic patterns and products. The patterns from child kimonos, papers and packages are colorfully presented in this book.
Comprehensive collection of romantic illustrations which were popular among girls and young ladies in early 20th century of Japan.
210 x 148mm 184p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-819-3 짜2,000
210 x 148mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-755-4 짜2,400
Art
Paris Romantic Vintage Design Size: 210 x 148mm Pages: 192p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4427-7 Price: ¥2,200
Paris in the era of Art Nouveau- it is the peak time for romantic designs using variety of botanical patterns and motifs. This title contains a rich collection of romantic and vintage designs dated back to around 1900s such as label designs of soaps and perfumes, sweets packages, sawing kits and samplers. All examples in this book can be useful reference for classical design works. So this book attracts not only those who like classic culture in Paris but also professional graphic designers. Some tips for vintage lovers such as “how to use wall paper” or “recommendable shops in Paris” are also included as columns.
Mushroom Botanical Art This book with a gold embossed cover is a collection of mushroom and fungi paintings by European and Japanese naturalists in the 18th to the 19th century. Beautiful color plate illustrations of each mushroom will attract both botanical art fans and mushroom lovers. 210 x 148mm 240p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4258-7 ¥2,200
Postcard Book of Mushrooms This title presents 24 postcards with botanical illustrations of various mushrooms. Some from West and others are from Japan as well. This title can be an ideal gift for summer and autumn. 160 x 120mm 16p + 24 Postcards (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4433-8 ¥1,380
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Yurio Seki’s Designs and Patterns Size: 210 x 148mm Pages: 192p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4502-1 Price: ¥2,200
This is the second comprehensive collection of design works by Yurio Seki, whose Scandinavian-influenced patterns are used not only for textiles but also for interior products and product packages. This book also features her extensive design works collaborated with Japanese craftsmen. The tutorial pages of her craftworks will help craft-lovers make their own works. In addition, the book contains 16 sheets of papers with her colorful patterns on them.
Maija Isola art, fabric, marimekko
Maija Isola (1927–2001) was the textile designer of Marimekko. This book features her textile works as well as her lifestyle. This is a valuable title for all sort of designers, textile lovers, those who are interested in Scandinavian designs, and by all means for Marimekko fans all over the world. 210 x 148mm 160p (Full color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4366-9 ¥2,400
Katsuji Wakisaka: Japanese Textile Designer Marimekko, SOUSOU and 10,000 Postcards to His Wife
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Fujiwo Ishimoto Works Texitile and Ceramic
This book showcases many works of Katsuji Wakisaka and attracts designers, textile lovers and those who like Finnish and modern Japanese designs.
Inspired by both Asian and Finnish traditions and nature, Ishimoto has continued to reinvent himself as a Japanese texitile and ceramic artist. Most of the contents are his works in his 40 years’ career at Marimekko and Arabia.
210 x 148mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4268-6 ¥2,200
220 x 148mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4301-0 ¥2,200
Art
Dreaming Girls Art Collection of Macoto Takahashi
Macoto Takahashi (1934-) is a prominent artist well known for his illustration of gorgeous girls. The style of his illustrations is obviously influenced by Art Deco, and they are typical of Japanese manga drawings that are popular today. This is a treasured book for not only fans but “cosplay” girls as a great reference. 297 x 210mm 208p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4380-5 ¥3,200
Art Collection of Junichi Nakahara
Lisa Larson
Junichi Nakahara (1916-1983) was a prominent artist well known for his water color paintings, illustrations, fashion design, interior decorating and doll making. He is considered as a forerunner of manga art.
Lisa worked as a designer for Gustavsberg, an established ceramic manufacture in Sweden, for 25 years. This book introduces not only her ceramic works but also her lifestyle with beautiful photographs.
222 x 225mm 112p (96 in color) Hardbound 978-4-89444-839-1 ¥2,800
216 x 153mm 160p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4174-0 ¥2,200
Swedish Ceramic Artist
Hervé Morvan
Olle Eksell
The Genius of French Poster Art
Swedish Graphic Designer
Hervé Morvan (1917-1980) is a great French poster artist and designer who became wellknown for his advertising poster for Perrier in 1950. This collection contains around 280 of Morvan’s creations.
This book collects about 400 outstanding graphic design works of Olle Eksell, one of the most respected and distinguished Swedish graphic designer in many fields.
210 x 148mm 268p (224 in color) Softbound 978-4-89444-840-7 ¥2,800
257 x 182mm 240p (224 in Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-547-5 ¥3,800
Asami Kiyokawa: 5 Stitch Stories
Asami Kiyokawa: Stitch Stories Himitsu
Since her debut, she has been involved in various works using handicraft techniques; with the materials of threads, textile and sequins. This title includes many ar t works selected from her exhibitions.
This title, as the second collection of art works by Asami Kiyokawa, introduces not only her unique art works but the original ideas in her mind or the processes of each art work.
198 x 242mm 228p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4322-5 ¥2,800
198 x 242mm 228p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4477-2 ¥2,800
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Comic Art
POSTERS
OTOMO KATSUHIRO X GRAPHIC DESIGN Size: 364 x 257mm Pages: 176p (Full color) Bound: Softbound + Supplementary Poster ISBN: 978-4-7562-4447-5 Price: ¥4,800
Otomo Katsuhiro is one of the most respected and influential Japanese artists/storytellers in the history of modern comics. He has also worked extensively in animation; from his own, hugely successful adaptation of his epic manga, Akira, which is widely considered to be a pinnacle of the form - a work of astonishing power and visionary scope, with unsurpassed artistry. This book, as the second title of Otomo Katsuhiro published by PIE International, exclusively features more than 130 posters, all of which use Otomo’s great illustration works. In addition, all posters are finely finished by professional graphic designers, so that this title presents a variet y of great “hybrid” works of Otomo’s illustrations and professional graphic design works. Roughly half of inclusive works are the posters of his movies such as “Akira”, “STEAMBOY”, “SHORT PEACE” and so on, while the rest of the works are consist of various advertisements: “atre Kichijoji (Department Store)”, “Geopolice (indoor amusement park in Tokyo)” or “BRUTUS (Japanese Magazine)”. Special bilingual (Jpn/Eng) interview with Otomo and a graphic designer will also be included in the last 6 pages. This title can be popular among not only Otomo’s fan but those who are interested in illustrations and graphic designs.
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Special Bonus Poster (515 x 728mm)
Comic Art
KATSUYA TERADA 10 Ten 10 Year Retrospective
Size: 210 x 148mm Pages: 328p (64p in 4 Color + 264p in 2 Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4376-8 Price: ¥2,300
Katsuya Terada is one of Japan’s most sought-after illustrators who is known as the character designer for the animated film, Blood: The Last Vampire. This book showcases 600 of his works in the recent decade which consist of mangas, illustrations, as well as preliminary sketches, production drawings. It will be an ultimate book for Terada’s fans and also a great reference book for illustrators and manga artists. *The author’s interview is included in the English jacket. *All English translations are available at www.piebooks.com/english/10
Cool Japan Design Inspired Graphics of Japanese Manga, Animation and Game
Growing the market of Japanese pop culture, there are more and more “well-designed” graphics. This book features book designs, ad designs, CD/DVD jacket designs, and novelty designs with Japanese manga, animation and video game characters. 257 x 182mm 224p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4257-0 ¥3,600
GAKI
Heroes & Heroines
A Girl and Monsters' Night Parade
Japanese Video Game + Animation Illustration
Sawaki Takeyasu, the author of the book, is a popular Japanese game character designer of El Shaddai and Okami. This book is his first picture book to be published and the exotic touch will also attract oriental art lovers.
Who are the hottest Japanese v ide o g a me a nd a nima t i o n heroes and heroines? This is a most updated collection by about 100 prominent character designers of video game and animation.
257 x 182mm 88p (Full color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4352-2 ¥2,000
257 x 182mm 208p (192 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4169-6 ¥2,800
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Hobby & Lifestyle
NEW
EUROPE PAPER COLLECTION Size: 210 x 148mm Pages: 176p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4463-5 Price: ¥1,900
Europe is the gold mine of fine paper products. Some cutting-edge creators release a variety of unique works while some traditional factories have been producing classic stationeries for years. This title covers wide range of paper products produced in UK, France, Italy and Scandinavian countries, and features not only the products themselves but the stories behind – the profiles of artisans or factories/studios. Useful information of each shops and factories are included for active travelers. In addition, it specially contains a sheet of “real” ROSSI paper as a free gift at the end of the book.
Cute Paper Crafts Collection S h o wc a s in g v a r i o u s p a p e r p r o du c t s designed by hot and professional designers and illustrators. A plenty of ideas for graphic designers as well as DIY paper craft lovers are available in this book.
210 x 148mm 128p + 16 sample papers Softbound 978-4-7562-4340-9 ¥1,800
Cute Paper Stuff Collection
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Cute Printing Collection
This title provides practical ideas for creative Zine, DM, s h o p c a r d a s we ll a s b a s i c knowledge of printing.
Introducing various examples of paper works in handwriting style as well as letterpress printings by small shops or independent graphic designers.
210 x 148mm 128p + 10 sample papers Softbound 978-4-7562-4317-1 ¥1,800
210 x 148mm 112p + 22 sample papers Softbound 978-4-7562-4323-2 ¥1,800
Hobby & Lifestyle
NEW
The Art of Japanese Dyeing Patterns Kamawanu Collection of Tenugui: Japanese Cotton Cloth Size: 210 x 148mm Pages: 200p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4510-6 Price: ¥2,200
This is the comprehensive design collection of Kamawanu – a Japanese brand of TENUGUI, pieces of cotton cloth with a variety of beautiful dyeing patterns. TENUGUI, which literally means ‘hand towel’, is made from 100% cotton and is one of commodities but they also can be used in various ways: wall decoration, wrapping gifts, tea towel or bandanna as head accessories. This book showcases more than 300 designs with JPN/ENG explanations, as well as some useful ideas for TENUGUI usage.
NEW
The Design of IIDA KASATEN Size: 210 x 148mm Pages: 128+16p (Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4481-9 Price: ¥1,680
IIDA KASATEN is a Japanese umbrella producer which uses their originally designed textile, handles and ribs. This title introduces the stories and tecniques behind their products as well as the unique and beautiful collection of their latest works. The beautiful patterns of their umbrellas must attract textile lovers, and in addition, their philosophy of craftsmanship may inspire product designers.
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Hobby & Lifestyle
ARABIA: Ceramic Collection from Finland ARABIA is a Finnish ceremics brand, founded in 1873. It specialize in kitchenware and tableware with beautiful colors and designs. This title shows those collection as well as their brand history. 190 x 148mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4446-8 ¥1,600
Marimekko: Textile Collection from Finland
LIFECYCLING
Marimekko, a leading fashion company based in Finland, boasts a wide variety of brightly colored printed fabrics. This title introduces those patterns and the brand history.
As every bird’s nest is unique, we have a multitude of individual lifestyles. This title turned a web magazine into a book with 16 persons’ examples and helps readers to get inspired in a creative way for a better life.
190 x 148mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4178-8 ¥1,600
255 x 190mm 208p (200 in color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4407-9 ¥2,400
The Story of 16 Inspiring Homes
NEW
Lovely Folk Craft in a Northern Europe Life Showcasing traditional folk arts and handicrafts in Scandinavia where winter lasts long and people love to stay at home. Many items such as wood curving horse ‘dalahäst’ and white birch basket are intoduced in this title.
210 x 148mm 144p (Full Color) Softbound 987-4-7562-4514-4 ¥1,800
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NEW
Folk Arts in French Daily Life
Folk Arts in Russian Daily Life
Introducing provincial folkarts and utensils such as bowls for café au lait, linen tea towels, embroidered items etc. Useful information of ‘Marché’ is also available.
Introducing various designs of Matryoshka dolls (Russian nesting dolls), potteries, patchworks, knittings etc. which add a nice touch to Russian Daily Life.
210 x 148mm 144p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4468- 0 ¥1,800
210 x 148mm 144p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4444-4 ¥1,800
Hobby & Lifestyle
Café and Shop Designs From Interior to Tools
Restaurant and Sweets Shop Designs From Interior to Tools
This book introduces 35 café/ shops in Japan. Their interior and exterior designs, shop images and simple floor plans are included so that anyone planning to open their own café/shops can use as a blueprint.
Introducing interior, package and advertising designs of 40 independent restaurants and sweets shops throughout Japan.
210 x 148mm 144p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4288-4 ¥1,800
210 x 148mm 144p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4339-3 ¥1,800
Sweets Shop and Coffee Shop Design
fairground: Girly Bible in London
Introducing 20 sweets and coffee shops in San Francisco with design examples in owners’ excellent taste. A must-have reference for shopkeepers as well as a guidebook for those who travel there.
Revealing the REAL life of 12 London girls - full of ideas with cuteness and inspiration!
210 x 148mm 184p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4229-7 ¥2,200
210 x 148mm 160p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4374-4 ¥1,800
Q-pot.
Kate's Wedding Bible
Sweet Collection Books
The ar t work collection on “Q-pot”; Japanese accessory brand. This title showcases leaflet, brand image pictures, and products such as rings, earrings, necklaces, etc.
Kate Sakai, the author, is a Japanese fashion designer and a model. This is the ‘HOW-TO’ book for creating your one-and-only memorial wedding with Kate’s practical ideas.
210 x 148mm 128p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4276-1 ¥2,800
257 x 182mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4198-6 ¥1,600
Vintage Fabric from the States Various patterns of American fabrics in the late 19th to the 20th century are presented in this single volume. Readers can enjoy the details of each pattern. 148 x 210mm 216p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-488-1 ¥2,200
The Story of Liberty This book introduces the textile designs and patterns as well as the history of the Liberty brand, which is worshiped internationally by all girls and women.
190 x 148mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-853-7 ¥1,600
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Japanese Culture
Yokai Museum
The Art of Japanese Supernatural Beings from YUMOTO Koichi Collection Size: 257 x 182mm Pages: 288p (272 in Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4337-9 Price: ¥2,800
Yokai are a class of supernatural monsters in Japanese folklore. Yokai have attracted the artists and have been a common theme in art works until these days because of their unique forms and their mysterious behaviors. This book is a visual collection of art works of Yokai in Japan since the Edo period (1603-1868). The works are not only paintings but also wood block prints, scrolls, ceramics, kimonos, children’s playthings such as board games, and more. All items that are featured in the book come from personal collections by Koichi Yumoto, who has the largest Yokai art collection in Japan.
Traditional Japanese Patterns and Motifs Size: 210 x 148mm Pages: 196p (176 in Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4424-6 Price: ¥2,800
Many motifs in use today’s Japan originated in China, India and other Asian countries, however, they have been adapted to Japanese tastes over a long period of history. The traditional motifs presented in this book are organized in terms of designs derived from natural forms (plants, animals natural phenomena, manmade objects) and more abstract, symbolic designs (geometric, stylized and auspicious motifs) with many visual examples such as kimonos, ukiyo-e (woodblock prints) and tablewares. Whether realistic or abstract, they offer a host of inspiring designs and an insight into a long-sustained, living tradition at the core of Japanese culture.
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Japanese Culture
MANGA
The Pre-History of Japanese Comics Size: 210 x 148mm Pages: 280p (240 in color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4357-7 Price: ¥2,800
The origins of manga can be traced back t o t he E d o p er i o d ( 16 0 3 -18 6 8 ) o f Japanese history, specifically to popular type of books using ukiyo-e, Japanese woodblock prints. These books contained humorous content and featured humans, fantastical creatures and even references to celebrities of the period. This book includes original works of manga dated from 17th to early 20th Century. It is a great source book for graphic designers as well as comic book artists, and also Japanese art lovers who can find some great works of well-known ukiyo-e artists such as Kuniyoshi Utagawa, Hokusai Katsushika, and Yoshitoshi Tsukioka.
Shunga Japanese Erotic Art
Mythical Beasts of Japan From Evil Creatures to Sacred Beings
Shunga, a type of ukiyo-e, portrays the erotic expression between men and women with pleasures and pains, and the beauty of their body. This book features works from the Edo, including Utamaro and Hokusai.
This book features a variety of Japanese mythical beasts, such as Karajishi (Chinese Lion), Kirin (Chinese Unicorn), Ryu (Dragon) and more, mainly from 12th century to 19th century.
210 x 148mm 400p (210 in Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-802-5 ¥3,800
210 x 148mm 392p (228 in Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-788-2 ¥3,800
Rimpa
Cherry Blossoms
Decorative Japanese Paintings
Traditional Patterns in Japanese Design
Rimpa, a major art movements o f J a p a ne s e p a in t ing, wa s founded in Kyoto in the 17th century. Rimpa has a rich decorative style with backgrounds with gold leaf, based on the classical Yamato-e style.
Cherry blossoms are considered as national flower in Japan. About 220 works dating from the 8th century through the 20th century are featured in the book including such artists as Hiroshige and Taikan Yokoyama.
210 x 148mm 400p (200 in Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-898-8 ¥3,800
210 x 148mm 400p (200 in Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-748-6 ¥3,800
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Japanese Culture
Traditional Japanese Stencil Patterns (with DVD-ROM) 1600 images of Ise Katagami from Isetan Mitsukoshi collection
This book introduces traditional Japanese stencil patterns for textiles, named “Isekatagami”, which is said to be initially created 1000 years ago. This book is a precious resource for textile and fashion professionals as well as graphic designers. 240 x 176mm 362p (4 Color / 2 Color) Softbound with plastic jacket + DVD-ROM + small booklet 978-4-7562-4330-0 ¥3,600
Cats in Ukiyo-e Japanese Woodblock Print of UTAGAWA Kuniyoshi
Kuniyoshi Utagawa (1797-1892) was one of the great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting. Kuniyoshi depicted cats humorously and satirically, with great accuracy and careful observation. This book is a collection of Kuniyoshi’s works that featured cats. 210 x 148mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4287-7 ¥2,200
Hokusai Manga
Furoshiki The Art of Japanese Wrapping Fabric
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“Hokusai Manga” is one of the masterpieces by Katsushika Hokusai, a master of Ukiyo-e artist. He depicts ordinary people’s lives, animals, plants, landscapes and human figures to historical and supernatural, even demon and monsters.
Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth, which is frequently used to carry clothes, gifts and other goods. This book features about 150 pieces of furoshiki from the collection of such long-established manufacturers in Kyoto as Miyai, Okaju and etc.
304 x 210mm 696p (2&3 Special Colors) Softbound 978-4-7562-4069-9 ¥5,800
264 x 157mm 256p (240 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4156-6 ¥2,800
Katachi
Kingyo
Katachi - a Japanese sacred geometry -, such as paper, wood, bamboo, fiber, clay, metal and stone. This book showcases about 600 pieces of the natural feeling and sense of beauty that Japanese people have been cultivating and passing on over the years.
A number of beautiful photo and ukiyo-e featuring K ingyo or Golden Fish are introduced in this comprehensive title.
151 x 105mm 480p (B/W) Softbound 978-4-7562-4157-3 ¥1,600
151 x 105mm 392p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4128-3 ¥1,600
Japanese Culture
Sushi
nobu’s Vegetarian Cookbook
Renowned sushi chef K a zuo Nagayama’s own personal recipes are presented here with exquisitely photographed painstaking art. Sushi is arranged by season reflecting the availability of the main ingredients.
In this first cookbook by nobu to focus on vegetable dishes, the master chef shares his expertise and deep knowledge of Japanese cuisine in sixty recipes that showcase vegetables in all their variety.
210 x 140mm 208p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4134-4 ¥2,000
267 x 218mm 176p (Full Color) Hardbound 978-4-89444-905-3 ¥4,200
THE KIMONO
Noh
History and Style
Classical Japanese Performing Art
Developed in 8th century in Japan, kimono is still worn by all Japanese people on special occasions. Sachiko Ito, a fashion director introduces its typical styles of each era and the types of kimono for various occasions.
With a 600-year history, Noh is the world’s oldest performing art and designated an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Beautifully photographed with 30 stories, this title pursues the profound aesthetics and visual qualities of Noh.
245 x 182mm 176p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4145-0 ¥2,800
210 x 130mm 288p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-846-9 ¥2,800
Kimono and the Colors of Japan
Summer Kimonos and the Colors of Japan
This distinctive book features various delicate Japanese colors through the practices in kimono. Japanese sensitivity had created such traditional colors, consisting of 9 colors: red, green, pink, blue, brown, purple, yellow, black & white, gold & silver.
This book features motifs and colors depicted in summer kimonos. Patterns of flowers and grasses, insects, fish and shellfish, and Western landscapes, in addition to daring colors and delicate embroidery, have been brought in these kimonos to the level of art.
264 x 157mm 240p (232 in Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-451-5 ¥2,800
264 x 157mm 232p (224 in Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-531-4 ¥2,800
Kimono and the Motifs of Japan
Traditional Dyeing and Weaving in Japan
This title serves as an encyclopedia of motifs on kimonos. Various motifs on kimonos, sashes and ornaments are presented. This book is a must for kimono fans, fashion lovers and those who are interested in Japanese culture.
A fashion director, Sachiko Ito, introduces local techniques of dyeing and weaving throughout Japan. A must-have reference for kimono lovers and textile designers.
220 x 150mm 256p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-832-2 ¥2,800
245 x 182mm 176p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4127-6 ¥2,800
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Photography
THE SIXTIES by KISHIN
THE PEOPLE by KISHIN
A collection of photographs in the ’60s of Japan by Kishin Shinoyama, at once a monograph on the artist but also an accurate portrayal of a time and place. More than 400 photographs are presented.
More than 130 masterpieces from Kishin’s numerous works all of which feature ‘PEOPLE’ and present the ‘Power of Photography’.
308 x 236mm 400p (B/W) Hardbound 978-4-7562-4077-4 ¥7,800
297 x 225mm 208p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4290-7 ¥2,500
Bread and a Dog 2 As a long-waited new volume following the best selling ‘Bread and a Dog’, this second title of the series welcomes new member: a black kitten. The cute behaviors of a dog and a kitten give readers a little chuckle. 148 x 192mm 112p (96 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4441-3 ¥1,200
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Bread and a Dog
Oto-chan, a Rosyfaced Lovebird
A heart-warming photo diar y featuring daily breakfasts and a dog, whose favorite is breads! Recipes for breakfast are also introduced.
A handy-size photography book featuring a Rosy-faced Lovebird, Oto-chan. Her lovely behaviors make everyone smile and happy.
148 x 192mm 112p (96 in Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4306-5 ¥1,200
148 x 192mm 112p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4498-7 ¥1,200
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MAKIBA: Cute Farm Animals Smiling Sheep, sleeping goats, laughing pigs, kissing horses, jumping rabbits…, various cute farm animals are appeared in this book. 148 x 192mm 112p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4467-3 ¥1,400
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PARIS by Orie Ichihashi One of the attention-grabbing photographers in Japan, Orie Ichihashi, captured the air, color and light of Paris by her unique viewpoint and sensitivity. Her works will show you various aspects of the city that you have never seen before. 270 x 170mm 128p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-89444-899-5 ¥2,400
Photography
Beautiful Fish in the World
Beautiful Birds in the World
Unique fish under the sea 180 fish say hello to you!
Beautiful collection of colorful birds, as treasures in rich nature.
150 x 150mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4361-4 ¥1,800
150 x 150mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4311-9 ¥1,800
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Beautiful Mushrooms in the World
Beautiful Insects in the World
Introducing curious and beautiful 180 mushrooms, “the children of forest”.
Beautiful, cool and attractive! Welcome to the fascinating world of insects!
150 x 150mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4403-1 ¥1,800
150 x 150mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4506-9 ¥1,800
Stained-Glass in the World
Mosaic in the World
Beautifully decorated windows with stained glass make the sacred place filled with brilliant light.
Showcasing breathtaking beauty of exquisite works of mosaic all around the world.
150 x 150mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4201-3 ¥1,800
150 x 150mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4395-9 ¥1,800
Costume in the World
New Edition: Houses in the World
164 beautiful and gourgeous costumes are collected from more than 60 countries in the world.
Various houses collection from 40 countries in the world.
150 x 150mm 192p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4150-4 ¥1,800
150 x 150mm 200p (Full Color) Softbound 978-4-7562-4149-8
¥1,800
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Stationery / New Titles
Yurio Seki’s Scandinavian Design Notebook Yurio Seki, a Japanese graphic designer who produces a variety of gift items, now presents beautiful notebook collection with Scandinavia-themed 6 patterns printed on their covers. All designs are influenced by her life in Sweden and they can add a nice touch to everyday life.
circle
(grid)
triangle
forest
sea
(grid)
dalarnas
(plain)
kitchen
(ruled)
(plain)
(ruled)
SOU・SOU Notebook SOU・SOU is a Japanese brand which produces apparels and accessories with using unique and bold textiles designed by Katsuji Wakisaka, a former textile designer of Marimekko. While creating modern designs based on Japanese tradition, SOU・SOU now presents beautiful notebooks with individual looks.
Stripes
(ruled)
Dots and Stripes
To make everyday life more beautiful, all covers of PIE notebook collection are originally designed by renowned designers in Japan. Thick papers are used enough to prevent writings on the reverse side of each page from bleeding through. 34
Chrysanthemum Burst
SO SU U (10 numbers)
(plain)
(ruled)
Plum Trees
(plain)
(plain)
Smile
(ruled)
• Three types of notebooks:
plain
ruled
grid
210 x 148mm (A5) 64p Softbound Yurio Seki: ¥380 / SOU・SOU: ¥420
• Saddle-stitched bound using colorful threads • Beautiful colors of inside cover • Using Japanese fine paper
Stationery / New Titles
Yurio Seki’s Scandinavian Design PAPER BOOK
ISBN: 978-4-7562-4473-4
SOU・SOU PAPER BOOK
ISBN: 978-4-7562-4472-7
All square pages are removable and beautifully designed for your creative works: writing, folding, cutting decorating… enjoy papers in various ways! All papers have some marks on the reverse side to show how to fold the papers to create such shapes as tiny boxes or small envelopes. 182 x 190mm
96p
Softbound
¥1,600
100 Illustrated Papers for Writing and Crafting Designed by 25 contemporary Japanese artists Size: 148 x 210mm Pages: 216p (100 removable sheets + 16p / Full Color) Bound: Softbound ISBN: 978-4-7562-4451-2 Price: ¥1,600
This book contains 100 various designed removable papers with cute illustrations designed by 25 contemporary Japanese ar tist. Each ar tist dedicated 2 designs for this title, and each design has two sheets. This book consists of a various papers: gloss, rough, craft paper, and so on. So readers can enjoy the book not only for writing letters but also for their handicraft works such as making small envelopes or pochibukuro, a tiny bag for money gift. 35
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