ONLINE LECTURE from Kyoto | JapanCraft21 | Japanese Contemporary Designers Part 1 | Thursday, August 6 at 5PM, West Coast Time
JapanCraft21 August Presentation
Japanese Contemporary Designers Part I
Date & Time:
ーNorth America West Coast: Thursday, August 6, 5 pm
ーNorth America East Coast: Thursday, August 6, 8 pm
ーJapan: Friday, August 7, 9 am
Registration
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Join Steve Beimel in an exploration of the dynamic evolution of Japanese design in this first installment of a three-part series on contemporary masters from the postwar era to today. Featuring eighteen pioneering designers, this presentation introduces a range of creative fields, including graphic design, textiles, fashion, furniture, and lifestyle product design.
Discover how Japan’s designers have shaped a distinctive modern aesthetic by balancing innovation with tradition—drawing on cultural heritage while responding to global influences and changing technologies. From bold visual expression and experimental materials to refined minimalism and everyday functionality, these works reflect the richness and diversity of Japan’s design legacy.