Made In Japan 100 New Products

Description

'Made in Japan' is a simple phrase, but one full of meaning. From kettles and cutlery to chairs, Japan creates some of the most innovative, elegant, whimsical and well-made objects in the world. Combining high aesthetic standards with cutting-edge technology, many of these designs turn everyday items into functional works of art that would look as good in a museum as on a kitchen counter. Made in Japan surveys 100 of the country's recent design triumphs, among them furnishings, utensils, gadgets, clothing, office equipment and even a silent guitar. While the book features mainly mass-produced objects, it also includes one-off prototypes and limited-edition items that are immensely popular in Japan. Created specifically for the Japanese consumer, these products reflect the way people live, work and play in a country that prizes highly both exceptional craftsmanship and industrial perfection.

Reviews

'It's perfect for those searching high and low for ideal finishing touches, or anyone simply wishing to elevate everyday items into works of art.' - ESSENTIALS MAGAZINE 'Japan's excellent sense of style and workmanship is seen on every page.' - THINGS TO DO IN LA 'For those who worship at the altar of high design, Made in Japan is a compendium of products that reward a love of beauty and a faith in the future' - EDGE MAGAZINE 'Packs in innovative, whimsical products' - MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW 'These products are smart, inspiring and deeply human' - HANDFUL OF SALT

Author description

NAOMI POLLOCK is an American architect based in Japan. Her writing on Japanese design has appeared in the Financial Times, New York Times, Wallpaper* and Architectural Record. She is the author of Modern Japanese House (2005) and Hitoshi Abe (2008), and co-author of Merrell's New Architecture in Japan (2010). REIKO SUDO is Artistic Director of the award-winning avant-garde textile company Nuno Corporation.