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title: "WA: The Essence of Japanese Design"
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# Bridges East-West design influence 300+ curated design objects 6 material categories spotlighted WA: The Essence of Japanese Design

**Price:** AR$335218
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## Summary

> 🎌 Unlock the art of Japanese design mastery — where heritage meets modernity.

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- **What is this?** WA: The Essence of Japanese Design
- **How much does it cost?** AR$335218 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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- Customers looking for quality international products

## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **300+ Iconic Objects:** Dive deep into contemporary Japanese design with over 300 meticulously curated items.
- • **Cultural Crossroads:** Uncover the profound impact of 'Japaneseness' on Western design culture.
- • **Tradition Meets Innovation:** Discover how timeless Japanese aesthetics fuse with cutting-edge experimentation.
- • **Material-Driven Exploration:** Experience design through wood, bamboo, paper, metal, textiles, ceramics, and innovative synthetics.
- • **Influential Designers Spotlight:** Featuring legends like Sori Yanagi, Naoto Fukasawa, and Tokujin Yoshioka shaping global design.

## Overview

WA: The Essence of Japanese Design is a premium, cellulose-based hardcover book by Phaidon Press Ltd, showcasing over 300 objects that define contemporary Japanese design. Organized by material categories such as wood, paper, metal, and textiles, it highlights the seamless blend of tradition and innovation. Featuring works from renowned designers and an insightful essay by Kenya Hara, this book is a definitive resource for professionals and enthusiasts eager to understand Japan's unique design philosophy and its global influence.

## Description

Through some 300 objects this book explores contemporary Japanese design: from everyday objects and packaging to interior design and lighting elements. Ultimately the book aims to explore the way in which Japanese design manages to harness its materials – whether natural or synthetic – and at the same time combines respect for tradition with forward-thinking and experimentation. The objects featured were chosen because of their strong Japanese character and the influence this 'Japaneseness' has had on Western culture. Rather than following a chronological order or concentrating on the designers, this book focuses on the objects and is categorized by material, highlighting the strong link between design and material in Japan. There will be a general introduction and then each section will have its own individual introduction: - Wood, Bamboo & Lacquer - Paper - Metal - Fabric & Textiles - Ceramic - Synthetic/new materials The book will include examples from some of the most important Japanese designers from Sori Yanagi and Shiro Kuramata to Naoto Fukasawa and Tokujin Yoshioka and there will be an introductory essay about Japanese design by Kenya Hara.

Review: Recommended - Great book, arrived in perfect condition and shrink wrapped
Review: Livro lindo - Livro bem diagramado, bonito e bastante útil.

## Features

- Item Trademark: PHAIDON PRESS LTD
- manufacturer: Phaidon Press Ltd
- material: Cellulose-based or similar non-woven material

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #101,949 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #553 in Drawing #697 in Art History #1,333 in Design |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 96 Reviews |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommended
*by A***R on 21 February 2021*

Great book, arrived in perfect condition and shrink wrapped

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Livro lindo
*by C***N on 20 December 2023*

Livro bem diagramado, bonito e bastante útil.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ loved the look
*by M***. on 31 May 2019*

Bought as a present for a friend who loved it

## Frequently Bought Together

- WA: The Essence of Japanese Design
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*Last updated: 2026-09-18*