#Update 009
In this update, discover the world of documentaries that explore Japanese design. Dive in and get inspired!
10 years with Hayao Miyazaki
This is a four-part documentary series offering an intimate look into the life and creative process of renowned animator Hayao Miyazaki. Filmed over a decade, it provides unprecedented access to his personal studio, capturing the challenges and triumphs behind his iconic films. This series is a must-watch for those interested in animation, storytelling, and the dedication behind Studio Ghibli’s masterpieces.
Design x Stories
Explore the rich legacy and evolution of diverse designs across Japan. DESIGN × STORIES digs into their origins and how they inspire creators today.
Design plus Talks
What is good design? And what is its power? From traditional to cutting edge, we explore Japanese designs that are literally shaping our lives.
Origami Magic
Do you know what "origami" is? It is a magic made from a single sheet of paper. This documentary showcases the creations of artists from around the globe inspired by the Japanese traditional craft.
No Art, No Life
Self-taught artists are gaining respect globally. In Japan, such artists are making career-defining works, but few art fans or curators know them.
Anime Manga Explosion
The size of the Japanese animation market was 2,426 billion yen by 2020. More than half of that amount came from overseas sales. The manga market is also expanding, reaching 675.9 billion yen in 2021. Those unique visuals and stories from Japan have struck a chord with fans around the world and are growing into a huge industry. ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION will actively feature major works that are highly recognized by overseas fans and reveal the secrets of Japanese anime and manga creation through the series.
Tiny Aesthetics
A unique combination of aesthetics and dexterity make "smaller is better" a Japanese mantra - The Japanese "taste for tiny" has led to increasingly smaller objects with ever-increasing functionality. Hear from the creators about the dreams and sensibilities of the boundless world of the small.
Design Museum Japan
Japanese design is world famous, but that's not because of expensive, stylish or modern products. It's because excellent design exists within the tools and habits of everyday life. In this 10-part series, leading creators visit different parts of the country to hear these unfamiliar stories, revealing rich and complex insights.
Anime Sanctuaries
Did you know that a lot of your favorite anime are based in real-life locations? Join on a pilgrimage around Japan to the "Sanctuaries" that are the inspiration of some of the greatest anime!
Manben: Behind the scenes of Manga with Urasawa Naoki
Manga, where drama is created with just the tip of a pen. In this series, they show you where manga is made — usually off-limits to the public — and explore the craft.
Japan’s top inventions
Made in Japan! The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets.
Book Design
The rise of digital books has led to massive changes for the printed word. So when you pick up a physical book in a store, its cover is designed to appeal through texture and even fragrance. From a book designer who works on a hundred books a year, to a manga artist focused on cover art and illustrations, and an artisan who inherited the techniques of watoji, a traditional binding technique that flourished in the Edo period. This documentary Book design transcends the written word to speak to our souls.
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