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Graphic Design 70, 1978

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Mandalas of The Two Worlds and its cosmic image
an easier way to see the National Zoo, Washington D.C.-Wyman / Cannan project started
the world of Kamijo takahisa
global new waves in 70s-Czechoslovakia / Finland Zdimal/Junek / Prachaticka / Vyletalova / Vyletal / Salamoun / Haskova / Sigmundova Varis/Kastemaa / Veistola / Kujasalo / Kuronen / Jasberg / Mykkanen
Suntory yesterday and today its super-gigantic advertising
Shakespear brothers’ team work
techne Kishu Co. High Quality Colored Paper Nachi Rainbow Guide Book
winds from everywhere

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Takahisa Kamijō
Takahisa Kamijo is a Japanese graphic designer associated with postwar modern design in Japan. After studying at the University of Arts in Tokyo, he worked in advertising before establishing his own studio. His work is defined by simplicity, precision, and clarity, often using minimal forms to communicate complex ideas. Kamijo’s output includes posters, book design, and identity systems, reflecting the influence of both Japanese aesthetics and international modernism. Explore related designers including Ikko Tanaka and Kazumasa Nagai. See also Japanese Modernism and Japanese graphic design history.
Graphic Design
Graphic Design was a Japanese publication which started in the late 1950s and had a run of 100 issues.

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Graphic Design 70, 1978
Graphic Design 70, 1978. Cover design by Takahisa Kamijō
Issue 70 of the Japanese magazine, Graphic Design (グラフィックデザイン) published in 1978.
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