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Yoshio Hayakawa

Idea 032, 1958-12

Exhibition of Japan Advertising Artists Club 1958

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Yoshio Hayakawa
Yoshio Hayakawa was born in Osaka in 1917 and is regarded as one of Japan's most influential post-war poster designers. His work is often described as a "harmonisation of traditional Japanese art with Western art," reflecting the design fusion that became a hallmark of Japan's postwar creative output.  Explore related designers including Yusaku Kamekura and Hiroshi Ohchi. See also Japanese Modernism and Japanese graphic design history.
IDEA (Japan)
Idea is a Japanese design magazine that has been published since 1953, covering typography, visual identity, and contemporary graphics.

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Idea 32, 1958-12. Cover design by Yoshio Hayakawa
Idea 32, 1958-12. Cover design by Yoshio Hayakawa
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