Japanese Modern: Retrospective of Kenmochi Isamu is the official catalogue accompanying the first major exhibition dedicated to designer Isamu Kenmochi, a central figure in the emergence of postwar Japanese modern design. Featuring archival photography, product studies, and documentary material, the catalogue traces Kenmochi’s exploration of form, material, and industry—from furniture design to everyday household objects. It situates his work within the broader evolution of Japanese modernism, highlighting his ability to merge traditional craftsmanship with contemporary industrial production. Richly illustrated and historically grounded, the volume provides a complete overview of Kenmochi’s creative world and his lasting contribution to Japanese design culture.