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KOKUSHO KANKO KAI, 2009
Publisher: Kokusho Kankōkai
Year: 2009
Pages: 240
Binding: Hardcover
"Kenmochi Isamu: Japanese Modern. Retrospective" is a richly illustrated monograph that surveys the life and work of Isamu Kenmochi, one of Japan’s most influential postwar industrial and interior designers. The book provides a comprehensive look at his iconic furniture pieces, lighting, household products, and collaborations, including those with Isamu Noguchi. Through photography, essays, and archival documentation, the volume traces Kenmochi’s philosophy of integrating traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern functionalism, demonstrating his lasting impact on Japanese design culture.