<p>Hachiko overload: A relief featuring the famous dog</p>

Hachiko overload: A relief featuring the famous dog (Photo: josephB)

Japan is Design

One of the many things Japan is famous for

josephB Mar 11, 2013 - 1 min read

<p>Hachiko overload: A relief featuring the famous dog</p>

<p>On board! An old train on display</p>

<p>The Sakura (cherry blossom), which is the national symbol of Japan, decorates this manhole</p>

<p>A display of student works at Bunka Gakuen</p>

<p>One of the many sculptures found in Shibuya</p>

<p>Sticker happy bins that are just too cute!</p>

<p>A selection of sweet treats that are too good to eat, at Lumine department store. I think these are hair pieces actually...</p>

<p>An old telephone booth like this one gives an old world appeal</p>

<p>In Japan it's obvious that Art is indeed a way of life</p>

A lot has been said about Japanese design and aesthetic appeal which could range from minimalist zen to "kawaii" (Japanese for "cute"). During my visit to Japan I managed to experience (and enjoy) the various design forms available. Here's just a sampling of the ones found within Shibuya!

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josephB @michael.joseph.bawar

I'm an "artoholic" currently based in Manila. I design and make clothes, accessories, basically whatever I could think of. I also like to read, watch films, eat, listen to movies and daydream (A LOT) Given the chance (and money) I would like to travel more. I think the world is just way too big t...