Fracture: Japanese Graphic Design 1875–1975

Fracture: Japanese Graphic Design 1875–1975 is a visually rich and accessible overview of a century of Japanese graphic design. Written by Ian Lynam, it combines over 500 images with essays on key cultural themes like modernity, gender, and commercialism. The book profiles 90+ influential designers, from pioneers like Hani Motoko to Olympic-era innovators like Yusaku Kamekura, highlighting Japan's visual evolution from post-isolation to the edge of the digital age.