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DESIGN × STORIES

DESIGN × STORIES

2023Returning Series4 Seasons59 EpisodesTMDB
NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Explore the rich legacy and evolution of diverse designs across Japan. DESIGN x STORIES digs into their origins and how they inspire creators today.

Season 2 · Episode 18

Book Design

Oct 10, 2024·28m

The rise of digital books has led to massive changes for the printed word. So when you pick up a physical book in a store, its cover is designed to appeal through texture and even fragrance. From a book designer who works on a hundred books a year, to a manga artist focused on cover art and illustrations, and an artisan who inherited the techniques of watoji, a traditional binding technique that flourished in the Edo period. Book design transcends the written word to speak to our souls – join us as we find out more.

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When did DESIGN × STORIES Season 2 Episode 18 air?

DESIGN × STORIES Season 2 Episode 18 aired on October 10, 2024.

How long is DESIGN × STORIES Season 2 Episode 18?

This episode runs for approximately 28 minutes.

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