SPECIAL
Special articles by the NiEW editorial staff


Editor Masanao Amano, who connects illustration and music, talks about the past, present, and future of illustrators

Animator Sushio’s Working Technique: “Believe in Yourself When You Feel Down”

The charm of the gentle emptiness of illustrator Kae Tanaka’s works

We want people to feel more familiar with art. Designer Takahiro Okazawa’s vision of future value

Went to Daikanyama in 5th grade. RK, a photographer who creates a buzz on Instagram, has been highly sensitive since childhood.

Urban Designer Shinji Kamijo and Doctor of Engineering Hideya Fukushima’s Aim to Create a Town that Walks Together with the Local Community

From urban planning to furniture design, architect Daisuke Sugawara traverses the scale of manufacturing

Bricklayer Toshihiko Takayama finds common ground between his dream of becoming a sculptor and a bricklayer

Akihiro Miki, drummer of “Neconemuru” chooses to work as a graphic designer.

Yasuyuki Kanazawa of “Oni” Corporation, a company name given in a flippant manner and a job that does not allow for flippancy.

Designer ARUMANA’s hip-hop philosophy, known for his mash-up creations

Day 2 at EPOCHS: YONCE’s New Band Hedigan’s, Taeko Onuki, and More

Review: Karuizawa’s New Festival EPOCHS Day 1

Mikio Sakabe sheds light on the unique identity of ‘grounds’ footwear

Why editor Yasumasa Yonehara “edits” not only magazines but also brands and galleries

How Shingo Kurono became involved in all-round design

It has been 20 years since he came to Japan. Kevin Yang continues to pursue the dream he gave up as a child in China
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