Masayoshi Nakajo is known for his unbound freedom of expression, the fresh way he upends preconceived notions, in clear evidence in his art direction of Shiseido’s “Hanatsubaki” culture magazine with its history stretching back more than 140 years, in his simple but powerful logo designs for the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo and Wacoal Spiral, and in his enigmatic illustrations. He possesses creative powers that overwhelm the viewer.
Kazunari Hattori stands out for his unique graphic expression, simple yet brilliantly unbalanced, characteristics seen in his series of ads for Kewpie Half mayonnaise with their inimitable sense of airiness, in his novel art direction for “Mayonaka” magazine, and in his “Stripes” series of works shown for the first time at his exhibition last year.
The creative work of these two artists continuously grabs the attention of, and influences, both today’s graphic designers as well as young students aspiring to become the designers of tomorrow.
For this exhibition, Masayoshi Nakajo and Kazunari Hattori, designers of two different generations, will engage in serious battle through their posters newly created for this show.
A variety of items will be available for purchase.
Featured items may be purchased at the gallery or online through this website. All listed prices are tax included. All posters are 1030 x 726 mm.
Set sales:
30 sets of their new posters will be available for each of the 2 featured designers.
Set of 7 posters by Mr. Nakajo: 100,000 yen
Set of 7 posters by Mr. Hattori: 100,000 yen
Set of 14 posters (7 by Mr. Nakajo and 7 by Mr. Hattori): 170,000 yen
Sales of individual posters: 15,000 yen per poster
Exhibition Catalog: 1,000 yen (tax included). 36 pages, 182 x 257 mm.
* Note: All sales have been completed.
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Masayoshi Nakajo was born in Tokyo in 1933. In 1956, upon graduating from Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, where he majored in Design, he joined the advertising department at Shiseido. In 1959 he moved to Deska, but then went freelance in 1960, establishing Nakajo Design Office the following year. He performed art direction and design of Shiseido’s cultural magazine “Hanatsubaki” and The Ginza/Tactics Design; corporate identity (CI) planning for Matsuya Ginza, Wacoal Spiral, the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, and Hosomi Museum; and created logotypes and package designs for Shiseido Parlour, and logo and signage planning for Tokyo Ginza Shiseido Building. During his long career he received numerous awards, including the TDC Members’ Gold Prize, ADC Members’ Grand Prize, Yusaku Kamekura Design Award, Mainichi Design Award, and JAAC Yamana Prize. From the Japanese Government, he was bestowed the Medal of Honor with Purple Ribbon and the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette. Masayoshi Nakajo passed away on October 26, 2021.
Graphic designer and art director born in Tokyo in 1964. Graduated from Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, with a degree in Design. After working at Light Publicity, he went freelance. His major work to date includes: “Kewpie Half” advertising; “Ryuko Tsushin,” “here and there” and “Mayonaka” magazines; logotype of Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum; graphics for the exhibition “You reach out – right now – for something: Questioning the Concept of Fashion”; and book design of For a Language to Come, a collection of photos by Takuma Nakahira. He has published a collection of his works titled Kazunari Hattori Graphics.
Messages from the Artists
Kazunari Hattori’s arrival on the scene was exciting. Doing a show with him is a joy. G8’s planning staff has done wonders to make an old man happy. Yet my happiness was only at the start. The Big Bang I hoped for over the course of a year never happened. Kazunari Hattori understands that, even without saying so. – Masayoshi Nakajo
Two titles were considered: “Double Suicide” and “Betrayal.” I can’t imagine Masayoshi Nakajo would ever commit double suicide. And on my part, I don’t have it in me to commit a betrayal. It’s scary doing a joint exhibition, but if Masayoshi Nakajo betrays me, it would be something I could brag about. All I can do is close my eyes and dive in. – Kazunari Hattori
