Japan House London Exhibition Highlights the Role of Japanese Pictograms in Visual Communication
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Jane Englefield
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Summary
The exhibition 'Pictograms: Iconic Japanese Designs' at Japan House London explores the significant role of pictograms in daily life, highlighting Japan's contributions to this visual language. Created in collaboration with Tokyo's Nippon Design Center, the show emphasizes how pictograms transcend linguistic and cultural barriers.
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The show was created in collaboration with Tokyo agency Nippon Design Center and highlights Japan's part in progressing the visual language of pictograms.
Pictograms like road signs and public symbols play a crucial role in transcending linguistic and cultural barriers.
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