Yusaku Kamekura  

is a pioneering Japanese graphic designer renowned for his influential work in poster design, particularly in the realm of corporate identity and advertising. Born in 1915, Kamekura's career spanned several decades during which he played a significant role in shaping the visual landscape of post-war Japan. His designs often incorporated a harmonious blend of traditional Japanese aesthetics with modernist principles, showcasing a unique synthesis of East and West. Kamekura is perhaps best known for his iconic posters promoting the Tokyo Olympics in 1964.

Ikko Tanaka

is celebrated for his extensive and diverse body of work that includes iconic visual identities for brands like Muji, Mazda, and Issey Miyake. Tanaka's design style seamlessly blended traditional Japanese aesthetics with modernist principles, characterized by bold geometries, vibrant colors, and innovative uses of typography. He played a pivotal role in the professionalization of graphic design in postwar Japan, contributing to various fields such as theatre, commercial branding, and book design. 

Tadashi Masuda

is one of the pioneers who emerged during the postwar period. He is known for his bold use of color contrasts and forms. He was also an early advocate for applying a photographic approach to design.

Shigeo Fukuda

was born in Tokyo in 1932, is renowned for his minimalist yet impactful approach to design, often incorporating clever optical illusions and symbolism to convey powerful messages on social and political issues. His mastery of negative space, juxtaposition, and perspective is evident in his iconic poster designs, such as "Victory 1945," which symbolizes peace through a dove formed by falling wooden blocks. Fukuda's influence extends beyond his individual works; as a professor at the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, he mentored and inspired generations of designers. 

Kazumasa Nagai

is known both as a modernist and a japаnese traditionalist, and is one of the most acclaimed japanese designers and printmakers. He created the iconic corporate logos for such major companies as mitsubishi UFJ and japan railways as well as thousands of posters, many of which are exhibited in modern art museums around the world. Nagai is recognized for his unique, timeless and visually dynamic imagery.
 

Tadanori Yokoo

is a renowned graphic designer and artist celebrated for his distinctive psychedelic posters. Influenced by Surrealism, American Pop Art, contemporary Japanese culture, and ukiyo-e prints, Yokoo's intricate and provocative works brought a new vision to postwar Japan. Yokoo's art reveals the unsettling aspects of Japanese society, evoking both anger and fear. He later created iconic posters and album covers for The Beatles, Carlos Santana, and Cat Stevens.