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Yoshihisa Tanaka
Inside the PaperA journey where light and shadow intersect, starting in the spring of 2021 and weaving a story over two years. This documentary traces the exploratory path of graphic designer Yoshihisa Tanaka, revealing his deep connection with the Tokyo Art Book Fair. It captures in detail the delicate process of setting up the 2023 fair, embodying the spirit of creation. The resonating hearts of Tanaka and Atsuki Kikuchi, and the small story depicted through their preparations for the fair, form an important part of this journey. A glimpse into Tanaka's private life reveals his deep love for nature, inspiring his designs. His understanding of paper and reverence for books breathe deep meaning into his work, overflowing with passion and exploration for art."
YUI TAKADA
Allright Yui Takada, a graphic designer actively working not only in Japan but also throughout Asia, including China and Taiwan. His studio, “Allright,” seems to be a space that flexibly involves many people, sparking various creative interactions. At the center of it all is Yui Takada—what is he thinking, and what actions is he taking? This documentary film seeks to answer these questions through a year-long investigation.

SHUN SASAKI
method of workWith the intense color blocking and the unrestrained shape expression, we draw the image of Sasaki as a rebellious Shibuya boy through the work. However, after half a year of documentary shooting, we learned that Sasaki is a "no alcohol, no overtime, health first" person. Though he has always been called a genius designer, what is the real Sasaki like at work? This documentary will show you a different side of this 30-year-old designer.
 IKKI KOBAYASHI
Beauty as seen2021Ikki Kobayashi, born in 1992, won the TDC Award from Tokyo TDC (Tokyo Type Directors Club) for his graduation design ''Kuso Shoso Homotsuzu''. A few years later, at the age of 27, Kobayashi won the JAGDA New Designer Award for his work ''Heiseha Konna Monchou''. In the same year, he resigned from Shiseido and became an independent designer. Furthermore, from April this year, Ikki Kobayashi began to teach introductory courses in visual design at the Joshibi University of Art and Design. 

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