“Decolonizing design” has been a key theme discussed in the industry worldwide in recent years – yet this idea hasn’t received much attention in Japan. Are designers in this country not interested in this topic? Or is it considered irrelevant? In this article, I will explore the context of design in Japan in relation to global design.

Emojis play a role beyond mere decoration or accentuation in modern communication. They are widely used in various services and have become an important element of communication, not just in language.