Design Tone

‘Good design’ is purposeful, rather than creative:

Demonstrating diligence, meticulous attention to detail, and a sense of harmony between elements. Risk aversion and safety trumps creativity.

Visual aesthetics lean on simplicity and minimalism

With nods to Japanese traditional design principles, demonstrating an understanding of the rich cultural context of design in Japan: visual harmony, borrowing from nature, wabi sabi.

Beauty in functionality in product design

Every feature is well-thought out, purposeful, and pragmatic. Not simplicity for simplicity’s sake. Similarly, we need to underscore this purposefulness and thoughtfulness on the Canva platform.

Hyperlocalise

Feature Japanese-focused document types and visual themes to ensure relevance

Acknowledge

design traditions:

Incorporate Japanese design principles and

visual themes such as harmony and borrowing from nature

Embracing Japanese holidays

Ease and simplicity.

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minimalism

Relevant ​template topics

cosmetics / handmade cosmetics / clothing & accessories / bookstores / IT & software ​development / beauty salons / repair & maintenance shops / construction / renovation / local food ​wholesale / farming / fisheries / restaurants & cafes / bakeries / izakaya & pubs / fast food / clinics / ​pharmacies / financial & business consulting agencies / marketing and creative agencies / PR ​agencies / cram schools & private tutors / local real estate agencies / travel agencies / personal ​trainers / yoga studio / sport gyms / tech startups / florist & plant shops / ryokan and independent ​hotels / talent & model agencies / stationary shops

Global Services

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