About the Book
The Japanese have a long-standing infatuation with characters cast as three-dimensional objects that represent products, companies, civic organizations, towns and just about anything else you can imagine. Idle Idol: The Japanese Mascot examines this fascinating cultural history, documenting the evolution of these character statues ubiquitous throughout the country today. More than three-dimensional logos, these mascots exemplify how the Japanese embrace the notion of cute in all aspects of life, dating back to the Edo period. Associated with a brand or shop the mascots also exist as stand-alone characters that people adore. Photographs and written explanations vivify these unique mascots that are artful, audacious and wholly Japanese!
Book Info
- Hardcover: 144 pages
- Publisher: Mark Batty Publisher
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0984190619
- ISBN-13: 978-0984190614
Publisher Info
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New York, NY 10018
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Email: Adri@markbattypublisher.com
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