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About / I I I I
From assets of the past
to resources of the future—
Toward a living archive of design
“DESIGN デザイン design - JAPAN Design Resource Database -” is a network-based design archive that collects and accumulates valuable Japanese design resources that have supported everyday life and industry, aiming to inspire new industries and creative possibilities.
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Database / I I I I
A Digital Archive of
Japan’s Rich Design Resources
Japan is home to a vast number of rich design resources, many of which remain hidden from view. Some are at risk of disappearing, while others are rarely accessible to the public.
In collaboration with institutions that hold design resources across Japan—including companies, museums, and archives—we are building a database that digitally archives these materials and continues to expand over time.
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Open Data / I I I I
Explore Design Resources
from Every Angle
Selected design resources are digitized through high-resolution 3D scanning. These datasets are published under Creative Commons licenses, allowing anyone to freely access and use them for learning, research, and creative activities in a wide range of contexts.
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Study / I I I I
Exploring the Future
and Potential of Digital Archives
To reflect on the significance and future possibilities of design archives, we present interviews with pioneers who have been engaged in archiving design and cultural resources, as well as creative practices utilizing open data.
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Research / I I I I
Understanding the History
and Case Studies of Design Archives
This section introduces various initiatives and precedents related to design archives that have been developed over time.