A journey into Japan’s hot spring culture, capturing its calm, ritual, and moments to savor.
BOOK DESIGN
SOAK SOOTHE SIGHTSEE
COURSE
Typography 3
TERM
Fall 2023
DISCIPLINES
Type systems, editorial design
KEYWORDS
Sophisticated, calm, clean
INSTRUCTOR
Laurie Makela
OBJECTIVE
The objective of this project was to design a book that captures the serenity and cultural richness of Japanese onsen. Using a clean layout and a white-and-blue color palette, the design seeks to evoke a sense of calm, relaxation, and mindfulness while guiding readers through both sightseeing and wellness experiences. The book aims to translate the intangible feeling of peace found in onsen into a visual and tactile reading experience.
OBJECTIVE
The objective of this project was to design a book that captures the serenity and cultural richness of Japanese onsen. Using a clean layout and a white-and-blue color palette, the design seeks to evoke a sense of calm, relaxation, and mindfulness while guiding readers through both sightseeing and wellness experiences. The book aims to translate the intangible feeling of peace found in onsen into a visual and tactile reading experience.
BACKGROUND
Japan’s hot spring culture is celebrated for its restorative and meditative qualities. This project explores how graphic and editorial design can embody these qualities, creating a book that communicates tranquility through color, layout, and imagery. The design emphasizes minimalist aesthetics and harmonious composition to reflect the peacefulness of the onsen experience. By blending photography, typography, and spacious layouts, the book invites readers to slow down, soak in the culture, and find serenity within its pages.
BACKGROUND
Japan’s hot spring culture is celebrated for its restorative and meditative qualities. This project explores how graphic and editorial design can embody these qualities, creating a book that communicates tranquility through color, layout, and imagery. The design emphasizes minimalist aesthetics and harmonious composition to reflect the peacefulness of the onsen experience. By blending photography, typography, and spacious layouts, the book invites readers to slow down, soak in the culture, and find serenity within its pages.
