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‘Kansei’ design takes center stage

The 10-day Kansei Japan Design show in Paris promotes the country’s ethos of blending sensitivity and oneness with nature

By Claire Rosemberg  /  AFP , PARIS

But with the world in financial meltdown and the yen rising on world currency markets, can Japan’s plan to revamp its industrial design arm yield results?

“During the years of economic growth everyone was after material wealth, now I think people are seeking richness of the heart,” Inaba said. “And the kansei movement is not purely export-driven, we must concentrate our efforts to go this extra mile.”

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