Japanese Art
Your Custom Japanese Style Art to Your Clothing, Handbags and Suitcase… for Commercial and Personal Use
Izumi Iwamoto
Our Artist, Izumi Iwamoto, Has Over 16 Years of Experience at Sanrio (Hello Kitty Company), Earning High Praise, Particularly in Design and Branding
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Please Contact Us via Contact Form to Request a Project. We Will Listen to Your Request with Warmth and Care
Our Vision
What Izumi Aims to Deliver in an Age Where Art is Being Replaced by AI and Technology
Custom Japanese-Style Art
We Specialize in Creating Custom Japanese-Style Art Tailored to Your Needs, Whether for Commercial or Personal Use, by Carefully Listening to Your Requests with Warmth and Care. With Over 16 Years of Experience at Sanrio (Hello Kitty Company) and Extensive Expertise in Various Fields of Art and Design, Our Artist, Izumi Iwamoto, Is Dedicated to Creating the Best Japanese-Style Art for You
traditional japanese Art
Izumi grew up in a family that runs a kimono painting factory, exposing her to traditional Japanese art from a young age. She studied sumi-e and nihonga during her student years and began seriously focusing on traditional Japanese art during the Hokusai Project (2017). Through her studies, she discovered that the kimono patterns she saw as a child featured motifs from Hokusai’s work, deepening her connection to both her family’s craft and the world of traditional Japanese art.
Characters
Since childhood, she has loved copying character illustrations from around her. She enjoyed drawing caricatures, simplifying people’s facial features to make them resemble characters. When she joined Sanrio, she began drawing iconic characters like Hello Kitty and My Melody more seriously. What she loves most about drawing characters is their cuteness, as well as the joy of immersing herself in their unique worldviews while creating them.
Company Logos and Websites
After leaving Sanrio, she began receiving more job offers from people outside the art world, leading to more opportunities to design company logos and create websites. Here is the quality of logos and websites we can design for you.
Other Projects
She is not only skilled in drawing characters and traditional Japanese art, but also has extensive experience in areas such as product branding, interior design, photography, and illustration for game production.
Traditional Japanese Art
Traditional Japanese art focuses on nature, simplicity, and balance, reflecting cultural values from Zen and Shinto. It includes forms like ukiyo-e, nihonga, and sumi-e, often depicting landscapes, daily life, and seasonal themes. Below are examples of artwork created by our artist, Izumi Iwamoto, showcasing the quality we can deliver for your request.
Characters
Japanese characters are iconic, cute, and expressive designs widely recognized in pop culture. Often associated with “kawaii” culture, they appear on products ranging from toys to fashion. Below are characters created by our artist, Izumi Iwamoto, especially during her time at Sanrio.
Company Logos and Websites
Company logos and websites are key to a brand’s identity, with logos representing the company’s values and websites serving as the digital space for user engagement. Below are logos and websites designed by our artist, Izumi Iwamoto.
Other Projects
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About Our Artist
Izumi Iwamoto
Izumi Iwamoto is a creative director and designer with extensive experience in the fields of art and design in Japan. After graduating from the Design Department of Saga Art University in 1995, she has built a career in Sanrio (Hello Kitty Company) and various companies, earning high praise particularly in the areas of character design and branding.
Childhood and Education
Raised in the beautiful landscape of Kyoto, Izumi has loved drawing since childhood, spending her time creating art at home. During her university years, she expanded her knowledge in art and design, learning techniques such as drawing, croquis, dessin, printing, and photography. Her time at university laid the foundation for her career.
Experience at Sanrio (1996-2012)
Izumi took her first professional step at Sanrio Co., Ltd. After gaining experience at an advertising agency, she joined Sanrio. She was captivated by characters like Hello Kitty, which she loved since childhood, and delved into not only character design but also the process of product commercialization, marketing, and the importance of nurturing characters. During her time at Sanrio, she learned how to cultivate characters through productization, animation, and Japanese comics, ensuring they reached a wide audience. She became particularly skilled in marketing techniques and integrating characters into everyday products, which strengthened the connection with consumers.
Freelance Work and New Challenges (2012-2017)
After leaving Sanrio in 2012, Izumi worked as a freelancer, doing character design for Weather Report and providing consulting services. She then joined the IT company Laplas System, where she worked on designing monitoring screens for Buildings such as Waseda University and The Tokyo Olympics 2022. Her passion for environmental conservation aligned with the company’s values, and she applied her interest in environmental sciences to her design work.
Hokusai Project and Pursuit of Branding (2017-2020)
In 2017, Izumi worked at Kindware Co., Ltd., contributing to the Hokusai Project, where she was involved in transforming art sources into product items and managing the creation of cast metal products. She also worked at SPR Japan, designing posters for perfumes and promotional displays, with a focus on branding and marketing. Through this experience, she learned how to connect corporate image with consumer sentiment, achieving significant results in brand strategy.
UI/UX Design and Interior Design Work (2021-2024)
From 2021, Izumi worked at Y and I Group Co., Ltd., focusing on UI design for websites and e-commerce sites. She collaborated with engineers to create user-friendly interfaces, specializing in UI and UX design. She also provided employee education and consulting. Additionally, she was involved in interior design and planning, showcasing her holistic design abilities.
Future Prospects and Agriculture/ Gaming Project (2025 and Beyond)
Starting in 2025, Izumi plans to venture into the fields of agriculture, gaming, and consulting. With a focus on regional contributions, such as the Kyoto Project, she is committed to promoting traditional Japanese art. She is passionate about passing on Japan’s youth culture and traditional Japanese art to the future and is enthusiastic about developing new projects to spread Japan’s charm, drawing from her rich experiences.
Vision for the Future
Izumi is dedicated to delivering “peaceful happiness to customers” and has a passion for sharing traditional Japanese art and character culture with the world. She aims to continue contributing to society through art and design, using the knowledge she has gained over the years to make a lasting impact.
The Making of Your Product
Here Are the Following Steps Until Your Product Is Sent to You
Step 1:
Schedule a 1-hour Zoom appointment with Izumi Iwamoto. Please use our contact form to provide three preferred dates and times that work best for you (e.g., 01/23/2025 14:00). Additionally, give us a rough idea of your project, so we can have a better understanding of what we’ll be discussing and make the most of our time together. We look forward to connecting with you soon.
Step 2:
During our Zoom session, we will discuss the details of your request, provide a rough estimate of our pricing, and discuss an approximate timeline for completion. Furthermore, as part of the payment process, we kindly request that half of the total amount be paid upfront as a deposit. The remaining balance will be due upon completion of the project. If you have any questions regarding payment or need further details, please feel free to contact us.
Step 3
Izumi would love to exchange other forms of communication, such as WhatsApp or Facebook, so she can easily stay in touch and continue discussing your art/design project during the creation process. Please feel free to ask her any questions you may have about your project, and she will respond with warmth and care.
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Our Vision
Beyond AI: The Power of Human Creativity
From Imagination to Reality—No AI Can Replicate
In an era where AI is rapidly evolving, its strength lies in creating based on existing information. However, the uniquely human ability to create something from nothing—turning zero into one—is more essential than ever.
As we adapt to the changing times, we remain committed to the value of human creativity. We believe in the brilliance of human expression and continue to pursue it with passion. With deep dedication, we craft art and design that AI cannot replicate—tailored to your vision and desires.
Hokusai and Japonisme
The Connection Between Hokusai and Japonisme
The Ripple Effect on Western Art and Design
Hokusai (1760-1849), often celebrated for his ukiyo-e masterpieces like “The Great Wave off Kanagawa ” profoundly influenced the Japonisme movement, which transformed Western art and design by introducing asymmetry, bold compositions, flat planes of color, and intricate natural motifs, inspiring artists like Van Gogh, Monet, and Art Nouveau designers to break from classical traditions and embrace a more dynamic, nature-centric aesthetic. He’s iconic art, including elements from his famous “Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji” series, is featured in Japanese passports, showcasing Japan’s rich cultural heritage to the world.