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About Designmate

We are a design company dedicated to supporting our clients’ sustainable growth through creative work centered on design and product planning. Since our founding in 1972, we have collaborated primarily with major manufacturers to create numerous iconic Japanese designs and products.

Over the past 50 years, client needs have evolved dramatically with the times. However, our unwavering commitment to discovering the essence of things and drawing bold, original outlines—creating something from nothing—has remained constant.

Moving forward, we will continue to work closely with our clients to build enduring, long-life brands that generate lasting value and contribute to their long-term success.

Designmate Inc.
Shun Hasebe, President and CEO

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STRENGTHS

Proven Expertise
No.1 in Japan Package Design Awards

Our team consists of top-tier designers and directors who have created some of Japan’s most iconic designs.
In the 2021 Japan Package Design Awards, we ranked No.1 in the number of winning entries, demonstrating our outstanding capabilities and experience.

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STRENGTHS

Exceptional Range and Responsiveness

Each project is handled by multiple designers with different areas of expertise—whether it’s food visuals, character design, or illustration—enabling us to deliver an impressively wide range of design proposals from the very first draft.
We also operate our own in-house kitchen studio and large-format UV inkjet printer, allowing us to offer fast and fully integrated one-stop services.

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STRENGTHS

Extensive Branding Experience

Creating a strong brand requires both a logical understanding of consumers and a compelling visual appeal.
We bridge the gap between logic (strategy and insight) and magic (creativity and intuition), helping numerous clients successfully build and grow their brands.