Graphic-sha Publishing2023 Spring Catalog

Design & Illustration • Handcraft & Hobby • Food & Lifestyle
Drawing & Painting Techniques • Manga Techniques • ColoringDesign & Illustration
Celebration of ColorKen Matsuda Art Work II

Celebration of ColorKen Matsuda Art Work II

This is the second volume of a collection of works by the popularsocial media illustrator Ken Matsuda. Here he illustrates the“symbiosis of animals and plants” in brilliant color. This wonderfulbook offers over one hundred fifty illustrations – including thosedrawn especially for this book – under the five themes of: “Series
Collection,” “Four Seasons,” “Backgrounds + Animals,” “Flowers,”and “Reincarnation” (which is a first for Ken). The book also
includes a section on the making of the illustrations, an interview
with the artist, and commentary on each work by Ken Matsuda
himself! This book is packed with Ken Matsuda’s charm and issure to be coveted by his fans. It also comes with stickers speciallymade by the author.

Ken Matsuda
194 pages
210 x 297 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 2,700
978-4-7661-3664-7
千彩万華 マツダケン作品集Ⅱ

Artist Profile
Born in Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture in 1990. After graduating from the Department of Education at
Shimane University, Matsuda worked as a childcare giver and then moved on to work at Yonago City Hall.
He creates his works with pen and watercolor and his primary themes include the symbiotic relationshipbetween animals and plants. His works are mainly on social media. With no experience in professional art
studies, Matsuda has always tried to give his illustrations more vitality by relying simply on his sensitiveside and immersing himself completely in his work. In April of 2019, he became a full-fledged artist andcontinues to work actively to this day.

Design & Illustration
A Collection of Works by the Artist Tsukku:

Kakurigami in the Village of Beasts
A Bewitching yet Nostalgic Japanese Fantasy
A Collection of Works by the Artist Tsukku:
Kakurigami in the Village of Beasts

This is the first collection of works by illustrator Tsukku.
Interwoven among the fantastical story of “The Village ofBeasts” are approximately one hundred beautiful illustrations –some of which were drawn specifically to match the story. This
book also provides an explanation for the worldview/setting of
the “Village of Beasts” and the making of the illustrations. Fansof this type of art and story-making won’t be able to get enough!

Tsukku160 pages
182 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 2,300
978-4-7661-3699-9
獣の里のかくり神 つっく作品集

Artist Profile

To give proper expression to the existence of gods – dwelling in both nature and people’s hearts –Tsukku draws “nostalgic illustrations” with beasts and gods under the same theme of “indigenous
beliefs.” Tsukku’s illustrations are also published in Mysterious – Japanese Style Illustrations(Graphic-sha).
Contents

Chapter 1: The East Palace
Chapter 2: The West Palace
Chapter 3: The Divine WorkInterview with Tsukku •Worldview Reference Sources •The Making of Illustrations

Coloring
A Coloring Book – By Illustrator Narano
Cheerful and Cute – A New Style of Coloring Book

Storytelling Coloring Book

A Coloring Book
By Illustrator Narano

This is the first coloring book by illustrator Narano. She tends todraw a “heartwarming, yet somehow melancholic world.” This
book offers up thirty-five coloring pictures, including five newly
drawn pictures specifically for this book. This book also provides
some pointers regarding how best to color the pictures.

Narano80 pages
187 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 1,400
978-4-7661-3725-5
ならの塗り絵ブック

Design & Illustration
K–GR APHIC DESIGN INDEX
Today’s Korean Graphic Design Culture
Introducing a wealth of “current” Korean graphic design examples attracting
world-wide attention
Tetsuya Goto

Today’s Korean Graphic Design CultureEver since the major breakthroughs achieved in the 2000s,
Korean graphic design has garnered a great deal of attention.
This issue breaks down the thoughts and practices of twenty-two
different graphic designers, from Gen X through Millennials to
Gen Z, all of whom have attempted to connect global thought withlocal practice. This definitive work also includes sections thatcover the K-Pop graphic design scene, trends in Hangul fonts, anddesign education.
Artist Profile
Goto is an Associate Professor at KINDAI University in the Faculty of
Literature and Arts, and a Visiting Professor at Osaka University of Arts. He
conducts research related to graphic design and is the author of YELLOWPAGES (Seibundo Shinkosha, 2018), which covers graphic designers in
Asia. He has held numerous exhibitions, including: GR APHIC WEST
7: YELLOW PAGES (based on the aforementioned book (Kyoto dddd
Gallery, 2018)), GR APHIC WEST 9: Sulki & Min – which introduced Sulki& Min through a solo exhibition (Kyoto dddd Gallery, 2021) – and FIKR AGraphic Design (U.A.E., 2018) in collaboration with Na Kim. In reality hehas collaborated with many Korean graphic designers. He has also curated
Typojanchi, the Seoul International Typography Biennale, in 2013 and 2015.

Tetsuya Goto
120 pages
180 x 250 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 3,000
978-4-7661-3733-0
K-GRAPHIC INDEX
韓国グラフィックカルチャーの現在Contents

Chapter 1: C ontemporary Korean Graphic Design Culture as Seen in K-Pop and K-Movies(Propaganda / SM Entertainment)|
Chapter 2: M illenials Making the Leap (Ordinary People / SUUUB SERVICES / MHTL /Press Room / Paper Press / Kim Sang-kook / Oh Hyejin / Corners / DDBBMM/ Hong Eunji, Kim Hyeonjae / Shin Shin / Sin Dugho / Kang Munsik / SunnyStudio / WORKS / 6699press)|
Chapter 3: T he Generation that Brought About a Tectonic Shift, Generation X (Sulki & Min /Yi Jaemin) / workroom / Na Kim)}
Chapter 4: Korean Graphic Design Culture of the 2000s-2010s, as Seen in Various
Publications and Typefaces (Im Gyeongyeong, Ten Contexts that Make Up The
Book Society / Han Minjoo The Hangul Typeface Design Landscape from the
2000s to the 2010s) | Column: Korean Graphic Design Culture Keywords (K-POP/
Equality/Exhibition/Design Education) | K-GR APHIC-MUSIC-WORKSONGINDEX 2005-2022 (DJ Yesyes)

Handcraft & Hobby
Kami no Ondo meets Japanese Washi
and Papers of the World

Kami no Ondo meets
Japanese Washi
Fujitaand Papers of the Makoto
World
Kami no Ondo Co., Ltd.

I Never Knew the World and Japan Had Such a Wealth of Paper!
Paper lovers call Kami no Ondo, the paper specialty store in
Nagoya, the “Holy Land of Paper.” This book presents abundantphotos and text concerning eighty-seven items and one
hundred eighty-five different types of Japanese paper – such as
Rokuta paper – sur paper, bark paper, Thapa from around theworld, cedar bark paper, Noshu, Yukyu, Utsushizome washi,
Kizukihosho, and Honmino papers, and of course bamboo paper.
Highlights①: No other book introduces paper, from around theworld and Japan, like this one! Even paper lovers don’t know
about all of these particular papers.
Highlights②: Because of the trust people have in Kami no Ondo,
this book is able to recommend many different types of paper.
The author’s direct relationships with paper producers enables
him to gather together such a wide variety of paper.

Kami no Ondo Co., Ltd.
192 pages
148 x 210 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 2,300
978-4-7661-3671-5「紙の温度」が出会った
世界の紙と日本の和紙

Artist Profile

Kami no Ondo is a specialty paper store with approximately 20,000 handmade Japanesewashi items and paper products from around the world. The store sells a wide variety
of wonderful paper products they encountered while visiting both washi production
areas in Japan and handmade paper production sites around the world. Kami no Ondo islocated in Atsuta-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture.
https://www.kaminoondo.co.jp/
Contents

Introduction
Paper From Around the World
Column: “ The Man Who Can Tell You Everything About Paper: About Satoshi Shishikura,
Plant Lover”
Japanese Washi Paper
Conclusion

Handcraft & Hobby
Modern Japanese Calligraphy for Beginners
Having Fun With Japanese Characters
Have you ever wanted to write Japanese?
This book is for anyone around the world who is fond of Japanese!

お祝い、クリスマス、感謝の気持ちを表現した
グリーティングカード。
和モダンカリグラフィーをシーズンならではのカラフルなサインペンでアレンジすれば、いっそう楽しい雰囲気に。

HOW TO MAKE_P.108

Modern JapaneseCalligraphy
for Beginners

和紙の魅力を生かした小さな金封に、
和モダンカリグラフィーの文字を添えて。

席札は、お祝いの席にふさわしいエレガントなスタイルで。

和の心を込めて折り、水引を結ぶと特別な金封に。

幸せを運ぶ折り鶴とともに、ゲストをお迎えします。

言葉を変えれば、普段使いのアイテムにもなります。

初夏のウェディングをイメージして、カードの和紙は色墨で染めています。

HOW TO MAKE_P.102

HOW TO MAKE_P.100
8

Having Fun With
Japanese Characters

9

Shoko Harada
POINT 3

A

ANG

E LES

POINT 4

SO

N

RR

ア
レ
ン
ジ
書
体
を
愉
し
む

はんなりとした印象が魅力的な縦書き。
春風を使って書道の草書のイメージで、書くときのポイントをおさえながら、自由自在に愉しみましょう。

HOW TO WRITE HARUKAZE TATEGAKI

春 風 縦 書きのポイント
横書きのフレーズと同様に、縦書きは文字と文字をつなぐ部分がポイントになります。
書道の草書のイメージですがあまりくずしすぎず、和モダンカリグラフィーらしさを表現しましょう。

POINT 1

POINT 2

文字のサイズを意識する

ループは大胆に大きく

日本語には美しい擬音語や擬態語がたくさんあります。

ループを大きめに書くと、生き生きとした印象の文字に仕上がります。少し速いスピードで勢いよく書いてみましょ

言葉のイメージに合わせて、文字のサイズや線の強弱でう。左右のストロークの長さを同じくらいにするとバラン表現してみるのも、よい練習になります。同じ言葉が並ぶ

スがよくなります。

とき、最初は大きく、2回目は小さくしてみると、文字のバ
ランスやリズムがよくなります。

LESSON

LET’S WRITE!

「ありがとう」の縦書きを書いてみよう！

練習してみよう草書のイメージでリズムよく、つなげられるところはつなげて書きましょう。
「り」や
「う」は、
「y」や
「j」のようにループを作るのがポイントです。

すべらせるように力を抜いて書く
草書のように書きたいときは、極力力を抜いて速めのスピー

つなげる部分は
リズムよくドで書きましょう。ペン先を紙の上ですべらせるようにやさし

お手紙を書くときにも出番のく書くと、スムーズな筆運びにある縦書き。文字のすべてをなります。お手本の「あ」や「ゆ」

無理矢理つなげるのではなく、のように一部の文字を大きくし横書きの P43でも練習したよてメリハリをつけたり、始筆と

うに、リズムよくつなげられる

終筆の長さを揃えてバランスよ

ところを探してみましょう。

くするのもポイントです。

50“Modern Calligraphy,” written with a pen instead of a brush,
has been attracting a lot of attention in recent years as a wayof expressing characters in a more personal and flexible way.
This book provides a practical introduction to writing “Modern
Japanese Calligraphy,” a new type of modern calligraphy thatthe author has interpreted in her own unique way. The aim of
this book is to make the Japanese language more enjoyablethrough the stylish writing of characters. It introduces methods
for drawing both hiragana and katakana, how to draw original
typefaces, and how to enjoy DIY projects using Japanese Modern
Calligraphy – mainly through the use of the author’s own
original typeface “春風 (Shunpu).” The book is also packed withphrases that can be used in everyday life and at various events.
The guide sheet format allows you to write directly in the book,so you can practice over and over again.

51

Shoko Harada
112 pages
182 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 1,600
978-4-7661-3709-5
日本語を愉しむ
はじめての和モダンカリグラフィー

Contents• Part	
1: Introduction to Modern Japanese Calligraphy / Basic Line Strokes,

Practicing the “ 春風 (Shunpu)” Typeface / Practice: Kanji, Numbers, Phrases, etc.
• Part	
2: Enjoying Arranged Typefaces / Practice with Arranged Typefaces“ 春風縦書き(Shunpu Vertical Writing),” “ 花ごころ(Hana Gokoro),”“レトロモダン(Retro Modern)” / Enjoying Changes in Various Characters, etc.
• Part	
3: Enjoying Japanese Modern Calligraphy / Introduction to Having Fun with DIY

Projects Using Japanese Modern Calligraphy

Drawing & Painting Techniques
Coloring Style
Photorealistic, Colored Pencil Drawing Workbook[Animals]

Coloring Style

Photorealistic,
Colored Pencil
Drawing
Workbook

Animals

Contents

Irodoriaru

LESSON 1	Basic Knowledge of Colored Pencil Drawing and Techniques for Drawing
Animals	
Visualtips are provided for everything from necessary tools and coloring
techniques, to how to create three-dimensional effects, render glossy fur, how todraw eyes, etc.
LESSON 2 Drawing Animals with Colored Pencils

You will surely read this twice, or perhaps even three times!
This book provides detailed instructions on how to draw
photorealistic, sixteen colored pencil, drawings along with a
total of over five hundred fifty step-by-step photographs! This is
the ultimate guide to drawing lifelike animals of all kinds! Cats,dogs, rabbits, and other popular animal motifs are carefully
selected for beginners. There are tips for drawing all kinds ofanimals, including their distinctive crystal-clear eyes and fluffy
fur. In addition to basic techniques, this book shares advanced
techniques developed by members of the artistic groupirodoreal. Includes line drawings of all sixteen works.

	
Ladybugs,
Tropical Fish, Rosy-faced Lovebirds, Labrador Retrievers,
Scarab Beetles, Penguins, Scottish Folds, Red-eyed Tree Frogs, Dolphins,
Rabbits, Shiba Inu, Alpine Black Swallowtails, Hamsters, Russian Blue Cats,
Pomeranians, and Abyssinians.

Irodoreal

160 pages
182 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 1,700
978-4-7661-3715-6
塗り絵式
写真にしか見えない
色鉛筆画上達ドリル［動物編］

Appendix:

Sample Drawing Sketches

Author Profile

irodoreal is a photorealistic colored pencil artist group whose works are gaining attention
on social and other media. They are a group of up-and-coming colored pencil artists who
ultimately pursue photorealism. The group was formed to propagate the appeal of coloredpencil drawing, while improving each other’s skills through friendly rivalry. The group,
and individual members, have over 190K followers on Twitter in total. Since Fall 2019,
irodoreal has continuously lit up various media and held exhibitions.
Twitter: 14K followers

Drawing & Painting Techniques
Landscape Painting with
Watercolor Impression Techniques
Remember this one simple thing, “properly fix the point of view”
and your paintings will look so much better!

Landscape Painting with
Watercolor Impression Techniques
Author Profile

The watercolor impressionist method is used to produce
dramatic impressions of light and dark.
The main point is always to determine the main subject of thepainting, and then fix the point of view to produce a dramaticeffect.
In this book, the author shows original watercolor impression
techniques. This technique can actually change ordinary
landscapes into high quality works of art.
This is a how-to book on watercolors for beginners, with just asmall number of colors per work.
Anyone who can master the technique of “fixing the point ofview” can create dramatic paintings. This book provides avisual explanation of not just the basic techniques, but also
how to determine the proper point of view and techniques forcompletion. Seventeen works with different characteristics areused as examples.
Includes a collection of twenty-two landscape paintings.

Motoharu Yano
160 pages
182 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 1,800
978-4-7661-3690-6
水彩印象画法で描く風景画

Born in Kamakura in 1988. Graduated from Nihon University College of Art, Departmentof Design in 2012. He opened Kamakura Watercolor Art House in 2017, and was selected
as a member of the Japanese team for the FabrianoInAcquarello (International Watercolor
Convention) in 2022. Currently he teaches watercolor painting at the Kamakura Watercolor
Art House and at Asahi Culture Yokohama. He has made numerous media appearances,including spots on TV Asahi and NHK General TV. Awards received include the Newcomer's
Prize at the 56th Tokyo Metropolitan Exhibition in 2021, Honorable Mention at the 73rd Chuo
Art Association Exhibition, and the Special Prize at the 23rd Kazaguruma Calligraphy andPainting Exhibition in 2022. List of publications: Suisai Inshoga: Heisei Kamakura no Kioku(Watercolor Impression Painting: Memories of Heisei Kamakura), Suisai Inshoga: Nihon no
Kokoro Daiishu Jiku wo Koeta Aminizumu (Watercolor Impression Painting: Japanese Spirit
Vol. 1 – Animism Beyond Time and Space), and Suisai Inshoga: Nihon no Kokoro Dainishu
Tumugareta Esupuri Yokohama Tokyo (Watercolor Impression Painting: Japanese Spirit Vol. 2 Spinning Esprit Yokohama and Tokyo (Rekishi Tanbo-sha)."•Contents

LESSON 1 Watercolor Impression Painting and Basic Techniques
Explanation of Painting Materials and Watercolor Impression Methods. Six Basic Techniques.
LESSON 2 Painting Landscapes Using the Watercolor Impressionist Method
Commentaries on the visuals of seventeen total works: three basic, seven domestic
landscapes, and seven overseas landscapes.
Gallery
Twenty-two of the author’s beautiful landscapes”

Handcraft & Hobby
Numerology Through MANGA – Self-reference Manual
You finally
noticed us!!

Question: How Can I Live Life “My Way?” Answer: With Manga!!

We can finally talk!
I’m Mutsuko,
Suhi Number 6.

Yay!!

What!?

Ayano, you said,“I want be usefularound the office.”
Just do it!!

We just calculated
them for you a minuteago, right?
Everybody has their
numbers.

That’snot
fun atall…

Numerology

PROLOGU E

2 An introduction to basic Suhi number
properties.

Through MANGA

3 An introduction to Suhi number
keywords.

4

Self-reference Manual

2
5

3

PART

Grin

I’m a genius when it

If it’s difficult tohave fun doing your
job,

Cute

Since thenI’ve stopped
beating myselfup.

Hmm, that’s aninteresting plan.

Let’s see here …
You’ve changed, andseem to be morecheerful at work.
What’s happened?

just do something fun
after work to balanceout Mimi and Mutsuko’s
needs.

Well…
Look, look!!
It’s the chief!!

11

7 The characteristics and merits(meaning an attribute you shouldtake advantage of) associated withyour LP / B combination, as well as
things to watch out for and how todeal with them (thoughts and actions
that are likely to occur due to LP / B
properties), are explained in a lovely
manga format.

A Dwarf!?

04

They are mypartners.

Two of them!?

???

We are Suhi
numberpersonifications!

It’s simple enough.
But not totallystraightforward
as there are two
numbers perperson.

I don’t likeroutines,
but all Ryoka did waslisten to Shiro and try
to do the same thing
every day.

How to Calculate Your Numbers

Ryoka was in agony
and used to ask
herself, “Is this what I
want?”

Life Path Number (LP)
Add up each digit of your birthdate.
It the result is two digits, add them together.

Weeping…

Example: February 2, 1982. 2+2+1+9+8+2 = 24

❶ 1 + 9 + 8 + 2 + 2 + 2 = 24 ❷ 2 + 4 = 6

Have you everwondered what you
are really good at?

Have you ever struggled
when trying to change apart of you that you want
to be better?

Paperwork due
today

I forgot the paperwork
due date again.
Chief was so unhappy,
I got yelled at …

Hi Ryoka!
Long time
no see!!

Aptitude Testlifications

X levelHow I can be more
useful in the office?

Yeah, it’s beena while!
Since I quit thecompany, no?

And, what if there issomething inside youthat is telling you that?
Phew

Oh!!
Ayano, are you
interested in an
aptitude test basedon fortune-telling?

Somehow yourattempts just don’t
succeed.

and what you don’t like about
yourself is “in fact a strength.”

Again?
I couldn’t do it rightagain.

Ayano,
are you still working
on that paperwork?

Blah,

Today’sSpecial

You seem tobecome stressedout quite easily,
so try to ventfrequently.

The more you try, themore distracted you
become. So, maybe you
should just take it easy!

Ryoka,Can you read my
mind?

Let’s
try otherthings!

That’s when I
stumbled upon
Suhi Numerology.

Listen, being
persistentis better!!!

No, I can’t.

Keywords:
Dependable,
Foundation, etc.

Keywords:
Free, Change,etc.

It’s that easy tofigure out my thought
patterns......?

Then, I found out
about these guys.

Both are a precious
part of myself

When LP and B are the same, it is difficult to feel inharmonious withinyourself. However, given that the properties of Suhi numbers remain the same,
there is a tendency towards friction with others whose natures do not mix
with yours. In the end, this is often because your personality is so “strong.”

8

B

7

LP

1

B

1

What Are the LP And B ?

That’s so wonderful!!!

LP:
Life Path Number

Hereafter, abbreviated as LP.

Now everyday isrewarding and fun!

LP

This book deals with two types of numbers. Each of these two numbers is “part of you.”
Check out PART 1 for the detailed properties of the two numbers you have calculated.

Ryoka...

So, I’ve decided to change jobs tosomething where I get out of theoffice more. That way, I can better
utilize the properties offered by
Sogo.

B:
Birthday Number

We’re here foryou, Ayano!

Don’t make me blush!!

08

B is 1.

★ If your day of birthday is 11 or 22, there is no need to calculate the sum.

Heeey!!
Sogo

LP and B are
the Same

Birthday Number (B)Example: day of birth is 28. 1 + 0 = 1❶ 2 + 8 = 10 ❷ 1 + 0 = 1

Hold your own
panel dude!

Shiro

When LP and B are different, there is a tendency to feel a sense of disconnect
in one’s mind because the properties of LP and B clash. However, thegreat advantage of this pattern is that “you can have multiple numerology
characteristics,” so you can either adopt the commonalities of both LP and
B or you can use different modes at different times if it is difficult to findcommonalities. For example, you can “allowing LP properties to dominate
one time, but then give B attributes a chance next time.” This can often
reduce “feelings of agony.”

LP is 6.

Take your day of birthdate and add up the digits.
If the result has two digits, add them together.

Dependable Shiro
Free spirited Sogo

blah,
blah

blush

What Difference Does It Make If Your LP and B
Numbers Are Different / Or The Same?
LP and B are
Different★ It the result is [11][22] or [33], do not add them together. The calculation is complete.

So, that is “Suhi
Numerology!”

Numerology tells me
how things work.

Chief isn’t happy...

Add up the numbers inany birthdate. Based on
the properties of thosenumbers, Suhi Numerology
can predict your thought
patterns.

Ah!, Well, to put it
bluntly. Numbers
have different
properties!

Okay, okay. Tellme your birthday!

Maybe you aretrying to please
people toomuch.

Too long,
too long

Be concise! We
don’t have enoughpages for all that!

Wow, that’s agreat question!

If I said no, that’dbe a lie but……?

Ryoka
Ayano’s
ex-colleague

Um…

It originated back in ancient times (around the 6th
century B.C.) when Pythagoras – the Philosopher/
Mathematician – asserted that, “All things arenumbers.” Research was subsequently conducted toconnect the meaning of shapes with numbers and toread hidden meanings found in numbers.
The meanings behind numbers such as 666, the sevendays of creation, and other biblical numbers can befound ......

Really??

Wham~~

Umm … Ryoka said
that, but what do you
mean by, ”Numerology
tells you”?

Um……

tion

What if your strong suit ishidden inside “what you
take for granted”

I’m Sogo! Nice
to meet you!!

Yaaah!
Ryoka didn’t
listen to me
at all.

The
personification！
introduced it itself!

WhooshOops! …
Qua

to find what you’re really
good at and to find an
enjoyable way to overcome
your struggles.

10

6 Check the page that lists yourparticular LP / B combination for
more.

7

OO Certifica

Chief, have youheard about Suhi
Numerology?
I hope you’ll
make use of thisbook

Reward myself

2

Thank you!

Now, I cannow enjoy myeveryday life.

Work’s all done!!

The reason why your actions aren’t always in accordance with your thoughts is because theproperties of your LP and B are different. In Part 2, we will explore your nature in more depth.

6This one!!

A few weeks latter……

may have been told
something like that
before...!

I never thought
I could do this.

5 Unravel and explain manga contents.

Looks likeshe’s having
fun.

Which penshall I use
today?

She’s
brightening
the whole
room!

Grin
Wow,
standing
Huuunh …tealeaves!
That’s goodluck!!
Come to think of it, I

comes to having fun.

Let’s Get to KnowYour Numbers

4 Each Suhi number is explained ineasy-to-understand manga formats
that include: “Suhi number thought
patterns (personified characters),”“Weak and strong attributes ofthe person with the presented
Suhi number,” “Interpersonal
relationships,” etc.

1

I feel so relieved...!

But…

you smile

but if you find merit in Mimi anduse that to Ayano’s advantage,
you just might please everyone!

1
1 A personified character represents
each Suhi number.

Meaning, I need to takecare of both traits.

Let’s try to work withan eye to having fun atsame time...

Make people around

How To Enjoy This Book

The characteristics and properties of your numbers (LP and B), which
can be found on p. 12, are explained here in detail, in manga format.

That’s Mutsuko’s
greatest desire, but
if you focus only on
that, it doesn’t doMimi any good.

be as efficientas possible

Indeed, Mimi is focused on
having fun,PART

Making the most use of Mimi
and Mitsuko is necessary to
be most like myself.

This is Mimi,
Suhi Number 3.

09

12Hereafter, abbreviated as B.

The literal translation is: “The number of paths you follow in life.”
This is the number that represents your personality and “theway you want to live your life.” LP expresses your subconscious“thinking habits,” such as “this is common sense,” “this action isgood or bad,” or “I must do this.” LP forms your base sense of value
and the way you perceive things. * This book considers LP to be
dominant.

The literal translation is: “The number corresponding to the day youwere born.” It’s an auxiliary number that helps you with your life
and accentuates the strengths you were born with. B knows how
to put your mind at ease and doesn’t judge “what is good or bad”
like LP does. Instead, B acts like a supportive figure who gives you
tweaks and advice on your “thinking habits” – the properties of LP.
Depending on the combination of numbers and the environment inwhich you have lived, some people may feel that B has a stronger
influence than LP on their thinking patterns.

Oddnumbered LP
and B,
Even-numbered
LP and B

If your LP and B are both odd-numbers, you may be said lack cooperativenessbecause you tend to go your own way. Conversely, you yourself may feel that
it is “hard to be you” knowing that you are causing friction with those aroundyou. If you have a hard time with interpersonal relationships, try to reveal yourSuhi Number properties little by little. On the other hand, if your LP and B are
even-numbers, you tend to be overly accommodating of others. Thus, you may
find interpersonal relationships difficult. On the other hand, when you try to
manipulate others according to your desire, you may end up on someone’s bad
side. If you are this type of person, you can reduce your emotional pain by not
being such a people pleaser.

Chief!!
I’m sorry, I’ll
get on it andfinish that up
right away.

Ayano
Office worker

Ayano?

Really??

Zoom…

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Artist Profile

This new book on numerology uses manga to lay out methods
for, “How to live your life as you wish” by deciphering daily
thought patterns based off of your birthdate. People have twokinds of numbers, their Life Path Number (LP) and their
Birthday Number (B), both of which reveal thought patterns. By
using the personified character associated with each number,this book carefully explains the characteristics and properties ofthese two types of numbers, as well as the causes and remedies
for the unclear mind caused by your number combination. It
contains the three most valuable characteristics of any valuable
book. It is: “Easy to understand,” “Colorful,” and “Cute!

Tsuzuri Masumoto
240 pages
148 x 210 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 1,500
978-4-7661-3650-0
マンガで読み解く数秘占い〜私の取り扱い説明書〜

Numerology counselor and illustrator. Masumoto encountered Numerology in 2014 andbegan learning from anumber of fortune tellers. Her studies included attending the Subliminal Numerology
Academy. She began counseling in 2015 and qualified as an Advanced Numerology
Counselor in 2018, before becoming independent in 2020. She only gives counseling throughsocial networking services, blogs, and word of mouth. Her unique style of counseling, whichuses manga to provide explanations, has been well received.
Twitter https://twitter.com/usogoto
12K followers
Contents• P rologue: Let’s Get to Know Your Numbers (What is Numerology? / How to Calculate Your Numbers /What Are LP and B? / What Difference Does It Make If Your LP and B Numbers Are Different / Or The
Same? / In Suhi Numerology, There Is No Number that Is Superior Or Inferior To Anther. Suhi Number
Compatibilities Are Mutual / Are Repeating Digits Special?
• PART 1: Know Yourself Through Suhi Numbers (Suhi Number 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 22, 33)• PART 2: Know Yourself In Depth!
(What Is an “Internal Meeting” of Suhi Numbers? / Life Path Number 1 ~ 33 Explained) "13

Introduction
Actions we take carelessly even though we didn’t really mean to.

Table Of Contents
Introduction.................................. 02
How To Enjoy This Book............... 04

Things we want to fix but can’t seem to get right.
Prologue Let’s Get to Know Your Numbers

People close to me tell me that “You’re doing great!”But, I don’t believe it at all.

Prologue Manga................................................................................................................................ 06
How To Calculate Your Numbers / What Are LP And B ?.................................................................. 12Interpersonal relationship habits.

What Difference Does It Make If Your LP and B Numbers Are Different / Or The Same?................ 13
In Suhi Numerology, There Is No Number that Is Superior Or Inferior To Anther. Suhi NumberThis book deciphers your daily thought patterns, based on birthdate
numerology, and explains “how to manage your life so that you arewhat you are.” All in manga format!
This is a fortune-telling book, but it doesn’t divine your future.

This kind of numerology is called “Suhi Numerology”
or “Suhi Numerology Devining.”
Can you decipher such things using just numbers?
It is perfectly understandable to think so.
In reality however, each number has both its own meaning and its own“quirks.” For instance, some numbers are good or bad at certain thingsand “act” with a will of their own. Just like human beings!
In fact, these “quirks” are deeply related to your thought patterns.
Furthermore, each person has “two kinds” of thought patterns.
In this book, these thought patterns are personified andintroduced as your own personal “two kinds of Suhi.”
These thought patterns can be either a source of trouble or a powerfulweapon, depending on how you look at them. I really hope this bookwill provide you with some hints to “live your life so thatyou are what you are.”02

Compatibilities Are Mutual / Are Repeating Digits Special?............................................................. 14

PART 1 Know Yourself Through Suhi Numbers
Suhi Number 1.................16

Suhi Number 7................52

Suhi Number 2.................22

Suhi Number 8................58

Suhi Number 3.................28

Suhi Number 9................64

Suhi Number 4.................34

Suhi Number 11...............70

Suhi Number 5.................40

Suhi Number 22..............76

Suhi Number 6.................46

Suhi Number 33..............82

Column: Perfect Methods For Each And Everyone!.......88

PART 2 Know Yourself In Depth!

What Is an “Internal Meeting” of Suhi Numbers?
Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 1.......92

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 7....... 164

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 2.....104

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 8....... 176

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 3..... 116

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 9....... 188

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 4.....128

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 11..... 200

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 5.....140

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 22..... 212

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 6.....152

Someone Whose Life Path Number Is 33..... 224

Suhi Numerology Q&A.................... 236
Afterword......................................... 238
References....................................... 239

How To Enjoy This BookPART1

The characteristics and properties of your numbers (LP and B), which
can be found on p. 12, are explained here in detail, in manga format.
1 A personified character represents
each Suhi number.
2 An introduction to basic Suhi number
properties.

4

4 Each Suhi number is explained ineasy-to-understand manga formats
that include: “Suhi number thought
patterns (personified characters),”“Weak and strong attributes ofthe person with the presented
Suhi number,” “Interpersonal
relationships,” etc.

1
2
3

PART

3 An introduction to Suhi number
keywords.

5

5 Unravel and explain manga contents.

2

The reason why your actions aren’t always in accordance with your thoughts is because theproperties of your LP and B are different. In Part 2, we will explore your nature in more depth.

6

7

04

6 Check the page that lists yourparticular LP / B combination formore.
7 The characteristics and merits(meaning an attribute you shouldtake advantage of) associated withyour LP / B combination, as well as
things to watch out for and how todeal with them (thoughts and actions
that are likely to occur due to LP / B
properties), are explained in a lovely
manga format.

PROLOGU E
Let’s Get to KnowYour Numbers

Have you everwondered what you
are really good at?

Have you ever struggled
when trying to change apart of you that you want
to be better?

Paperwork due
today

I forgot the paperwork
due date again.
Chief was so unhappy,
I got yelled at …

Hi Ryoka!
Long time
no see!!

Aptitude Test

How I can be more
useful in the office?

Oops ! …

Um……

OO CertifiQualificationscation
X levelWhat if your strong suit ishidden inside “what you
take for granted”

Yeah, it’s beena while!
Since I quit thecompany, no?

and what you don’t like about
yourself is “in fact a strength.”And, what if there issomething inside youthat is telling you that?
Ph e w

Oh!!
Ayano, are you
interested in an
aptitude test basedon fortune-telling?

Somehow yourattempts just don’t
succeed.

Again?
I couldn’t do it rightagain.

If I said no, that’dbe a lie but……?

Ryoka
Ayano’s
ex-colleague

Okay, okay. Tellme your birthday!

Um…

The more you try, themore distracted you
become. So, maybe you
should just take it easy!

Maybe you aretrying to please
people too
much.

Wham

~~

Ayano,
are you still working
on that paperwork?

Really??

Today’sSpecial

You seem tobecome stressedout quite easily,
so try to ventfrequently.

Ryoka,Can you read mymind?

No, I can’t.

Don’t make me blush!!
Numerology tells me
how things work.

Chief isn’t happy...

Chief!!
I’m sorry, I’ll
get on it andfinish that up
right away.

Ayano
Office worker

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Ayano?

Really??

Zoom…

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A Dwarf!?

They are mypartners.

Two of them!?

???

Umm … Ryoka said
that, but what do you
mean by, ”Numerology
tells you”?

It originated back in ancient times (around the 6th
century B.C.) when Pythagoras – the Philosopher/
Mathematician – asserted that, “All things arenumbers.” Research was subsequently conducted toconnect the meaning of shapes with numbers and toread hidden meanings found in numbers.
The meanings behind numbers such as 666, the sevendays of creation, and other biblical numbers can befound ......

Blah,

Too long,
too long

Add up the numbers inany birthdate. Based on
the properties of thosenumbers, Suhi Numerology
can predict your thought
patterns.

I don’t likeroutines,
but all Ryoka did waslisten to Shiro and try
to do the same thing
every day.

Yaaah!
Ryoka didn’t
listen to me
at all.

Let’s
try otherthings!

That’s when I
stumbled upon
Suhi Numerology.

Ryoka was in agony
and used to ask
herself, “Is this what I
want?”

Weeping…

Listen, being
persistentis better!!!
Dependable Shiro
Free spirited Sogo

blah,
blah

Be concise! We
don’t have enoughpages for all that!

Wow, that’s agreat question!

Ah!, Well, to put it
bluntly. Numbers
have different
properties!

It’s simple enough.
But not totallystraightforward
as there are two
numbers perperson.

The
personification！
introduced it itself!

WhooshI’m Sogo! Nice
to meet you!!

We are Suhi
numberpersonifications!

blush

Then, I found out
about these guys.

Both are a precious
part of myself
Ryoka...

So, I’ve decided to change jobs tosomething where I get out of theoffice more. That way, I can better
utilize the properties offered by
Sogo.

That’s so wonderful!!!

So, that is “Suhi
Numerology!”
Hold your own
panel dude!

08

Heeey!!

Shiro

Sogo

Keywords:
Dependable,
Foundation, etc.

Keywords:
Free, Change,etc.

It’s that easy tofigure out my thought
patterns......?

Now everyday isrewarding and fun!

We’re here foryou, Ayano!

09You finally
noticed us!!

We can finally talk!
I’m Mutsuko,
Suhi Number 6.

Yay!!

Making the most use of Mimi
and Mitsuko is necessary to
be most like myself.

Meaning, I need to takecare of both traits.

This is Mimi,
Suhi Number 3.

What!?

Ayano, you said,“I want be usefularound the office.”
Just do it!!

We just calculated
them for you a minuteago, right?
Everybody has their
numbers.

That’snot
fun atall…

be as efficientas possible

But…

Indeed, Mimi is focused on
having fun,comes to having fun.

Grin

Grin
Wow,
standing
Huuunh …tealeaves!
That’s goodluck!!
Come to think of it, I

CuteWhich penshall I use
today?

Since thenI’ve stopped
beating myself
up.

This one!!

Work’s all done!!
Reward myself

Hmm, that’s aninteresting plan.

Thank you!

Chief, have youheard about Suhi
Numerology?
I hope you’ll
make use of thisbook

may have been told
something like that
before...!

just do something fun
after work to balanceout Mimi and Mutsuko’s
needs.

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Looks likeshe’s having
fun.

Let’s try to work withan eye to having fun atsame time...

A few weeks latter……
She’s
brightening
the wholeroom!

you smile

I never thought
I could do this.

If it’s difficult tohave fun doing yourjob,

I feel so relieved...!

Make people around

but if you find merit in Mimi anduse that to Ayano’s advantage,
you just might please everyone!

I’m a genius when it

That’s Mutsuko’s
greatest desire, but
if you focus only on
that, it doesn’t doMimi any good.

Now, I cannow enjoy myeveryday life.
Let’s see here …
You’ve changed, andseem to be morecheerful at work.
What’s happened?

Well…
Look, look!!
It’s the chief!!

to find what you’re really
good at and to find an
enjoyable way to overcome
your struggles.

11How to Calculate Your NumbersLife Path Number (LP)
Add up each digit of your birthdate.
It the result is two digits, add them together.
Example: February 2, 1982. 2+2+1+9+8+2 = 24

❶ 1 + 9 + 8 + 2 + 2 + 2 = 24 ❷ 2 + 4 = 6

What Difference Does It Make If Your LP and B
Numbers Are Different / Or The Same?
LP and B are
Different

When LP and B are different, there is a tendency to feel a sense of disconnect
in one’s mind because the properties of LP and B clash. However, thegreat advantage of this pattern is that “you can have multiple numerology
characteristics,” so you can either adopt the commonalities of both LP and
B or you can use different modes at different times if it is difficult to findcommonalities. For example, you can “allowing LP properties to dominate
one time, but then give B attributes a chance next time.” This can often
reduce “feelings of agony.”

LP and B are
the Same

When LP and B are the same, it is difficult to feel inharmonious withinyourself. However, given that the properties of Suhi numbers remain the same,
there is a tendency towards friction with others whose natures do not mix
with yours. In the end, this is often because your personality is so “strong.”

LP is 6.

★ It the result is [11][22] or [33], do not add them together. The calculation is complete.

Birthday Number (B)Take your day of birthdate and add up the digits.
If the result has two digits, add them together.
Example: day of birth is 28. 1 + 0 = 1❶ 2 + 8 = 10 ❷ 1 + 0 = 1

B is 1.

★ If your day of birthday is 11 or 22, there is no need to calculate the sum.

LP

8

B

7

LP

1

B

1

What Are the LP And B ?
This book deals with two types of numbers. Each of these two numbers is “part of you.”
Check out PART 1 for the detailed properties of the two numbers you have calculated.

LP:
Life Path Number

Hereafter, abbreviated as LP.

B:
Birthday Number

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Hereafter, abbreviated as B.

The literal translation is: “The number of paths you follow in life.”
This is the number that represents your personality and “theway you want to live your life.” LP expresses your subconscious“thinking habits,” such as “this is common sense,” “this action isgood or bad,” or “I must do this.” LP forms your base sense of value
and the way you perceive things. * This book considers LP to be
dominant.

The literal translation is: “The number corresponding to the day youwere born.” It’s an auxiliary number that helps you with your life
and accentuates the strengths you were born with. B knows how
to put your mind at ease and doesn’t judge “what is good or bad”
like LP does. Instead, B acts like a supportive figure who gives you
tweaks and advice on your “thinking habits” – the properties of LP.
Depending on the combination of numbers and the environment inwhich you have lived, some people may feel that B has a stronger
influence than LP on their thinking patterns.

Oddnumbered LP
and B,
Even-numbered
LP and B

If your LP and B are both odd-numbers, you may be said lack cooperativenessbecause you tend to go your own way. Conversely, you yourself may feel that
it is “hard to be you” knowing that you are causing friction with those aroundyou. If you have a hard time with interpersonal relationships, try to reveal yourSuhi Number properties little by little. On the other hand, if your LP and B are
even-numbers, you tend to be overly accommodating of others. Thus, you may
find interpersonal relationships difficult. On the other hand, when you try to
manipulate others according to your desire, you may end up on someone’s bad
side. If you are this type of person, you can reduce your emotional pain by not
being such a people pleaser.
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2Suhi Number 2 Thought Patterns

Modest Personality that Always
Puts the Other Person First

Ugh, it’s
so tacky.

Let’s put
this on!!

Glad youshared things
you like withme…!
there are always
these types ofconflicting opinions.

In the minds ofthose who have
Suhi Number 2,

Yes, yes
I understand

Nice

But…

Thud

Maybe I’m wrong tothink it’s tacky...

you sometimes
discredit your own
opinion.

Since you put theother person’s opinion
before your own,

Is it Ok?

That’s okay, not everything has to be so black and white!

name:FutabaSuhi Number 2 is a good listener who sympathizes with the other personand stays close to that person. Because of its gentle nature, people whohave this number are easily repulsed when spoken to strongly. They also
give priority to others’ feelings, especially those they like. Although you
may appear to lack confidence, this is because you are so considerate ofothers. The key word for Suhi Number 2 is “acceptance,” so it is okay if
you can’t assert yourself clearly. If there is something you like, your daily
life is all about that thing. However, if there is something you dislike, you
don’t want that thing in your sight. That can be quite a surprise to thosearound you. This dissonance is the charm of Suhi Number 2: modest but
emotionally honest.
Keywords for Suhi Number 2
Connection, Cooperative, Empathic, Yin-yang, Middle, Mediation,
Ambiguous, Feminine, Passive, Introverted, Support, Emotional,
Romantic, Good listener, Dividing, Supportive, Accepting

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Accept yourinternal thoughts

no tIt’sactlyex .
me

It will be easierthat way.

I wa
r e sp n t t ooth e c tpref ers’
e re nc e s.

I appreciate yourthoughtfulness,but I’m not sure if
Uncertainty
Happ y I want to put it onright now ......
Can I keep itthough?
Okay !!

Express bothfeelings as theyare.

Commentary
If you are a Suhi Number 2, you are always trying to fit in with others. Even when you are uncomfortable,
you tend to blame yourself and lose sight of your own opinions. One reason why you doubt yourself,
or are not able to make clear decisions, is because you have opposing views floating around in yourmind. A Suhi Number 2 cares equally for their feelings and the feelings of those around them. Becauseof your caring nature, you tend to put the other person first. But if you put others first to often, it’llcause emotional turmoil. So, just allow yourself to find balance. You don’t have to force yourself to see
everything in black and white. It is recommended that you tell others that you have opposing viewpoints
and admit that your feelings are genuine too.
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Suhi Number 2: Weakness
Somethinghappened theother day...

Uh - h u hSuhi Number 2: Strength

Oh…
That must be
tough...

Ahunh…

Sympathizing as if
it happened to me

ShhhYou’re juststubborn.

A Suhi Number 2
often finds themself
in a quandary.

Some people
are concernedthat.
I try to comfort
Why dothem,
I feelwretched…?
I know, it’scomplicated...

Really…

I just want
you guys to
get along.

I agree

Do it right!!

Have fun, be in
the moment!

People who are
Suhi Number 2 tend
to be listeners.
Intently
listening

You’re too
optimistic!

All I do islisten…

But

Thank you. Just
talking makes me
feel better.

It’stough…

You understandmeee…!!

Uh
Uh

Oh

They knowwhat they
like…!!

You can find the“good” on eitherside
You are good at finding
common ground.

Maybe this will
help with conflicting
emotions.

but I couldn’t say
anything right.

A subtle caring andattention warms
the heart of others.
Hi, how’s yourday going?

Even between people
with completely
different ideas.

I agreewith both
emotions

but why are
they contraryemotions?

Connected
Maybe that’s
not a bad idea!!

You’re also goodat introducing
people.

You care?
That’s nice…

Then what?

Ownnionop i

X A dvice
X

Sometimes “justsympathizing” isenough.

Commentary
If you are Suhi Number 2, you’ll tend to be a good listener, but you aren’t great at giving specific advice.
You might think you are helpless because you’re just listening and not providing solutions or advice.
This is particularly the case when you are listening to someone you really like, because you think, “Ifthere was anything I could do to help, I would!” However, the mere act of listening intently and trying
to empathize with the other person – even without giving advice or expressing a clear opinion – canprovide real healing for that person. It assures that he/she is “understood” and that person can thenbegin to calm down. Since Suhi Number 2s always have conflicting feelings, they are able to empathizewith those around them, right down to the smallest detail. So, even if you can’t give advice, the small
talk and subtle care you subconsciously provide will surely warm the hearts of those around you.
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After all you’re agood guy.

We canmediate.

They seem
to becompatible.

Commentary
Suhi Number 2s can make conflicting ideas seem like they are “both good.” You will often find yourself
between two people who can’t get along. Sometimes you’ll take the side of the person with the loudest
voice. But, you fundamentally think that the opposing parties should meet in the middle. That being said,
you are often troubled by the fact that you can’t pick a side. It’s hard to always be the mediator, but thisis where Suhi Number 2’s strengths come into play: “Being able to empathize with both sides,” and“Finding some common ground between two opposing views.” By simply empathizing, you can ease theminds of everyone involved and then find those “areas where communication is paramount.” This allows
you to bring people who have incompatible ideas together. Sometimes it hurts to be told that you are“someone who plays both sides,“ but that also means “you can find the good in both sides.”25

Suhi Number 2: Interpersonal Relationships
Contrarily, they may
interact with people
others find challenging
to be around.

I want to
talk but…

Yep…

Hey!!
Suhi Number 2s are reserved.
So, the more they are interested
in someone, the less likely they
are to talk to them.

I’d like to ask you
something else.
Can I?

I just wanted
to talk tothem…

Take thistoo

you should keep
your distance fromthose who asks
favors.

Listen tome…

I can’t…

Sorry…

Uuugh

When you arefeeling a lot ofstress“Like” and “Dislike”
are important decision
makers for those with
Suhi Number 2.

Pie Chart of a Day
Spare
time

Time withpeople I
likeI havesomeerrands
to runlater...

Okay,
I’ll ask
someoneelse…

If you want to get close
I’m afraid of
being selfish, but to someone you like,just have someone else
“like” is also
introduce you
important!

Daily
dutiesI’ll try tochat morein my spare
time!

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Time with people
I’m leery of

Spend more time
staying in touch withthe people and things
you love!

Or, you can ask
someone to push
you to do so.

Commentary
Those with Suhi Number 2 are less likely to talk to someone they like because they tend to try to put
themselves in that person’s shoes. This means you aren’t good at saying no, so that attracts people youfind difficult to be around. That may prevent you from approaching people you like! Feelings of, “being
nice to others” and “not wanting to be emotionally exhausted,” usually coexist inside of you. Whenyou feel overwhelmed, you should have the courage to refuse what people ask of you or just keep yourdistance from those people. “Like or dislike” is the most important criterion for your decision making incases like these. Just remember, it’s not being selfish. Be honest with yourself if you are Suhi Number
2 because doing so will give you the chance to let people around you know your feelings. You will often
find that you are more comfortable doing things in the company of friends, so we recommend getting apush from them from time to time.

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Modern Mixed Style Sashiko for Everyday Items

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Modern Mixed Style
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6 マスごとに線が向かい合うように刺す

刺し終わり

1cm

ステッチに糸を通していく

76

77

Contents

This is a new mixed style book of Sashiko that incorporates thebest of both foreign and Japanese Sashiko. The unrestrained
style of Kantha and Yao stitching and the beautiful methodical
patterns of Japanese stitching are both used to make small
items – including interior décor items and purses – that canbe easily used in daily life. You can enjoy both the cutenessof the patterns and the texture of the stitched fabric. This
book includes step-by-step photos and diagrams of a variety
of stitching techniques. The designs presented here areborderless, just right for today’s modern lifestyle. The bookis chockful of stitching joy and expresses the tender feelof fabric, while still wrapping you in the pleasure of being
surrounded by everyday items.

Minori
128 pages
182 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 1,700
978-4-7661-3730-9
刺し子と暮らす

Introduction, About This Book (Needles and Thread, Fabric, etc., Before Starting to Stitch,
Starting to Stitch, Basic Stitches, Ending Stitch)① K antha Style: Indigo Coasters, Monotone Cushion, Large Multi-purpose Cloth, Various
Drawstring Bags, Mini Tote Bag, Flower Embroidery Mat with Piping Edges, AppliqueMat② Yao Style: Pincushions, Black Flap Pouch, Oval and Square Bangles, Diagonal Grid
Needlebook, Striped Mat, Stitching Methods, Patterns and Stitching Sequences③ S imple Sashiko: Furoshiki, Lattice Pattern Mat, Warikiku Pattern Flap Pouch, Modern
Mini Purse, Reversible Cloth, Various Pincushions, Study of Fabric and Stitches, Stitching
Methods, Patterns and Stitching Sequences④ Horizontal Stitching: Monotone Mat, Tetra-shaped Sachet, Color Crossing Mini
Drawstring, Sugi-sashi Stitch Potholder, Stitching Methods, Patterns and Stitching
Sequences⑤ H itome-sashi: Indigo Mini Mat, Lattice Pattern Basket Cover, Patterned Tapestry, Large
Tapestry, Stitching Methods, Patterns and Stitching Sequences, Designs for Hitome-sashi⑥ I nstructions

Handcraft & Hobby
Flower Quilts by Reiko Washizawa
Patchwork Quilts that Bring Color to Your Everyday Life

Flower Quilts
by Reiko Washizawa

Patchwork Quilts
that Bring Color to Your
Everyday Life

This how-to book by a popular quilt artist presents works
that express the intricacy and beauty of flowers and plants.
Incorporating flower patterns, applique, embroidery, andTrapunto quilting techniques, this book offers everything from
simple bags, pouches, and interior décor items to large, intricate
quilt works. The items presented in this book are designed
to be a part of your everyday life. They are made to be easy tocreate and fun to use. Methods for making small items andTrapunto quilting techniques are explained with step-by-step
photographs. The book also includes patterns for the works
presented.

Quilt of Heart Reiko Washizawa

Contents

112 pages
190 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 1,800
978-4-7661-3624-1
鷲沢玲子の 花のキルト

About this Book / Spring Quilts: In Bloom, Spring Quilt, Daydreaming Baby Quilt,
Spring Green Table Setting, Les Fleurs, Flower Quilt, Mature Floral Pattern Mini Quilt,
Retro-modern Bag and Pouch, Colorful Tulips, Instructions: Tulips / Summer Quilts:
Diamond Wedding Ring Quilt, Bright Sunshine Mini Tapestry, Wedding Pouch, Linea's
Quilt, Linea's Baby Quilt, Book-shaped Sewing Case, Instructions: Book-shaped Sewing
Case / Autumn Quilts: Rose Garden Quilt, Rose Coaster, Striped Tote Bag, Olive
Tapestry, Olive Cushion, Olive Photo Frame, Winter Blue Quilt, Winter Blue Bucketshaped Bag, Matching Pouch / Winter Quilts: Serene Time, Winter Flower Quilt,
Thawing Winter Mini Tapestry, Mini-mini Bags, Christmas Tree Quilt, Christmas
Cushion, Candle and House Objets, Christmas Ornament House, Little Bird, Mini Tree
Quilt / Methods for Creating Floral Expressions And Combinations / Instructions:
Trapunto Quilt Doily, Instructions: Gingham Stitched Case, Instructions: Presented
WorksHandcraft & Hobby
What This, Knit

Various knits, which are fun to knit and wear

This book presents classic knit items that you would
deﬁnitely want every winter, with an interesting shapeand a design that is not that diﬃcult. No matter whatshape you're thinking of “What This, Knit”, when you try it on,
it will ﬁt your body and create a very cute silhouette.
Many of the knitted fabrics are simple, and it's fun to see
how the shape is created, and you can continue to knit.
Small items are also featured in diﬀerent colors andcoordination. These knits are fun to knit and wear.

Tomoko Noguchi/Ini Ini

128 pages
182 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 1,600
978-4-7661-3659-3
ナニ コレ ニット

Items you can make
Lolly mittens, pupa hand warmers, marshmallow neck warmers, ﬂuﬀy pom-pom scarves, furbe leg warmers,
fruity balaclavas, garden vests, peanut vests, anemone pullovers, elephant sweaters, rail cardigans,
Cicada bolero, Pottery long cardigan, Creamy pants, Turnip bag, Miaow cushion
Useful information
Basic tools and yarn list, How to knit mittens, How to make pompoms, How to rip oﬀ the head of a balaclava,
How to chain stitch a cat's tail, How to knit balls, How to knit crossing patterns, How to pick up the collar ofa pullover, How to knit a sweater

Handcraft & Hobby
Miniature Rose Book
A small miniature rose specialty store in Paris, France.

Miniature Rose Book
A small miniature rose
specialty store in Paris, France.

Shoko Harada

Yukari Miyazaki〈 茎を作る 〉

薔 薇の茎と葉の作り方
本書で紹介する薔薇の茎と葉は基本的にすべて同じ作り方になります。
薔薇の種類により、その特徴を出す際は別途花ごとにその方法をご紹介します。

材料
葉

樹脂粘土
水彩絵の具
（パーマネントホワイト・モスグリーン・グリーングレイ・アンバー）
銅線ワイヤー（0.2mm）

茎〈 色を作る 〉

1

ポリ袋の角をほんの少し切り落とし、茎の粘土を少し出す。

2

親指と人差し指で３mm程度に丸める。

3５cm長さに切ったワイヤー上部に厚みが均一になるように巻く。

5

台に転がしながら表面を滑らかに整える。

4

粘土が乾かないように手早く上から下へ、ワイヤーを前後に回しながら均一に粘土を巻きつける。

〈 葉を作る 〉
4041

1

小石程度の大きさの樹脂粘土を取り出す。

3

ムラがないようによく練り混ぜる。

2

パーマネントホワイトとモスグリーンを少し出す。

4

グリーングレイとアンバーをさらにほんの少し出して混ぜ、落ち着いた薄いグリーンを作る。これが茎になる。

1

ポリ袋の角をほんの少し切り落とし、葉の粘土を少し出す。

2

親指と人差し指で１mm程度に丸める。

3

丸めた粘土を両端が尖るように細長くする。

Novalisノヴァーリス
紫色の『ノヴァーリス』はとてもロマンチックな薔薇。
ほのかにする甘い紅茶の香りにうっとりするよう。
花びらをたっぷりつけて華やかに仕上げます。

5c の花びらを作る。1.8mm大に丸めた粘土で同様に花びらを作る。一度指からはがし、工棒の先で花びらの縁に凹みををつける。

6

花びらを裏返し、凹みをつけた縁の下を工棒の先でなぞり、花びらに立体感を出す。

7

接着剤をつけ、 4 に接着する。同様に２枚作り、少し重ねながらつ943ページを参照して花首をつける。

材料

4

5

ポリ袋に入れ、角に寄せるようにしてしっかりと封を閉じる。

6

指で軽く潰す。

5

工棒を上下左右に転がして均等に
のばす。

6

樹脂粘土
水彩絵の具
（パーマネントホワイト・ミネラルバイオレット・アンバー）
銅線ワイヤー（0.2mm）
接着剤

工棒で葉の中心の葉脈と左右の細かい葉脈を描く。同様に２枚作る。

茎と同様の色を作り、グリーング
レイをさらに少し足して混ぜ、濃いグリーンを作る。これが葉になる。ポリ袋に入れ、角に寄せるよ
うにしてしっかりと封を閉じる。

下準備

×１

・小石程度の大きさの樹脂粘土をひとつ取り出す。
パ ーマネントホワイト、ミネラルバイオレット、アンバーを混ぜ、くすんだパープルを作る。
・ポリ袋に入れ、角に寄せるようにしてしっかりと封を閉じる。
・茎は41ページを参照して作る。葉は好みでつけてもよい。

×５

72

a

×３

b

×３

c

×３

d

×３

e

×３

けていく。

8

d と e の花びら６枚は２mm大の粘土で 5 ～ 6 と同様に花びらを作る。花びらの大きさを徐々に大きくしながら開花しているように開いて接着し、指の先でつまんで花びらの縁を反らせながら尖らせる。

73

10 粘土をごく少量出し、丸める。両端が尖るように細長くして指で潰し、工棒を転がして上下に薄くのばす。接着剤につけ、少し乾いたら花首の下に下を向くように接着する。同様に４枚作り、接着する。

1/12 Scale Artificial Roses Look Just Like the Real Thing!
This book uses polymer clay to introduce twelve kinds of roses– roughly the size of a pinky fingernail – as well as miniature
hydrangeas, mimosas, greenery, and various items madeusing those miniature flowers. The miniature roses you makecan be incorporated into wreaths, swags, and topiaries. This
book is for miniature flower lovers, doll lovers, and rose lovers
who want to try their hand at making their very own roses.
The author, Yukari Miyazaki – who is well known for all of her
miniature flowers, especially roses – details how to color roses,
how to make petals, and also provides multiple techniques tomake them look realistic.

1

つぼみのついた茎を作る。粘土を少し出し、親指と人差し指で２mm大に丸め、接着剤をつけた茎の先端に刺す。

3

接着剤をつけ、 1 のつぼみを包むように接着し、工棒の先で花びらの縁を反らせる。同様に花びらを２枚作り、接着して花びらを反らせた状態。

Yukari Miyazaki
112 pages
182 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 1,700
978-4-7661-3758-3
ミニチュアローズ BOOK

2

a の花びらを作る。粘土を少し出し、１mm大に丸める。しずく形にして指で潰したら、工棒を転がして上下左右に薄くのばす。

4b の花びらを作る。1.5mm大の粘土で同様に花びらを作り、接着剤
で接着し、工棒の先で縁を反らせる。２枚目以降は花びらを1/3ず
つ重ね、３枚つける。

葉の茎は 43 ページを参照してつける。

Contents

The Roses and Other Flowers Featured (Armure Blanche, Pat Austin, Rosa Centifolia
Bullata, Tineke, Princess de Monaco, Blue for You, Blanc Pierre de Ronsard, Hydrangea,
Blueberry, Eucalyptus, Donia Sol, Mimosa, Nigella Fruit, Shell Vase, Snowberry, Mabella,
Spray Wit, Viburnum, Novalis, Alexandrian Laurel, Dusty Miller, Ivy)
Arrangements (Wreaths, Hanging Wreaths, Swags, Topiaries)
Everyday Items (Buckets, Pitchers, Boxes, Birdcages)

Manga Techniques
Essential Guide to Drawing Female Characters
A Visual Reference Book

Essential Guide to
Drawing Female
Characters A Visual
Reference Book

With this book, you can create any type of female character you
desire!
Draw your character’s face as pretty as you want it to be. You
can also make her hair silky and airy, and you can extend thearms and legs to create a supple and graceful look. Pay close
attention to the curves of your character’s torso. Choose theright makeup and clothes, and give your character a truly
fashionable look. Anything is possible!
Attractive characters are always filled with the artist’s attention
to detail.
This book will aid you in creating truly attractive female
characters. With this goal in mind, this book offers more thannine hundred sample illustrations. It is packed with examples
and various techniques that cover everything from the major
facial and body parts to character poses.

Daisuki Komori/Mochiusagi
200 pages
182 x 234 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 2,200
978-4-7661-3711-8
作画に役立つ！
女の子キャラデッサン・パーツ図鑑

Contents

Visual Reference 1:	Face • Hair – Face, Eyes, Eyebrows, Nose, Mouth, Ears, Facial
Expressions, Hair Styles
Visual Reference 2: Arms • Hands – Arms, Crossed Arms, Hands, Hand Poses
Visual Reference 3: Legs • Feet – Legs, Leg Poses
Visual Reference 4: Torso • Whole Body – Balance Point, Sitting, Lying Down, Bodylines
Visual Reference 5: Fashion – Clothes, Makeup, ShoesManga Techniques
Attractive Female Characters:
Techniques for Expressive Posing and RenderingYour Illustrations Will Look So Much Better! This Book is Jam Packed
with Techniques for Creating Captivating “Hands”

Attractive
FemaleCharactersTechniques
for Expressive
Posing and Rendering
Techniques for Creating Captivating “Hands”

Your Illustrations Will Look So Much Better!

In drawing, hands tend to be neglected when compared to theface and torso. However, understanding the “expressive posing
and rendering effects” of hands will make your illustrations lookso much better. When used properly your character’s hands can
express a range of emotions. In addition, it should be noted thathands only properly convey the meaning “hand” when used inconjunction with your character’s pose. Honestly, by adding theidea of “expressive posing and rendering effects” to the hand, allof your illustrations will become more lively than ever.
This book introduces techniques for drawing hands, fromthe basics to drawing hands that communicate a variety of
expressions. Techniques are described step-by-step, frombeginning to the finished product, so that even beginners caneasily follow along and understand the process.
This book is chock full of techniques that every artist should
know, because a proper understanding of the methods for
producing emotion with hands/fingers will improve anyone’s art.”

Artist Profile

Hikaru Hayashi
176 pages
190 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 2,000
978-4-7661-3689-0
女子キャラを魅せる！
「手」の演技＆演出テクニック

Born in Tokyo in 1961. After graduating from Tokyo Metropolitan University, Facultyof Humanities, debuted as a manga artist professionally. Received Business Jump
Encouragement Award and Honorable Mention. Studied under manga artists Hajime
Furukawa and Noriyoshi Inoue. After making his professional debut with the nonfiction
manga Aja Kong Story, he established the manga and design production office “Go Office”
in 1997. Hayashi has published more than 270 books on manga techniques in Japan andoverseas. List of publications includes: How to Draw Costumes 1-4, Super Manga Drawing,
Super Perspective Drawing, Character Pose Data Book: School Uniforms/Girl's Body (Graphicsha), Manga Basic Drawing series (Hobby Japan), Manga Basics Drill series (Kosaido
Publishing Co., Ltd.), and many others.
Contents

LESSON 1 I ntroduction – Hand Basics: Hand Structure, Drawing Procedures and Key Points,
Finger Differentiation, etc.
LESSON 2 Hands that Express “Feeling”: Eight Feelings (States of Being) “Joy, Anger,
Sadness, Anger + Surprise, Madness, Harmony,” “Chin in Hands” Poses, etc.
LESSON 3 C ommunicative Hands, Hands that Sign: Conveying Cheerfulness and Fun, thePeace Sign, Fist, Appealing Hands, etc.
LESSON 4 Hands Convey the Subconscious Mind: Folded Arms, Tips for Changing
Expression with a Single Fingertip, Crossed Fingers, etc."

Design & Illustration
Fantasy Landscape Art & Technique Collection

Fantasy Landscape Art& Technique Collection

The author joined Square Enix as a designer and artist andhas worked on the development of some of the company’s mostpopular video games, including the Final Fantasy series and theMana series. This book provides a comprehensive explanation ofvarious techniques cultivated by artists – who can be consideredmasters of fantasy backgrounds – through their Fantasy
Landscape series and popular video games.
Here you will find eighty-two masterpieces – all of which
incorporate key technical aspects of background painting.
The author’s original Fantasy Landscape series, publishedmainly on social networking services, can be classified into fivecategories. This book includes technical points regarding eachcategory that the author has been sure to emphasize. It also
includes rarely seen rough sketches!
The illustrations on the front and back covers – drawn
exclusively for this book – showcase original techniques of theauthor, a highly skilled texture-maker.
With one hundred and fifty illustrations and a total of forty pages– twenty pages of illustrations and twenty pages of technicalexplanations – this book contains a wealth of data and beautiful art!

R.E.C
160 pages
182 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 2,200
978-4-7661-3710-1
幻想風景画集＆メイキング・テクニック

Artist Profile

After working for a video production company, R.E.C. joined Square Enix as a designer and artist.
He worked on the development of the Final Fantasy series, Mana series, and other representative
works of the company. Later, he became a freelance designer and joined an art studio in Tokyo,
where he supervised projects while also creating video game art, visual designs for restaurants,
directed stage design for live performances, participated in production design, and a variety of otherprojects. He has also created his own Fantasy Landscape Painting series and posts them on social
media. He also sells instructional videos on how to create beautiful backgrounds on CLASS101.
Contents

CHAPTER1 Fantasy Landscape Painting Collection
Fantasy Landscape Painting Series, Fantasy Kabuki-cho Series, Fantasy Amusement Park
Series, Neo Tokyo Series, Art Works Series
CHAPTER2 Creation Techniques
Creation 1: Fantasy Underwater City, Creation 2: An Ancient Monument

Design & Illustration
Progressing from Pose to Characterization
Base Model Creation Techniques
Solving Common Problems with Characters
Using Posable Mannequins

Progressing from Pose toCharacterization

Base Model
Creation
Techniques

If you use a drawing mannequin or a 3D model to produce
reference poses, somehow the liveliness of the character is notproperly brought forth.
This book is perfect for solving such problems. It has techniquesthat allow you to make use of all the benefits of a drawing
mannequin or 3D model while still infusing your characters withpersonality. Since the techniques use a drawing mannequin or 3Dmodel as their base, you will always be able to flawlessly draw not
only poses, but also clothing (including wrinkles).
This book shows techniques through the use of twelve poses foreach male and female figure!

Izuchi160 pages
182 x 257 mm
Paperback
Retail Price: JPY 2,000
978-4-7661-3727-9
ポーズ→キャラ化が捗る！
素体作成テクニック

Author Profile

Illustrator. While working as an art director for a video game development company, Izuchi
illustrated many children’s books under the name “Chiba” (Shuei-sha Mirai Bunko, Futabasha Junior Bunko). He is also the author of the books Grisaille Method: Creating Vibrant
Paintings Time-Saving and Coloring Techniques and Time-Saving, Easy, and Improved Quality!
— Drawing Backgrounds and Props With Easy Techniques.
Contents

Base Model Creation Basics / Drawing a Stand-alone Character (Sitting, Turning Around,
Squatting, Peeking, Running, Jumping, Sitting up High, Losing One’s Balance) / Drawing
Paired Characters (Shoulder and Arm Crossing, Leaning, Hugging, Punching, Kicking) /Utilization of a Drawing Mannequin & 3D ModelDesign and Illustration

BACK LIST
Recent books published in English, French, German, etc.
Yuko Higuchi’s Magical Colouring

Yuko Higuchi Artworks

MUSEUM

CIRCUS

Yuko Higuchi’s
Magical Colouring

This is the latest artwork collection from Yuko Higuchi.
Higuchi renders a fantastical world where “cuteness” andGothic images intermingle. Her art style has been gathering
attention worldwide. Higuchi’s recognition has grown evengreater after GUCCI, the famous Italian fashion brand,
released a collaborative series with her. This book contains
Higuchi’s soulful artwork and also presents sixteen pages of
Higuchi’s newly produced artworks (Hikyo na komori) alongwith the various works of art that were not presented in thefirst publication, The Yuko Higuchi Artworks.

Yuko Higuchi
208 pages
263 x 195 mm
Hardcover
978-4-7661-3092-8
ヒグチユウコ画集
CIRCUS

Kittens roam about in a museum full of strange encounters.
Plants, mushrooms, birds, mammals, reptiles, minerals, ancientcreatures – the kittens encounter each, one after another.
The whimsical worldviews illustrated by Yuko Higuchi
captivate us and we are attracted to them before we even know it.
Die-Cut

Yuko Higuchi

Yuko Higuchi
26 pages
180 x 165 mm
Hardcover
978-4-7661-3091-1

Yuko Higuchi
100 Postcard
Boxset: Animals

Sticker
Box
Sticker Box

14

96 pages
245 x 215 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-2777-5

Yuko Higuchi
Die-Cut Postcard
Book A to Z

The Yuko Higuchi Artworks
The contents of this book, which
include Higuchi's detailed commentson her work and introduce her atelier
for the first time, are superb.

Yuko Higuchi

Yuko Higuchi

Yuko Higuchi

160 pages
255 x 195 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-2591-7

100 postcards and a booklet
165 x 80 x 115 mm
Fancy box
978-4-7661-2909-0

Yuko Higuchi
Sticker Box
Yuko Higuchi
350 stickers (20sheets) and transfer
stickers
170 x 24 x 115 mm
Fancy box
978-4-7661-3206-915

Manga Techniques
Guide to Drawing Young Female Charactersby Three Professional Illustrators
Specialist Drawing Methods

Manga Artist ①

Haru Ichikawa

pixiv.net/users/10551987

LEARN TO DRAWYOUNG FEMALESTECHNIQUES FROM
3 PROFESSIONALARTISTS

2

Draw guidelines for the outline of thenose. In particular, the bridge and thehighest part of the nose should be
depicted.

Le ss o n 1

1

If you add the "nose and mouth" drawing method described here to the"eyes" in Lesson 1-1, your range of emotional expression will greatly expand.

g
When expressinisemotions, it
draw
important to
well
the nose inting it
without omitlines.
with dots orProfileDraw a firm line down the bridge of thenose, with the highest part of the noseslightly pointed.

The nose in profile should be asolid line from the highest part of
the nose to the bridge and then to
the base.

How to draw the mouth

12Center line

Special point:

Draw clothed young female characters.

1

By making the eyes and nose clear and drawing in more parts of the face,
the girl appears more expressive. Here are some of Haru Ichikawa's favorite
ways to draw.

eyesSpecial point:

nose, mouth & facial expressions

Le ss o n 1

PrologueSpecial point:

Draw the outline of the mouth and oral cavity. No
need for lips. Use the center line of the face as a
guide.

eyes
To draw the most attention to the eyes, eyelashes anddouble lashes are important. For double eyelids inparticular a cute separation width should be placed.

Special point:

nose, mouth &facial expression

The nose is also important to give the face an irregularand crisp appearance. The mouth should be drawn well toconvey facial expression.

Go to "Tips on drawing eyes that attract attention" on page 16.

Go to "Tips on drawing the nose and mouth to convey emotions andvariations in facial expressions." on page 20.

Special point:

Special point:

3

Special point:hair andhairstyles

Special point:

body line

hair and hairstyles

fingers

To create the delicacy of the hair, depict it in detail andbe aware of its softness. Draw it as if it were swaying tocreate a feeling of movement.

Special point:

fingers

Special point:

Go to "How to draw fingers that stir the heart." on page 28.

Special point:

Special point:

body line

western-style
clothes

Outline of the nose

Outline of the mouth

Draw the bridge of thenose well to make it more
impressive.

For the mouth outline, draw
the corners a little darker andstronger.

2

These are important for conveying character emotions.
Emotional expression is not only shown in the face, but also
in small gestures made by the fingers, arms, and shoulders.

Go to "Hair expression and hairstyles with softness and movement” onpage 24.

4

Distance between
nose and mouth

Inside the mouth
It is not necessary to draw
realistically, but the oral cavity
should be drawn with clear shading.

Draw a mouth in the middle
area between the base of thenose and chin.

Western-style clothes

Align the guidelines. There is no need to draw theteeth and tongue in the oral cavity in realistic detail.

Profile3

1

by: Haru Ichikawa, Hiyori Sakura and TwinBox

Finish by painting the inside the mouth. By applying
it slightly thicker, it becomes a visual point andappears three-dimensional.

Special point:

When the mouth is viewed from the side, it looks like a
triangle with rounded corners. Applying a slightly darker
coat on the top and the corners of the mouth will giveit a three-dimensional look and make it more visuallymemorable.

nose, mouth & facial expressions
Focus on design, size, and texture. Texture should be well
expressed. As much is possible, draw jackets and skirts thatconnect to the character's movement as if they were swaying.
Go to "Clothing design and variations" on page 36.

150

How to draw fingers that stir the heart.

1 - 4

A girl’s supple fingers and their movement, which also expresses emotion,
can suggest not only the cuteness of a character, but also tell a story.

How to draw hands

12

Tips for drawing body lines(with clothes)

Tips for drawing body lines(without clothes)Special point:

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the line of the chest should look good at every angle.

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Tips on drawing the nose and mouth to convey
emotions and variations in facial expressions.

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Roundness of chest

fingers
1
Roughly draw the guidelines of the palm and fingers.
The ratio of fingers to palm should be about 1:1.

Supple fingers
The fingers should be thin, andthe outline should be well drawn.

3

Draw guidelines for the fingers and joints, placing
the middle finger in the center.

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Waistline

The key to the upper body is the chest and waist. Make thedifference clear even if she is clothed. The chest should havegood roundness and the waistline should show a strong arch.
Avoid uniform expression of the head, shoulders, hips, ormoving hands by playing with the fingertips, for example.

tyle school uniforms.
...etc.
Finish the line, keeping in mind the suppleness ofher hands. By drawing light lines, it is possible toexpress a smooth and feminine hand.

Draw a bulge at the base of the thumb. Softness can be
expressed by avoiding wrinkles and unevenness. The
contour lines should be well drawn.

Without clothes, the roundness and softness of the breasts and thecurve of the waist are the most important points in giving a girl her
unique cuteness. Use the midline as a guide to align both sides of her
chest and waist.

Thigh bulge

Bend the fingers
2

1

Shape of hand
A slight angle to the wrist
makes it prettier.

2

3
Be aware of
the connection
between the lines
under the clothes.

Calf bulge

3

Movement of fingers
Bend her fingers tightly but beaware of their suppleness.

Draw in details such as nails and wrinkles.
Flesh should be drawn carefully so that it
looks supple. The nails should also be longand thin, with a feminine look in mind.

The roundness of the butt, the thighs to knees and calf bulge areas,
and the lines that taper toward the ankles are all important. Focus
not only on aligning the left and right sides of the body, while staying
aware of the midline, but also bringing the lines to life.

3

5
4

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3

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The key to the lower half of the body is the rounded line of
the hips, the thighs visible through the skirt, and the lines
from the knees down. Also be aware of the body lines hidden
underneath the clothes.
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257 x 182 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-3538-1
女の子キャラの描き方
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Draw the outline of the finger basedon the guidelines. Making sure to draw
in contour lines and angles where
the fingers bend will lead to greater
emotional expression.

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acknowledged experts in female character drawing, reveal theirown proper methods. These methods are particular to eachillustrator and strongly reflect their personal style.
In this book, the individuality of each illustrator is emphasized,
so the reader can easily learn their techniques and philosophies.
Similar publications have never offered these opportunities before.
There is a section included in this book that provides step-bystep explanations for drawing characters. This is a must-read,not just for fans of each illustrator, but also for professional andamateur illustrators and Manga artists.

Taper toward the ankle

Draw rough guidelines for the fingers. To
show suppleness, try to make the entire
finger thin, especially toward the tip.

LESSON 1
Tips on How to Draw Eyes that Draw Attention, Tips on How to Draw Noses and Mouths
that Convey Emotions & Facial Expression Variations, Drawing Hair: Softness and Flow,
How to Draw Fingers that Stir one’s Heart and Produce an Effect, How to Draw Captivating
Bodylines, etc.
• Point •Haru has a good reputation for drawing faces, and has a technique for drawing delicate
emotions with lines. The trick is to learn blank spaces in the eyelashes and eyeliner. Also, pay
attention to the drawing the nose and mouth, which is different from other artists.
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The appearance of facial lines changes depending on the angle. Rememberthat the placement of facial features such as the eyes and mouth, as well as
the gaze, will change in conjunction with the angle of the face.

How to draw a face
Part

1

2
Hairline

Le ss o n 3

Tips on drawing striking eyes
The key to drawing eyes that make a strong impression on the viewer isdouble eyelids, the eyelines, eyelashes, irises, and pupils.

2 - 1

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design for smartphone games, etc.

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Make a rough sketch of the hair. Decide on theplacement of the hairline and the part.

4

After sketching out the left and right eyes, draw a slightly oval line connecting the left
and right ends of the eyelines to determine the position of the irises.
Draw a rough sketch of the hairstyle and hair length,
as well as facial features such as eyes, nose, andmouth. Use the crosshairs from step 1 as a guide foreasy drawing.

1
1

2

3
1

Eyelashes

Double eyelids make her
eyes look clear and large.

Make a draft of the eyes, including theeyebrows, eyelines, and irises.

3

It is important todetermine how light isentering the eye.

Chin
Drawing the tip of the chin sothat it is slightly pointed is agood idea.

After deciding where to place thehighlight, erase some of the black andmake it a little whiter. It is best to decidein advance how light will enter the eyes.

2

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4

6

6

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0

Finger poses with movement

Finger expressions to convey cutenessAppropriate roundness and softness are one of the charms of a cute girl.
Be careful to maintain balance between left and right legs as you draw.

Tips on giving her voluptuous legs
Front

How to draw the eyes in profile
Back

Eye movement in 8 directions

Focusing on the front gaze, follow the movement of the line ofsight in 8 directions. The angle of the face determines the directionof the line of sight.

Special point:

swimsuits

L essonHow to draw an eye-catching swimsuit.

3 - 6

There are many different types of swimwear, including bikinis, separates andschool swimsuits. Here are some tips on how to draw a bikini.

Le ss o n 3

How to draw legs that convey softness.

2 - 7

Le ss o n 3

L essonLe ss o n 2

Le ss o n 2“One more, please” pose.

Relaxed hand

Grip loosely

By drawing a line that is rounded in the cheeks andslightly pointed at the chin, the face is rounded yet
sharp toward the chin, creating the impression of abeautiful girl.

Special point:

facial lines
3

eyes

Draw dark, thickoutlines.

Once the width of the eyelines is decided,draw the outlines clearly and paint them
black, leaving a bit of white as lines.

5

Make them sparkle withthe reflection of the light tomake a big impression.
Special point:

It's important to balance theshape and size of her facewith the volume of her hair.

11

Express clearly witha single line.

Irises and pupils

The eyelines should be welldrawn in to increase theattractive power of the eyes.

Face and hair balance

Just a slight tilt of her heador a slight tug of her chin canmake her look much cuter.

4

Eyelines2

Angle

For a girlish look, draw
about 1 to 3 lashes.

3

From an angle

Front

2

Double eyelid

Finish up lines for the details. Use the crosshairs asa guide to check the left-right balance and angle
deviation.

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Front

legs

2
The key is to draw in a few nails and palm creases.

The key is to make it loose to give the impression of lightly bent
fingers.

1

2

Her left hand went to the hip withlightly bended fingers.
The key to cuteness is to relax theopen hand and point it outward.

2

2
1

2

2

ThighsHer right hand is lightly clenched
into a fist and placed near her
mouth.
Bend the little finger at a slightly
sharp angle to create a thin andsupple impression.

Back

Iris

Special point:

1

2

The iris is a deformed ellipse that becomes narrower
toward the bottom, so draw it with that in mind.
Make sure to draw in the double eyelid lines, eyeline,
eyelashes, and eyebrows.

Be conscious of creatingroundness and softness.

Up and right1

Up

Up and left

1

2

1
2

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Right

Front

Swimsuit designand style.
isAccessorizing
the key to cute.

Left

2
2

The light reflections (highlights) are painted white to give ashimmering effect, and the rest is painted dark.

Down and right

Down

Matching
the swimsuitcolors with thecharacter is also
important.

2 Small articles and accessories
Accessorize with flowers or ribbons for hair, wrist bracelets,
anklets etc. to enhance the feeling of glamour.

Down and left

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4

8

2

8

6

12

0

7

7

1 Sizes
Key is the size of the swimsuit, which is smaller than her
breasts and butt.

The disparity
between plump,round thighs anda thinness below
the knees can be
attractive.
Draw guidelines for the darker part of the iris and thenapply it. In the case of a profile view, the white of the eye
appears slightly larger.

0

1

LESSON 2

LESSON 3

Tips on How to Draw Eyes that Will Leave an Impression, How to Draw Mouths that Convey
Emotions, Tips on How to Draw Captivating and Lustrous Hair, How to Draw Fingers that are
Packed with Cuteness and Produce an Effect, Draw Cheeks that Emphasize Cuteness, etc.

Attractive Facial Lines, Tips on How to Draw the Eyes that Draw One’s Attention, How
to Draw Voluptuous Breasts, How to Draw Supple and Beautiful Fingers, How to Draw
Attractive Bodylines, Skirt Length and its Relation to Knees and Thighs, etc.

• Point •Hiyori has a popular style of "Bishojo Illustration", which is now the mainstream among
young Manga lovers. Illustrations of girls in uniform are very popular. It features highlights
in the eyes and long eyelines on the left and right.

• Point •Twin box is very well known as the one who is good at drawing beautiful girls, withcurvaceous bodies, in a fluffy atmosphere. Here, you will learn how to draw soft body lines
and how to draw cute faces.

5

4

13

2

3D feeling

Once you have decided on the width of the eyeline, makethe outline slightly darker and paint the inside mainly withhorizontal lines.

3

Vary the line thickness.

044

Make it curved fora soft look.

Roughly sketch the outlines of the eyes. The iris is adeformed ellipse that narrows at the bottom. Also draw ineyebrows, eyeline, and double eyelid lines.

3

The left hand should be around theshoulder with the fist clenched.
Important here is to turn the palmside of the fist inward and bend thewrist slightly outward.

Leg lines

The key to feminine legs is in the thighs.
You can create a three-dimensional effectby starting with a thick line, thinningit, and then thickening it again as you
approach the knee. At this point, be
conscious of the curves you draw tocreate a sense of softness and roundness.

12

4

7

The right hand goes to the mouthwith the index finger up. The key is
to make the extended index finger
slender and supple.

3

9

The key is to make the line of the extended index finger slenderand supple.
Note the difference in length between the two fingers extended
and the three fingers bent.

3

The trick is tomake her thighs
round and soft toemphasize hergirlish cuteness.

4

8

3

0

Pointed finger

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Handcraft & Hobby
juno’s Embroidery Notebook

Drawing with Thread

Embroidery Drawing – Plants, Animals, and Stories

Modern Hand Embroidery Patterns

juno’s Embroidery Notebook
Embroidery Drawing – Plants, Animals, and Stories

Drawing with Thread
北国の自然、季節の移ろい、目を閉じると脳裏に浮かぶModern Hand
Embroidery Patterns

記憶の風景─さまざまなイメージから生まれる「点と線模様製作所」の模様が、刺繡の図案になりました。模様全体を刺繡すれば一枚の布に、小さなモチーフをひと〈好評既刊〉つだけ刺繡すればワンポイントのあしらいに。アイデア
しだいで楽しみ方が広がる 20 の模様です。

Rieko Okaten to sen の模様づくり［増補改訂版］
点と線模様製作所

岡 理恵子 著

Colour variation

定価 1,600 円（税別）ISBN 978-4-7661-3049-2 C0076〔実物大図案〕

クロスS

糸はすべて 3 本どり。青フレンチノットS

線部分はⓐ糸、茶色線部
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チを刺します。

ランニングS
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How to Stitch

ランニングS
フレンチノットS

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オフホワイト（AS222）〈糸〉DMC 25 番糸ⓐ 3821（イエロー）ⓑ 501（グリーン）〈布〉ヨーロッパリネン
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刺し方のポイントランニングステッチはお裁縫で言う「並縫い」なのですが、縫い目と縫い目の間をなるべくせまく、針 1 本分くらいにします。配色が少し複雑なので、間違えないように注意して刺しましょう。

This is the first book produced by juno, a needlework artist who
is known for her realistic embroidery work. Elegant, beautiful
plants and animated animals – the author’s needlework exhibits acertain texture that will surely make readers want to reach in andtouch them. Ranging from her popular “Galaxy Swallow” to new,single-motif designs, juno’s storytelling style of embroidery isquite pleasing and exciting to anyone who gazes upon it. Feel free
to take parts of the designs presented here, make them your own
and use them to create small accessory-like works, as introducedin this book, or embroider your new design on your favorite
clothes. Along with step-by-step photographs, this book reveals
juno’s very own original stitching methods, as well as various
stitching methods that produce depth.
76

juno
112 pages
257 x 182 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-3326-4
junoの刺繍ノート

There are a variety of images that give rise to ten to sen
Moyo Seisakusho patterns. Those images, like nature andseasonal shifts in northern climes, or landscapes that float
in my mind when I close my eyes, become designs for ourembroidery. If you embroider an entire pattern onto a pieceof cloth it becomes a single, patterned, textile. If you pulla single small motif from any design and embroider it ontoa piece of cloth however, that motif should then be treatedas a pattern itself. For each idea there are twenty patterns
published here. All of the patterns can be embroidereddirectly onto cloth that is the same size as the paper in thisbook. Embroidery basics and a design appendix can befound at the end of the book.

Rieko Oka,ten to sen Moyo
Seisakusho
128 pages
210 x 148 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-3053-9
ten to senの模様刺繍

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Handcraft & Hobby
New
Dress-up Plush Dolls
A Book For Making Your New Favorite Plush Doll

Dress-up Plush Dolls
A Book For Making
Your New Favorite Plush Doll

• The dolls come in three sizes: large, medium and small!
• Fifteen sample hairstyles!
• You’re sure to find a hairstyle just like your favorite idol!
• Seven different kinds of clothes!
This is the first book to introduce techniques for making small plush
dolls that look like your favorite anime, game, manga characters andsingers or actors!
More and more people want to make their own stuffed toys thatemulate their favorite characters. Loads of people even take picturesof their plush dolls amid beautiful scenery or delicious-looking sweets
and upload them to social media!
This book, by a famous stuffed animal pattern maker, is the first of
its kind to explain exactly how to create plush dolls that look justlike your Fav. With abundant step-by-step photos and patterns, even
beginners will feel at ease making their own plush dolls. This bookallows anyone to make their own authentic plush dolls, just like they
were learning directly from the pros!

82

Azusa Hirakuri
128 pages
257 x 182 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-3678-4
きせかえできるぬいぐるみてづくり推しぬい BOOK

Author Profile

Stuffed animal pattern maker. After working for a toy manufacturer as a designer of plush
toys and character goods, she and her husband opened their own embroidery studio in
2012. While designing and producing embroidery for clothing, everyday items, stage
costumes, etc., they also created patterns for plush toys, doll clothes, and capsule toys.
Contents

Lesson 1: 	 Design Your Own Plush Doll
Lesson 2: 	How to Make a Nylex Fabric Plush Doll (Small) & Soft Boa Fabric Plush Doll
(Medium)
Lesson 3: How to Make a Soft Boa Fabric Plush Doll (Large)
Lesson 4: How to Create Various Hairstyles
Lesson 5: How to Make Clothes* All with patterns and step-by-step photos"

83

Handcraft & Hobby
SPHERE

Four Amusing Shapes: Three-dimensional Pop-up Cards

Wonderful Spherical Pop-up Cards

Constructing Pop-up Cards that Form Eggs, Diamonds, Domes, and Boxes
Four Amusing Shapes:
Three-dimensional
Pop-up Cards

SphereWo n d e r f u l S p h e r i c a l
Po p - u p C a rd s

Constructing Pop-up Cards that Form
Eggs, Diamonds, Domes, and Boxes

Seiji Tsukimoto

Seiji Tsukimoto

The pop-up cards introduced in this book are spherical, threedimensional cards, created by assembling ring-shaped parts. This
book will introduce four different sizes - small, medium 1, medium 2,and large – for a total of twenty-three different types of sphere-shaped
pop-up cards, all accompanied by photographs and instructions for
assembly – including patterns of each pop-up card.

Seiji Tsukimoto
128 pages
257 x 190 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-2980-9
SPHERE
不思議な球体ポップアップ
カード

Gear World

Seiji Tsukimoto
136 pages
257 x 190 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-3468-1
4 つのカタチが楽しい
立体ポップアップカード

Customizable Spherical Pop-up Cards

Geared Pop-up Cards

From Basic to Advanced

G E A R WO R LD ギアワールド

Gear World

Customizable Spherical
Po p - u p C a rd s

Geared Pop-up Cards

Fro m B a s i c t o A d v a n c e d

Seiji Tsukimoto
横から見ると仕組みがよくわかります。下の歯車と連動して中央のメリーゴーラウンドの台が回転します。

歯 車 で 動 く ポ ップ アップ カ ー ド

後ろの歯車のかみ合わせ部分。

月 本 せい じ

遊園地
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When you open a 3-D pop-up card designed by Tsukimoto, intricately
combined gears and fantastic motifs pop right up. You can even movethe gears and play around with them! It is also possible to add seasonal
motifs and letters to the 3-D pop-up cards. Twenty-eight different
works in four different sizes – small, medium, large, and special – arepresented, each with its own template! There are even eight pieces
presented with actual size templates that are ready to use.
88

This book presents pop-up cards in the following forms: A beautiful egg.
A diamond – as seen from the front – or a different diamond shape thatappears as a square or a quadrangular pyramid – when viewed from theside. A birdcage-like dome. A box shape that has a certain Japonesquefeel. For each shape, this book provides a simple small pop-up card and an
intricate larger pop-up card. In addition to the patterns for all thirty-five
pop-up cards provided in the book, you will find patterns for five selectpop-up cards that you can simply cut-out and put together on your own.
You just need to assemble the components. How amazing!

2019/05/23 15:23

Seiji Tsukimoto
128 pages
257 x 190 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-3262-5
GEAR WORLD
歯車で動くポップアップ
カード

S e i j i Ts u k i m o t oThis book introduces key elements to consider when designing and thenconstructing your own pop-up cards from that design. It also offers cute andpractical designs, including the popular Alice from Alice in Wonderland,
Japonesque, Christmas, birthdays, and themes from other important
occasion.
Furthermore, the book includes instructions on how to design your own
spherical pop-up cards, so you can try your hand at making some from scratch!

Seiji Tsukimoto
128 pages
257 x 182 mm
Paperback978-4-7661-3467-4
カスタムできる球体ポップ
アップカード89

Handcraft & Hobby
New

How to Repair Sneakers

The Handbook for Customizing Sneakers

How toApply Your Own Desired Designs to Sneakers!

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How to Customize Sneakers

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芸用の道具で切断する。ハサミ等でも代用可能だがリッパーリッパーで取り切れない部分の縫い糸は、糸切りはさみを使用する。この際にスウッシュを持ち上げるようにすると糸は縫い糸を先端の長い方ですくい、くぼみにある刃で簡単に切断を切断するのが楽になるが、無理に糸を引き抜こうとするとベースする事が可能。シンプルなタイプであれば 100 均ショップでも購入の生地にダメージを負わせかねない。サイトパネルとスウッシュを可能なので、この手のカスタムに挑戦するなら手に入れておきたい。

繋ぐ縫い糸は、面倒でも全て切り離すように心がけよう。

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6 カスタムパーツの切り出し

REPAIR SKILL

サイズバランスやカラーコーディネートの最終確認

7 パーツ取り付けの下準備

REPAIR SKILL

ソールに食い込むようなスウッシュのディテールを再現する型を写したレザーから交換用のパーツを切り抜いてい断する方が美しく仕上がるだろう。パーツを取り付けた

リバーススウッシュ カスタムにおける最大の見どこけでなく、その労力に見合った見た目の効果を得るのはく。スウッシュのデザインは曲線が多く、取材したプロ

後ではリカバリーが難しくなるため、この工程でデザイ

ろは、スウッシュの一部がソールに食い込むようなディ難しい。ここでは新たに取り付けるパーツの一部を加工ショップではハサミで切り抜いている。但し革の裁断にンバランスを再度確認し、本当に気に入ったコーディテールだ。とは言えミッドソールのステッチ糸を外し、して、ステッチ糸を外さずにディテールアップするアプ

慣れていない場合は、面倒でも直線部分はカッターで切ネートなのか判断するのも重要だ。

スウッシュを挟み込んで縫い直す手法は手間が掛かるだ

ローチを紹介する。

切り抜いたパーツをスニーカーに合わせて仕上がり状態を確認する。この後の工程ではデザインの修正時に必要な工程

リバーススウッシュ化する位置に新たなパーツを置いてバラ

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ンスを再確認。ソールに食い込む深さは約 2cm 程。このまミッドソールのラインに合わせてパーツにラインを引く。ここではパーツの色が濃いので目立つように銀ペンを使っていが増えてしまうため、イメージ通りの形状やカラーに仕上がっていまではミッドソールのステッチ糸を外して再び縫い直す必要がある

るが、交換するパーツの色が明るい場合は市販のフリクションペン

るか今一度確認しよう。万が一当初のイメージと異なる場合は、こため、パーツの一部を切り欠いて、ステッチ糸を外さずにスウッシュを使うと便利。フリクションペンのインキは 60 度以上になると透こで作業を中断し、新たなパーツを作り直す勇気も必要となる。

の一部がソールに食い込むディテールを再現していこう。

明になる特性があり、ヒートガンで綺麗に消すことが可能だ。

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レザー用のハサミを使って銀ペンで描いたラインに沿って切分けるなど、慎重な作業で進めるのが無難だろう。

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仕上がる」と説明していたが、その感覚は経験を積んでこそ。レザーの裁断に不慣れなうちはデザインに応じてハサミとカッターを使い

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左右のパーツを合わせて仕上がり状態をイメージ。この作例

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ではスウッシュの色が周囲に馴染み、つまらないデザインに懸念もあったが、オーストリッチ風の型押しレザーを使用した恩恵
で、アクセントと まとまり感の良さを醸し出している。仕上がりが楽しみな リバーススウッシュ カスタムになりそうだ。

中古のレザーバッグから切り出した 4 本のスウッシュの比較。
上の 2 本が正しい向きで取り付けるインサイド用で、下 2 本

ステッチ糸はそのままに、スウッシュが食い込む部分のミッ27

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ドソールの接着を剥がしていく。具体的にはパーツを差し込

がリバース状態で取り付けるアウトサイド用だ。元々付いていたス

める程度の隙間を作る作業で、順としてはヒートガンで接着部分をウッシュのサイズではリバース時に貧弱に見えてしまうため、全体

熱し、接着剤を柔らかくする工程がスタートとなる。この際ヒートのバランスを大きく変更しているのが分かるだろうか。

ガンに小さな部分に熱風を当てられるノズルがあると作業を進めや

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熱が伝わって接着剤が柔らかくなったら、ミッドソールにマイナスドライバーを差し込んで隙間を作っていく。発売されたばかりの新品スニーカーを使用する場合は接着強度は非常に強く、隙間を作るだけでも相応の労力を要するだろう。無理にこじ開けようとすると周囲の生地を傷めるので、状態を確認しながら慎重

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スポーツメーカーが提供するオフィシャルカスタマイズサービスは、
多くのスニーカーファンにとって最も身近なカスタムスニーカーのひとつ。
ただパーツのカラーを WEB 上で変更するのが基本であり、その選択肢にも限界がある。ここで紹介する NIKE が提供する
BY YOU（昔の NIKEiD）も細かいコダワリの反映が難しく、SNS 痒い所に手が届かない サービスと揶揄される事も少なくない。
そんな BY YOU も簡単なペイント作業で完成度を高めることができるのだ。

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