Monkaruta

Monkaruta

Company: Hokuseisha Co., Ltd
Creative Director: Tadao Nakamura
Art Director & Designer: Mikako Suwa
Country: Japan

"In recent years, crests have been used in many designs, and the traditional Japanese crests from the Edo period are gaining back popularity. Their unique forms have been incorporated into different kinds of products, and there are more than 5000 kinds of interesting traditional Japanese patterns out there. 

Not only are these traditional cards enjoyable as a game, but by including a little information, it adds further value to various perspectives in history. A set of cards that targets those who crave for knowledge and creativity."