Kanade Japanese Kev Ntim Khoom by Yuko Takagi

Kanade Japanese Kev Ntim Khoom by Yuko Takagi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Nyiaj in Tsim Ntim Khoom Competition Category.

NyiajNtim Khoom· 2025

Kanade Japanese Kev Ntim Khoom

by Yuko Takagi

A' Design Award Nyiaj Winner in Ntim Khoom Category

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The Design

About Kanade Japanese Kev Ntim Khoom

Cov qauv tsim ntim khoom rau Kanade, ib yam dej cawv Nyij Pooj zoo heev uas tsim los ntawm txhais tes, tau muab los ntawm cov kev zoo nkauj ib txwm los qhia txog cov khoom lag luam cov saj ntsev zoo, ntuj tso. Tau txais kev tshoov siab los ntawm lub tswv yim ntawm kev sib haum xeeb, cov qauv tsim siv daim ntawv washi uas kho tshwj xeeb nrog cov fibers ci, ua kom muaj qhov sib txawv ntawm qhov matte thiab qhov ci me me rau kev kov, txhais tes ua. Cov duab watercolor thiab cov ntawv sau tes ua kom cov cim ntawm txhais tes ua zoo tuaj, thaum cov ntawv sau tshwj xeeb ntxiv rau ib tug yam ntxwv niaj hnub tab sis muaj hauv paus kev coj noj coj ua. Qhov tshwm sim yog ib qho kev ntim khoom uas txuas ib txwm coj thiab kev xav niaj hnub no rau kev nyiam thoob ntiaj teb.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Nyiaj

Kanade Japanese Kev Ntim Khoom yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Nyiaj, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom heev tshaj li qub uas muab rau cov qauv tsim qib siab, zoo nkauj thiab ua rau neeg xav tsis thoob. Cov neeg yeej Nyiaj yog cov haujlwm ci ntsa iab heev thiab tsim tshiab heev uas qhia txog kev paub, kev txawj ntse thiab kev ntse ntawm cov kws tsim qauv. Kanade Japanese Kev Ntim Khoom xav tias yuav yog ib qho haujlwm zoo kawg nkaus uas tsim rau qhia, tshaj lij heev thiab tsim tshiab tob. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Nyiaj no yog ib qho khoom tsim uas pom tseeb heev thiab neeg qhuas uas pab tau thiab nthuav dav ciam teb ntawm kev kos duab, kev tshawb fawb, kev tsim qauv thiab thev naus laus zis. Kanade Japanese Kev Ntim Khoom yog ib qho khoom tsim uas neeg coob xav tau, uas ua rau xav, coj kev xav zoo thiab ua rau xav tsis thoob thiab xav paub.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Kanade embodies Japan's traditional craftsmanship in liqueur-making. Drawing inspiration from Suntory’s renowned whiskey line, it incorporates a Kanji character to align with the House of Suntory aesthetics. Designed for both local and global audiences, Kanade offers a distinctly Japanese appeal with worldwide resonance.
Dimensions & Packaging: 700ml
Tags: #packagedesign, #packaging, #branding, #Japanese, #Japan, #liqueur, #alcohol, #drink, #craft, #handcrafted, #natural, #brandidentity
Production Technology: The packaging employs custom washi paper featuring subtle glossy fibers to balance matte softness with refined shine. It includes a handwritten calligraphy logo, a custom typeface, and watercolor paintings representing each flavor. This meticulous approach highlights the artisanal quality and premium positioning of the liqueur.
Design Challenge: Achieving a balance between a distinctly Japanese design and global appeal was challenging. The development of original washi paper that maintained its natural texture during printing required minimal digital intervention. The paper's fine glossy fibers blend a matte texture with subtle shine, enhancing the tactile experience and emphasizing the handcrafted quality.
Research: We conducted field testing in a bar and spoke with bartenders to understand how the bottle’s design impacts usability and perception. Insights from their feedback led to design adjustments for ease of pouring and tactile elements, ensuring a balance between aesthetic appeal and functionality for both bartenders and consumers.
Inspiration: The inspiration came directly from experiencing the liqueur itself. Its delicate, natural taste evoked imagery of soft, flowing watercolors—an artistic representation of Japanese subtlety and harmony. This led to a design that visually reflects the product’s smooth, sophisticated flavor using handcrafted textures and organic elements.
Project Duration: 1 year, Tokyo
Operation Flow: Consumed neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails.
Patents: Yuko Takagi
Image Credits: Yuko Takagi