Hiroshima Peace Song Ekspozitë by Naoya Katagami is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award in Dizajni i Grafikës, Ilustrimit dhe Komunikimit Vizual Competition Category.
ArgjendiGrafikë· 2025
Hiroshima Peace Song Ekspozitë
Client: Jagda Hiroshima
Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award Winner in Grafikë Category
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The Design
About Hiroshima Peace Song Ekspozitë
Dizajneri krijoi dizajnin duke imagjinuar se si një pikë e vetme uji zgjerohet në një ujëvarë në rënie, duke përdorur vargjet e Këngës së Paqes së Hiroshimës. I frymëzuar nga parime të ngjashme me Zen-in japonez, dizajni është vendosur në një sfond të thjeshtë në mënyrë që thjeshtësia e tij të fitojë kuptim më të thellë sa më shumë ta vëzhgosh. Vargjet në anglisht të Këngës së Paqes së Hiroshimës, e cila këndet çdo vit në fund të Ceremonisë Përkujtimore të Paqes më 6 gusht, përdoren për të simbolizuar mënyrën se si paqja mund të përhapet jashtë.
The Recognition
About the Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award
Hiroshima Peace Song Ekspozitë është fitues i Çmimit të Argjendtë A' Design Award, një njohje jashtëzakonisht prestigjioze që u akordohet dizajneve të nivelit më të lartë, mahnitëse dhe mbresëlënëse. Fituesit e Argjendtë janë vepra tejet brilante dhe jashtëzakonisht krijuese që ilustrojnë ekspertizën, talentin dhe mprehtësinë e shquar të dizajnerëve të tyre. Hiroshima Peace Song Ekspozitë pritet të jetë një vepër e mrekullueshme, vitrinë e vërtetë e mjeshtërisë, jashtëzakonisht profesionale dhe thellësisht inovative. Ky dizajn fitues i Çmimit të Argjendtë A' Design Award është një shpikje shumë e shquar dhe e admiruar që sjell dobi dhe zgjeron kufijtë e artit, shkencës, dizajnit dhe teknologjisë. Hiroshima Peace Song Ekspozitë është një krijim shumë i dëshiruar që ngjall dëshira, sjell ndjenja pozitive dhe zgjon habi e mahnitje.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- I created this design by envisioning how a single droplet of water expands into a cascading waterfall, using the lyrics of the “Hiroshima Peace Song.” Inspired by principles akin to Japanese Zen, I placed the design on a plain white background so that its simplicity yields deeper significance the more one observes it.
To portray the flow of the waterfall, I studied Leonardo da Vinci’s manuscripts on water dynamics. I used the English lyrics of the “Hiroshima Peace Song”—chorused every year at the end of the Peace Memorial Ceremony on August 6—to symbolize how peace can spread outward. A single droplet represents an individual, while the river and waterfall evoke the collective consciousness extending from that individual. The molecular clusters of water, signifying human connections and communities, are woven into various parts of the design.
Rather than a commercial endeavor, this project aims to express a deeper, essential meaning of peace. - Dimensions & Packaging
- Exhibition Banner Tapestry
Prominently displayed at the main entrance
Dimensions: W2,000 mm × H5,500 mm
Signage 1
Dimensions: W900 mm × H1,800 mm
Signage 2 / 3 / 4
Each: W450 mm × H1,500 mm
Information Boards
Four boards, each A4 size
Flyer
A4, double-sided, full color plus one spot color
Printed on Araveil paper
Name Cards
Three designs in total: “Hiroshima Appeals,” “Hiroshima Peace Poster Exhibition,” and “Hiroshima Peace Poster Student Competition”
Venue Layout
Comprehensive floor plan for the exhibition space - Tags
- Peace,Poster,Exhibition,Design, Water Imagery, Typographic Design, Da Vinci Inspiration, Hiroshima History, Peace Advocacy, Poster Exhibition, Community Engagement, Gotham Font
- Production Technology
- This poster exhibition was held at the Former Bank of Japan Hiroshima Branch, a historic building located in the heart of Hiroshima and just 380 meters from the bombing’s hypocenter. Because many local citizens attend, we aimed for an immediately striking design. We utilized Akzidenz-Grotesk, a historically significant typeface, for the primary typography, while the exhibition’s title features Gotham—famously used for the film “Oppenheimer”—to add deeper resonance.
We chose a black-on-white monochrome palette to ensure that the showcased works would stand out, including “Hiroshima Appeals” posters, professional designers’ pieces, and a total of 68 selected student posters. Recognizing the classic architecture of the building and its profound historical context, we strove to create a visual presentation that harmonizes with its setting. - Design Challenge
- We focused on conveying both Hiroshima’s global reputation—rooted in its cultural and historical significance—and the city’s present calm, peaceful atmosphere, encouraging visitors to experience both. All of the exhibited works advocate peace, making this a truly remarkable poster exhibition. Our primary goal was to spark interest while ensuring the design carried a deeply meaningful message.
- Research
- We were able to welcome a large number of visitors. The Former Bank of Japan Hiroshima Branch is located in the heart of Hiroshima’s bustling downtown, where many commuters pass by each day. The prominent Exhibition Banner Tapestry at the entrance successfully attracted people’s interest and drew them in.
Additionally, A4 flyers were placed in the Atomic Bomb Museum and various municipal offices, which also helped bring in many attendees. Overall, we believe this event provided a valuable opportunity for many to reflect on peace once again. - Inspiration
- When designing the “Hiroshima Peace Poster Exhibition 2024,” an annual event organized by JAGDA Hiroshima, my primary goal was to create something truly meaningful. In 2025, Hiroshima will mark 80 years since the atomic bombing, and even in 2024, key events like the release of the film “Oppenheimer” and the G7 Summit highlight the importance of revisiting the concept of peace.
I chose to blend the lyrics of Hiroshima’s “Hiroshima Peace Song” with water—a symbol both of what bomb survivors longed for and of Hiroshima’s modern cityscape—to convey an essential message through typography, while also reflecting the city’s peaceful atmosphere today. To accurately portray the flow of water, I studied Leonardo da Vinci’s manuscripts, focusing on his observations of fluid dynamics. Inspired by the image of a cascading waterfall, I hoped to evoke the sense of peace spreading outward among all who experience the design. - Project Duration
- Exhibition Period
August 25 (Sun) – August 30 (Fri), 2024
10:00 – 19:00
Venue
Former Bank of Japan Hiroshima Branch (Atomic Bombed Building) - Operation Flow
- This design invites visitors to follow a visual flow, starting with the large tapestry and moving through various signage. Each element guides attendees through the exhibition, helping them connect more deeply with its theme of peace. By uniting water imagery, typography, and strategic pacing, the experience is both intuitive and immersive, encouraging thoughtful reflection and dialogue.
- Image Credits
- Main Image: PHOTO / Naoya Katagami, SOUND / Words by Yoshio Shigezono Music by Minoru Yamamoto The city of Hiroshima,
Image #1: PHOTO / Naoya Katagami, SOUND / Words by Yoshio Shigezono Music by Minoru Yamamoto The city of Hiroshima
Image #2: PHOTO / Naoya Katagami, SOUND / Words by Yoshio Shigezono Music by Minoru Yamamoto The city of Hiroshima
Image #3: PHOTO / Naoya Katagami, SOUND / Words by Yoshio Shigezono Music by Minoru Yamamoto The city of Hiroshima,
Image #4: PHOTO / Naoya Katagami, SOUND / Words by Yoshio Shigezono Music by Minoru Yamamoto The city of Hiroshima,
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