#56: Kansei Enginering within Japanese Daily-Life — Presentation Detail — Celebration of Scholars

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#56: Kansei Enginering within Japanese Daily-Life

Name: Jaramey Stobbe
Major: Graphic Design, Japanese
Hometown: Waukesha, WI
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Type of research: Senior thesis

Abstract

This research examines the application of Kansei Engineering within the design of various products and experiences in Japan. Kansei means feeling or sensibility in Japanese. Kansei Engineering was created as a design and engineering method to focus on the feelings a product gives the consumer during use. Japan has a notorious reputation for advanced technologies, reflected in its unique approach to design. In several aspects of daily life, such as transportation, dining, and daily-use products, deep thought exists about how things are designed to benefit their users. Through a detailed analysis of these elements, this study aims to provide an in-depth understanding of how Kansei Engineering is utilized within Japanese design culture.

This poster focuses on two main sections: the design of a common Japanese restaurant dining experience, and the design of daily-use products and machines such as the Seven Bank ATM. By analyzing these sections, this study uncovers the underlying principles and strategies of Kansei Engineering that contribute to creating innovative and user-friendly products in Japan.

Through qualitative methods, this research aims to identify key factors and methodologies of Kansei Engineering that contribute to the successful design and development of products throughout Japan.

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