The Japan Garphic Designers Association Inc. (JAGDA) is an organisation of professional graphic designers active throughout Japan and abroad. Since its establishment in 1978, JAGDA has continuously aimed to promote the enhancement of graphic design and to contribute to the betterment of cultural life through graphic design. These goals are pursued through a broad range of activities which foster the exchange of knowledge and experience relating to graphic design, including exhibitions, symposiums and publications. JAGDA is also an active member of the international Council of Graphic Design Associations, and takes an aggressive stance in promoting exchanges with design organisations worldwide. Garpic Design in Japan started in 1981 as an annual publication, introducing Japanese graphic design to the entire world. Each year Japan Graphic Design Association produces a compendium of outstandingl new works by its members. Production supervision and editing of Graphic Design in Japan are performed by the JAGDA Yearbook Editorial Team. Text in English anf Japanese. 1525 colour illustrations
