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Old Japanese illustration showing the construction and composition of family crests (Kamon), including compass-based division and motif placement. Scanned from a traditional Kamon design manual preserved by the artist’s family.

Old Japanese illustration showing the construction and composition of family crests (Kamon), including compass-based division and motif placement. Scanned from a traditional Kamon design manual preserved by the artist’s family.

Kamon Design Meaning: 1000-year old design masterpieces

Japanese family crests, or Kamon, are iconic symbols with deep meaning. Explore their design, history, and continued influence in art and branding.

Fuh-mi

Jul 14, 20253 min read

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