I am a graphic designer who was born and raised in the coastal area of northern Japan. I attribute my creative roots from living around the beautiful city there. In my career I’ve had the privilege to work in many different industries and for clients such as travel agencies , design agencies, IT companies, non-profits, and private clients. I usually use adobe suite products like Indesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. I love exploring new styles and techniques to suit the clients needs. I’m a digital nomad at the moment and have been country hopping since 2015. I’m obsessed with seeing new and exciting locations and exploring nature across the world. I love to meet new people with different experiences from my own and it can have an influence on my design and give me new perspectives.
Portfolio:
shinyagraphics.myportfolio.com
Graphic Design
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Banner Ad Design
Flyer Design
Illustration
Logo Design
Figma
Poster Design
Digital Illustration
Blender
3D Illustration
Japanese
Rina S.
Hachioji, Japan
$18/hr
5.0
7 jobs
I’m a designer who enjoys working closely with paper, texts, layouts, and structure.
I have experience in book and magazine layout.
I also support bilingual (Japanese–English) content and hand-drawn illustration projects.
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📚Book / Editorial Design
I have over 5 years of experience in book-related design work. I’ve also created my own books and zines, which helps me understand the full production process—from structure and layout to final output.
I’m especially comfortable with:
- Book and magazine layout
- Formatting and organizing text-heavy content
- Working within existing formats and guidelines
I enjoy projects where the content and structure matter as much as the visual design.
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✍️ Japanese Translation
I’m a native Japanese speaker, currently based in Ireland. I often write and edit text for my own books and zines, so I approach translation with attention to flow, tone, and how words live on the page.
What I offer:
- Japanese–English translation with cultural sensitivity
- Design-aware translation that considers layout, spacing, and visual flow
- Japanese content writing, if needed
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🎨 Hand-drawn Illustration
I also create hand-drawn illustrations, mainly using oil pastels. This works well for gentle, story-driven projects, such as children’s content or personal publications.
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I value clear communication and a calm, collaborative workflow. If you’re looking for someone who works carefully and honestly with your content, I’d be happy to hear about your project.
Graphic Design
Adobe InDesign
Translation
Photo Editing
Editorial Design
Japanese
KAZUHIKO I.
Sumoto, Japan
$25/hr
4.0
2 jobs
Are you looking to expand your E-commerce business into the Japanese market?
Hi, I'm Kaz, a specialized Amazon & E-commerce Product Image Designer based in Japan. Entering the Japanese market (Amazon Japan, Rakuten, etc.) can be challenging due to unique cultural preferences and high-context visual aesthetics. That is exactly where I come in.
I don't just design pretty images; I create high-converting graphics tailored specifically for Japanese consumers. With a background in Business Management and experience working in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment in New York, I understand both your business goals and the cultural nuances required to make your products sell.
My workflow is designed to be stress-free and efficient. First, we align on your target audience and branding through clear communication. Next, I provide a rough draft to confirm the design direction early on, preventing endless revisions. Finally, I deliver pixel-perfect, high-quality images ready for your storefront.
Let's overcome the language and cultural barriers together. Send me a message, and let's discuss how we can maximize your sales in Japan!
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Graphic Design Software
Figma
WordPress e-Commerce
Photo Retouching
Inline Banner Design
Amazon Listing
AI Image Editing
Mark Joseph C.
Sendai, Japan
$8/hr
4.7
10 jobs
Hello, I'm Mark!
Let's strive together!
I'm a graphic designer experienced in designing websites, logos, videos, product marketing, and using software such as Photoshop, Figma, and Sketchup. My goal is to deliver tasks efficiently.
Your goal is my goal.
Skills and Experiences:
• Adaptive
• Quick Learner
• Efficient Problem Solver
• Great Communication
• Flexible
• Attentive to details
• Web Design
• Microsoft
• Google
• Outlook
• Figma
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe
• AutoCAD
• Sketchup
• Banner creation
• Landing Page (LP)
• Logo creation
• Merchandise and Apparel
• T-shirt designs and sewing patterns
• Posters and advertisements
• Brochures and flyers
Rate is negotiable .
Adobe Photoshop
Web Design
Virtual Assistance
Data Entry
General Transcription
Facebook Marketplace
Market Research
Academic Research
Company Research
Figma
Canva
Adobe Premiere Pro
WordPress
Yoko M.
Kyoto, Japan
$65/hr
5.0
8 jobs
I design minimal logos, wordmarks, and brand identity systems for founders,
premium brands, and growing businesses.
My work combines clear visual strategy, Japanese design sensibility,
and refined typography to create identities that feel distinctive, practical, and long-lasting.
I specialize in logo design, custom wordmarks, monograms, and small brand identity systems
that work across packaging, print, and digital use.
With over 25 years of experience, I combine structured visual thinking, Japanese design heritage, and cultural depth to create identities that feel modern, authentic, and quietly memorable.
My work is especially suited for lifestyle, wellness, hospitality, premium brands, and organizations that value clarity, quiet beauty, and timeless design.
What I offer:
– logo design
– wordmark design
– brand identity systems
– visual direction
– typography and color direction
My approach:
– no templates
– no AI-generated logos
– carefully crafted design from concept to final execution
If you are looking for a calm, distinctive, and culturally refined brand identity, I would be glad to discuss your project.
Graphic Design
Adobe Illustrator
Logo Design
Typography
Brand Identity Design
Minimalist
Visual Identity
Japanese
Brand Identity & Guidelines
Brand Design
Brand Guidelines
Logotype
Logomark
Corporate Brand Identity
Rebranding
Brand Consulting
Packaging Design
Pattern Design
Natalya N.
Tokyo, Japan
$35/hr
5.0
21 jobs
I create commercial-grade visual content for brands – from product photography and high-conversion ad creatives to website banners and full fashion campaigns. My approach combines precision AI generation with expert Photoshop compositing to deliver polished, production-ready assets. For brands that need many consistent variations at scale, I also build the reusable AI prompt systems behind them – not just single images, but a design system you can reuse.
✨ What I can create for you:
– Commercial AI Product Photography: high-fidelity imagery for e-commerce, beauty tech, cosmetics, and fragrance (maintaining strict label and geometry accuracy).
– High-Conversion Digital Assets: Meta ad creatives, CTR-optimized YouTube thumbnails, and large-format print preparation.
– Website & Brand Visuals: hero banners, landing page imagery, and realistic AI composites preserving real human likeness, fully assembled in Figma.
– AI Brand & Fashion Campaigns: character-consistent AI models, campaign stills, and AI cinematic video.
– Fine Art & Conceptual Collages: gallery-ready print collections and symbolic visual storytelling, print-prepped for large-format (300 DPI, CMYK).
– Scalable AI Prompt Systems: for brands needing many consistent, on-brand variations – flavor swaps, new SKUs, style-DNA extraction from references.
🛠️ My Technical Skills include:
– AI Image & Video Generation: Midjourney, Nano Banana Pro/2, ChatGPT Image, Reve, Seedream, Leonardo AI, Kling, Seedance.
– Post-Production: advanced Photoshop compositing, precise masking, non-destructive editing, portrait retouching, and AI artifact removal.
– Design & Layout: Figma, typography integration, cinematic color grading, print prep (300 DPI, CMYK).
– Workflow Architecture: Weavy.AI, Higgsfield, system prompt engineering, node-based design pipelines.
🌱 What sets me apart: I don't just generate images – I build the underlying systems. For example, I recently spent four months engineering a multi-scenario AI prompt system for a packaging app (flavor swaps, category transfers, style-DNA extraction). The same logic applies to any brand needing consistent variations at scale. I use Midjourney to establish premium lighting, Nano Banana Pro/2 to maintain strict identity, and Adobe Photoshop for the final, flawless gallery-level finish.
💬 Send your references or brief and I'll tell you which approach fits – a single AI-generated image, or a reusable prompt system built for scale.
DETAILED SERVICES & KEYWORDS
💎 AI FOR E-COMMERCE & PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
Generate photorealistic "virtual" product photography without a physical studio. Keywords: AI Product Photography, Jewellery & Cosmetics Renderings, E-commerce Mockups, Amazon/Shopify/Etsy Listings, Hero Shots & Detail Close-Ups, Product Visualization.
🧩 AI WORKFLOW & PROMPT SYSTEMS
Scale a design concept across multiple categories or flavors. I engineer workflows that extract your brand's DNA and apply it systematically while preserving core shapes and logo placements. Keywords: Prompt Systems, Multi-Stage Workflows, Node-Based AI, Style Transfer, AI-Generated Packaging Design, Brand Consistency at Scale, Creative Automation.
🎬 WEBSITES, CREATORS & BRAND CAMPAIGNS
Full-cycle visual strategy from character development to web layout. Keywords: Realistic AI Composites, Website Hero Banners, AI Fashion Photography, Model Consistency, AI Video (Kling, Seedance), Cinematic YouTube Thumbnails, Book Cover Design, Podcast Cover Art.
🛠️ ADVANCED PHOTOSHOP & COMPOSITING
AI generates the base; Photoshop creates the finish. I correct anatomy, refine typography, and composite multiple generated assets into a cohesive commercial scene. Keywords: High-End Image Compositing, Creative Photo Manipulation, Surreal Collaging, AI Artifact Removal, Masking, Cinematic Color Grading, Background Replacement, Print Design, Brand Identity.
Graphic Design
Banner Ad Design
Social Media Design
Book Cover Design
Design Mockup
Creative Direction
Art & Design
Poster Design
YouTube Thumbnail
Image Editing
AI Image Editing
AI Image Generation
AI Video Generation
Prompt Engineering
Product Placement
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