
The Japanese obsession with presentation has permeated multiple subfields of industrial design, perhaps none more so than package design. In recognition of this fact is the currently running Suupaa Pop - Package Design from Japan, an exhibit at the AIGA National Design Gallery in New York.
From their site:
Many design concepts and product ideas have been borne out of the inspiration offered by the Japanese market; Japanese packaging is one of the leading forces of innovation, applied technology, and risk taking in the industry. The selections on display provide examples of unique design, unexpected use of materials, innovative products, beautiful aesthetics and inspiring surprises.
Show runs until May 25th. No word on whether they'll be displaying last year's infamous Nut-Busting Doritos pack, but we can hope.

[Via Jean Snow]
MILAN DESIGN WEEK 2009
PICTOPIA FESTIVAL 2009
HOME AND HOUSEWARES SHOW 2009
TRANSVERSALE 2009
NEW YORK CITY TOY FAIR 2009
IMM COLOGNE INTERNATIONAL FURNISHING SHOW
NORTH AMERICAN INT'L AUTO SHOW '09
TOKYO DESIGN WEEK 2008
LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL 2008
NeoCon 2009
MD&M East and ATX 2009
Nidecker Snowboard Design Competition
Tools of Engagement
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