mojiface
About “mojiface” by TAISAN
“mojiface” is a unique art form created by TAISAN, blending Japanese characters with imagery using traditional sumi ink and brush techniques. In Japan, this playful and expressive style is sometimes affectionately referred to as “Emoji,” reflecting the way characters can convey both meaning and emotion.
The idea behind mojiface was born from TAISAN’s belief that learning Japanese doesn't have to be difficult — it can be simple, fun, and memorable. By transforming language into art, he hopes to make Japanese more accessible and enjoyable for people around the world.
The Japanese writing system is made up of three scripts: hiragana, katakana, and kanji. Hiragana and katakana evolved uniquely within Japan, while kanji originally came from China. Some kanji remain the same as in Chinese, while others have changed over time. Many kanji were originally pictographs, with visual forms that reflect their meanings — a concept that mojiface brings vividly to life.
TAISAN’s mojiface artworks often incorporate not only kanji but also elements of global languages and cultures, merging visual storytelling with linguistic beauty. Each piece becomes a bridge between language, art, and the joy of learning.
笑文字とは？
笑文字とは書画家 田中太山が考案した文字を絵にデザインする書画です。
書く人が『笑』顔になれる『文字』 、見る人が『笑』顔になれる『文字』をコンセプトに黒と朱の２色だけを用いて制作しています。
そしてデザインはただ描くだけではなく、パッと見てその文字の意味が伝わるようなデザインにしています。
2009年からスタートした笑文字塾には年間3.000人以上の生徒達が集まります。
田中太山公認の弟子達も教えを守り、日々精力的に活動しています。
この笑文字を新しい文字文化にする為に、世界各国様々な土地で講師活動を行っています。
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