Where printing
professionals and
creators meet

atelier gray is a collaborative space
where creators come together
to shape ideas and products.

There are professionals in paper, ink, plate making,
printing, and bookbinding.

We use our knowledge, technology, and experience
to unleash new possibilities
to shape the expression creators seek.

We invite you to build a co-creation atelier with us
through our commitment to manufacturing.

CASE 01Introduction

We created a brand book called introduction
as a tool to correctly convey the concept of atelier gray.
In order to express the brand image,
we tried many types of paper and adjusted
the colors many times.
This section introduces design, photography, paper, and printing,
all of which we carefully craft.

01.Planning

01.Planning

We came up with ideas to convey the space called atelier gray and the feelings contained in it, and planned a brand book. We will freely expand our image while using various materials and print samples.

02.Production plan

02.Production plan

Determine specifications, design direction, and schedule. Production design meetings with professional staff for paper selection, printing, and book binding processes. Select the paper while actually touching it, and get a concrete idea of the finished image.

03.Editorial design

03.Editorial design

Once the materials have been prepared, work on the design. Take photos based on the produced rough image, and try different options for the layout and cropping patterns. Also think about and produce the text at the same time.

04.Image design

04.Image design

Correct the color tone to reflect the actual feel and message in the photo manuscript. In addition, the work of processing the data to make it optimal for print reproduction was also carried out with the support of dedicated staff.

05.Color proofing

05.Color proofing

Carry out trial printing and check the tone. With the monitors, printing presses, and lighting in a color-managed environment, provide feedback on the spot on deviations from the image and ensure color reproduction.

06.Printing

06.Printing

Since we use a digital inkjet printer that can use offset printing paper, you can experience the speed of printing only one copy or one book without making a plate from the data.

07.Cutting / Binding

07.Cutting / Binding

After printing is completed, the book is bound using the processing machine installed in atelier gray, which performs folding, binding, and cutting. Visitors can experience the process of making a book right in front of their eyes.

08.Completion

08.Completion

Completion of the brand book. By using atelier gray, we were able to make the brand book with attention to detail while consulting with professionals.

atelier gray is a place
where you can expand your creativity.
Join us in our commitment to manufacturing.
We look forward to welcoming
a broad range of creators.
Please feel free to contact us
if you have any questions or requests.

Contact

Access

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Address

6-27 Higashi-goken-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-0813
KATO BUNMEISHA Co., Ltd. Shinjuku Production Center 2F

Access

Iidabashi Station (JR Sobu Line)
[East Exit] 12 minutes on foot

Iidabashi Station (local subway train)
[Exit C1] 7 minutes on foot

Edogawabashi Station (Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line)
[Exit 4] 7 minutes on foot