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Toshihiko Sakai wins Bronze at the prestigious A' Art and Stationery Supplies Design Award with Soroban Colette Abacus.

Toshihiko Sakai's groundbreaking Art Supplies sets new standards for innovation and excellence, earning prestigious Bronze A' Design Award recognition in the A' Art and Stationery Supplies Design Competition.

In a significant acknowledgment of design excellence and innovation, it has been officially announced that “Soroban Colette Abacus” by Toshihiko Sakai has been distinguished with the bronze award status at the prestigious A' Design Awards for the year 2025, in the highly competitive art and stationery supplies design category.

This distinction honors the remarkable design quality and innovative approach embodied in the creation. The Bronze A' Design Award not only underscores the exceptional design and conceptual prowess of the Soroban Colette Abacus but also emphasizes the influential role of Asahi Printing Co., Ltd. in elevating standards within the art supplies domain.

The visionary behind “Soroban Colette Abacus” Toshihiko Sakai, has been acknowledged for their dedication to pushing the boundaries of design. A deeper look into their portfolio and philosophy can be found at their designer.org profile, showcasing a commitment to excellence and innovation.

To explore “Soroban Colette Abacus” and its groundbreaking design features further, interested parties are invited to visit the design|newsroom where high resolution images, multimedia content, interviews and translations are available for the award-winning art supplies.

About Soroban Colette Abacus

Previously, the abacus had square corners, but it has been reborn having a gentler design featuring rounded corners so that children can use it without worrying about damaging something with the item. The design does not use screws, nails, or adhesive, making it a safe product for younger children. By having a variety of colors that children like, the options have expanded. Additionally, the number of parts has been reduced by 40%, making manufacturing simpler and more efficient.

About A' Design Awards

The A' Design Award & Competition, celebrated worldwide for honoring superior design, distinguishes itself through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by a panel of industry experts, journalists, and academics. The A' Design Award celebrates the diversity and innovation of designs across various categories. A' Art and Stationery Supplies Design Award honors outstanding design of brushes, paints, sketchbooks, pencils, pastels, easels, canvases, markers and more.

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