BRIEF

In a world full of electronic consumption, we were brief to create a product that actively challenges media usage.

APPROACH AND DESIGN

I developed "The Hikikomori Project." Named after the Japanese term for severe social withdrawal, this project aims to combat societal withdrawal through a card game designed to foster authentic conversations and reduce smartphone dependency.

The Hikikomori Project offers three editions to cater to different relationship dynamics:

Self Edition: Encourages self-reflection and personal growth with thought-provoking questions.

Friend Edition: Deepens friendships through meaningful conversations about memories and dreams.

Love Edition: Strengthens romantic relationships with questions that explore love stories and emotional bonds.

Players gather, place stickers over their phone screens to eliminate distractions, and use dice to add an element of surprise in selecting questions meant to spark genuine conversation. This method ensures fresh and spontaneous conversations, leading to genuine connections that last beyond the game. Unplug, roll the dice, and let The Hikikomori Project guide you toward deeper, more meaningful interactions.