Mono Makers Program

Mono Makers Program

Find your next collaborator and develop new products

To stimulate collaboration between Japan and the Netherlands, NN Life and MONO JAPAN joined hands together to start up the new programme “MONO MAKERS PROGRAM”. The focus of this programme is to create a new product for the European market, that embodies the quality of Dutch design and Japanese craftsmanship.

Program Information

Apply for MONO MAKERS PROGRAM

Apply before 15 May 2024!

The program aims to explore the intersection between Dutch and Japanese craft culture and to create a collaborative products that reflects the talent and creativity of each creators involved in the project. Application deadline is 15 May 2024!

18 April 2023 | MONO MAKERS MEET

Practical Information MONO MAKERS PROGRAM

Application details for MONO MAKERS PROGRAM. Get a unique opportunity to develop new products with your collaborator!

15 April 2023 | MONO MAKERS MEET

News

Apply for MONO MAKERS PROGRAM

Apply before 15 May 2024!

The program aims to explore the intersection between Dutch and Japanese craft culture and to create a collaborative products that reflects the talent and creativity of each creators involved in the project. Application deadline is 15 May 2024!

18 April 2023 | MONO MAKERS MEET

OPEN CALL for MONO MAKERS PROGRAM 2024

OPEN CALL for MMP 2024 starting from 1st April 2024

Exciting news! We are excited to announce the continuation of our project initiated last year, with the launch of the 2024 edition this year. This project will once again unite Dutch and Japanese artisans to craft exceptional and innovative pieces that reflect the rich creativity and distinct visions of both cultures. To join our program,

29 March 2024 | MONO MAKERS MEET

Continuation of the online platform MMM and MONO MAKERS PROGRAM in 2024!

We are very happy to announce that NN Life Japan and MONO JAPAN have decided to continue operating the online platform MONO MAKERS MEET (MMM) as a meeting place for Japanese-Dutch creative cooperation beyond April 2024. The International collaboration program MONO MAKERS PROGRAM (MMP), which was open for applications last year, will also be implemented

7 March 2024 | MONO MAKERS MEET

Program Updates

Apply for MONO MAKERS PROGRAM

Apply before 15 May 2024!

The program aims to explore the intersection between Dutch and Japanese craft culture and to create a collaborative products that reflects the talent and creativity of each creators involved in the project. Application deadline is 15 May 2024!

18 April 2023 | MONO MAKERS MEET

MMP Report: Visit to Tottori’s Inshu Washi maker

Mae Engelgeer and Yohei Oue are collaborating on the MONO MAKERS PROGRAM. Currently, they are developing interior products using Washi paper, with the prototype stage concluding in February. They are set to unveil their new products for the first time at the Kyoto Gift Show in March. With the MMP ending at the end of

8 March 2024 | MONO MAKERS MEET

Mae & Yohei’s first meeting in Osaka

On 31 July 2023, Mae Engelgeer and Yohei Oue, the duo selected by the MMP, met for the first time in real life at Yohei’s head office in Osaka. As Mae had traveled from Kyoto to Tennoji station by train, the three of us walked from the station to Yohei’s office, while having an icebreaker

9 August 2023 | MONO MAKERS MEET

Announcement of the MONO MAKERS PROGRAM

Announcement of the prizes for the MONO MAKERS PROGRAM

The program aims to explore the intersection between Dutch and Japanese craft culture and to create a collaborative products that reflects the talent and creativity of each creators involved in the project. Application deadline is 9 June 2023!

22 June 2023 | MONO MAKERS MEET

About MONO MAKERS PROGRAM

What is MONO MAKERS PROGRAM and how it started.

15 April 2023 | MONO MAKERS MEET