Moé Ming Ink and pixels: A crossover of Ming and Otaku


Xiang JING

Product Design

Supervisor: Dr. Yuan YUAN


This work explores the innovative fusion of Ming Dynasty traditional culture andmodern anime aesthetics. Through creative merchandise designs such as acrylicstands, paper posters, and badges, it reinterprets traditional Ming-era clothing patterns, and motifs by integrating Modernized Traditional Chinese Style influences. By revitalizing heritage through modern desian language, the proiect aims to enrichanime culture with deeper cultural significance, bridging the past and present in avisually engaging way.




Last Updated:Nov 11, 2025