Story

Where ideas meet craftsmanship, JACKAL products are born.
Discover the passion of the makers and the story behind each product—from concept to creation.

MAKING STORY

The Spark of Inspiration

We couldn’t find a calendar that we truly wanted to use ourselves.
Couldn’t there be something on our desks that brings a sense of calm and presence?
That’s how CLARA was born.

Not just a tool for checking dates,
but something that brings a moment of clarity every time it comes into view.

That intention is reflected in the warmth and transparency of the materials.

The Process of Trial and Error

The thickness and angle of the acrylic base, the texture of the paper, the font of the dates—
we conducted countless tests within a design that appears simple at first glance.

Particular attention was given to how shadows appear when the light hits it.

The hand-dyed nuances of the acrylic and the delicate shine of foil stamping were carefully balanced,
each enhancing the other without overpowering.

Warm Minimalism

The answer we arrived at: “Designs that bring a sense of calm to the things you see every day.”

Because these are items you use throughout the year, we focused on a refined presence rather than decoration.

The name CLARA means “clear” and “bright.” True to its name, it brings a touch of serenity to your desk and daily life.

We hope it delivers quiet beauty and a soft, soothing light to your everyday moments.

Design & Production

Producer / Director

Yoshihiro Soya

Born in Osaka in 1972. Served as an executive at Suikosha Co., Ltd. for 13 years, helping grow annual sales to ¥900 million. Involved in establishing domestic and international operations and product development, building systems ranging from business and manufacturing structures to employee training. In 2012, founded the R&D office Frameware to focus on Japanese manufacturing. Currently engaged in direct sales, product development, testing sales methods, and providing management consulting. Also founded the product brand JACKAL, delivering cutting-edge technology and insights to clients.

Designer

Takuya Matsuda

Born in Osaka in 1978. Studied product design in Kanazawa and participated in FABRICA (Italy), working on projects spanning interiors, furniture, products, and communication design. After returning to Japan, worked at BALS Inc., handling planning, design, and development. In 2007, founded SIRVICE, successfully collaborating with clients across various industries.

- Awards -
NY ADC Annual 88 Gold Award / Red Dot Award / iF Product Design Award / Good Design Award (SME Minister’s Prize)

Designer

Masafumi Yanabe

Born in Tokyo in 1978. Studied at Parsons School of Design and worked in New York before joining FABRICA in Italy, contributing to projects across product, interior, furniture, and package design. Upon returning to Japan, participated in numerous product development projects at sarasa design. Since 2018, has been a full-time lecturer in Product Design at the Department of Life Design, Sagami Women’s University.

- Awards -
Red Dot Design Award Winner, 2013 (Germany)