Soetsu Yanagi Quotes
While most design texts celebrate singular genius, these two quotes distill Soetsu Yanagi’s warning against over‑proud individualism and his belief that true freedom comes when tools match human needs. The brief selection offers a glimpse into his broader philosophy of proportion and humility. Readers interested in Japanese design philosophy, craftsmanship, or industrial design may also enjoy the “Wabi‑Sabi aesthetics” and “Traditional artisans” pages.
![“[Soetsu Yanagi's] main criticism of individual craftsmen and modern artists is that they are overproud of their individualism. I think I am right in saying Yanagi's belief was that the good artist of craftsman has no personal pride because in his soul he knows that any prowess he shows is evidence…” quote by Bernard Leach](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/115/bernard-leach-87404_arrogance_soetsu-yanagi-s-main-criticism-of-indivi_1137385.jpg)
