Character Designer
tomo.design / TOMOKI TANIKAKE
I create friendly, memorable characters that people continue to love for years to come.
I have designed official mascots and characters for local governments, companies, universities, and other organizations. Through character design, I strive to bring each client's ideas and values to life.
About Me
My journey as an artist began in elementary school, when my homeroom teacher praised one of my drawings. That encouragement inspired me to attend art classes, where I discovered my passion for illustration and character design. Since then, I've continued pursuing that passion and now work as a professional character designer.
Walking my two dogs is part of my daily routine, and those walks often become my favorite time to develop new ideas and find inspiration for future characters.
Character Design Specialties
・University Mascot Design
・Regional Mascot & PR Character Design
・Corporate & Medical Mascot Design
・Event Character Design
Design Concept
I believe that a character should become a familiar and beloved presence that continues to connect with people for years to come.
Each character is carefully designed to be approachable, versatile, and easy to adapt across various applications, while reflecting the target audience and intended purpose.
Awards & Achievements
・Sea Forest Park Mascot Character — Grand Prize (1,666 entries)
・Shunan Public University Mascot Character — Grand Prize
・Keihan Group 110th Anniversary Symbol Mark — Award of Excellence
・"Drowning in Beer" Character Contest — 1st Place
・Kanagawa Amusement Cooperative Association Mascot Character — Grand Prize
・JA Chiba Midori Character Design — Grand Prize
・Watari Town Tourism Association, Miyagi Prefecture Character Design — Grand Prize
・Iga Ueno Castle Character Design — Grand Prize
Tools & Environment
・Adobe Illustrator
・Adobe Photoshop
・Procreate
Message
Every character begins with a story. I carefully create designs that capture the purpose and passion behind each project, bringing ideas to life through character design.
If you're considering a character design project, I would be happy to discuss your ideas. Please feel free to contact me.
Delivering the charm of Japanese KAWAII through character design.
Other Design Services
While character design is my main focus, I also offer a variety of creative services, including illustration, graphic design, and web design.
From visual concepts to complete design solutions, I work closely with clients to bring their ideas to life. Please feel free to contact me about your project.
Get in Touch
Have a character design project in mind? Feel free to contact me for a consultation or a free quotation. I'd be happy to discuss your ideas with you.