Cuteness Engineering

Cuteness Engineering (Springer) defines and explores cuteness and its incorporation into modern products and services. The authors provide detailed analyses of the histories of cuteness in Japan and China, discuss the rise of Kawaii cultural artifacts, and attempt an initial taxonomy of cuteness.

Paw in print

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The cover of PAW’s February 2025 issue, featuring a photo of Frank Stella leaning back with his hands behind his head.