Where designers grow, flourish, and thrive together. KAIKASEN is not a bootcamp, cohort, or rigid program. It’s a dynamic, evolving garden of passionate designers who prioritize learning, collaboration, and meaningful practice. We just organized our first conference, Petalstorm Season 1.
Where designers grow, flourish, and thrive together. KAIKASEN is not a bootcamp, cohort, or rigid program. It’s a dynamic, evolving garden of passionate designers who prioritize learning, collaboration, and meaningful practice. We just organized our first conference, Petalstorm Season 1.
Where designers grow, flourish, and thrive together. KAIKASEN is not a bootcamp, cohort, or rigid program. It’s a dynamic, evolving garden of passionate designers who prioritize learning, collaboration, and meaningful practice. We just organized our first conference, Petalstorm Season 1.
KAIKASEN
KAIKASEN
KAIKASEN
Journey of a Thousand Blooms
Journey of a Thousand Blooms
Journey of a Thousand Blooms
Journey of a Thousand Blooms
• Overpriced bootcamps
• Generic, one-size-fits-all advice
• The lack of spaces for creativity, dedication, and feedback
KAIKASEN was founded by Ko Nakatsu, an experienced design executive with 25+ years of experience in design, as a response to the challenges many designers face today:
KAIKASEN was founded by Ko Nakatsu, an experienced design executive with 25+ years of experience in design, as a response to the challenges many designers face today:
KAIKASEN was founded by Ko Nakatsu, an experienced design executive with 25+ years of experience in design, as a response to the challenges many designers face today:
We provide a supportive space for designers starting their journey or seasoned with experience to grow and bloom.
Why We Exist
Advanced design topics
Advanced design topics
Advanced design topics
Real-world projects
Real-world projects
Real-world projects
Thoughtful collaboration
Thoughtful collaboration
Thoughtful collaboration
We meet every Saturday morning (PST) to:
Explore
Explore
Explore
Work
Work
Work
Engage
Engage
KAIKASEN is the place to grow deeply, push boundaries, and flourish alongside other designers.
KAIKASEN is the place to grow deeply, push boundaries, and flourish alongside other designers.
KAIKASEN is the place to grow deeply, push boundaries, and flourish alongside other designers.
How We Grow Together
How We Grow Together
How We Grow Together
No Barriers
Join for free and inclusive because growth should have no gatekeepers.
Guided Growth
Get coached by a seasoned design executive providing tools and mentorship.
Collaborative Environment
Learn from peers, practice on meaningful projects, and refine your craft.
Flourishing Community
A living, evolving community designed for long-term transformation.
Global Perspectives
Designers worldwide share diverse ideas, energy, and support.
Flourishing Community
Connect with an evolving community designed for long-term transformation.
Global Perspectives
Expand your views with designers around the world.
Built For Designers
Nurture
Nurture
Nurture
Your Craft
Embrace
Embrace
Embrace
Embrace
Your Challenges
Bloom
Bloom
Bloom
Toward Aspirations
Toward Aspirations
Toward Aspirations
Toward Aspirations
KAIKASEN is for designers ready to:
Whether you’re six months into your journey or six years deep, KAIKASEN is your space to grow.
Is This for You?
Testimonials
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With this community's support I have grown as a designer, developed my brand, and built life long connections. The experience has been truly transformative.
Dillon Jenkins
Product Designer
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Kaikasen has connected me with friends across continents who share my energy and passion for design. The best part? I got more design friends now !
Rishav kumar
Motion Designer
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This global community's invaluable support and feedback sparked my drive, sharpened my focus, and gave me the confidence to launch my freelancing journey.
Val Poon
Product Designer
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With this community's support i have grown as a designer, developed my brand, and built life long connections. The experience has been truly transformative.
Dillon Jenkins
Product Designer
“
Being a part of this community fuelled my drive to keep improving on my product design and communication skills. The people and feedback are invaluable.
Val Poon
Product Designer
“
Kaikasen has connected me with friends across continents who share my energy and passion for design. The best part? I got more design friends now !
Rishav kumar
Motion Designer
KAIKASEN
KAIKASEN
A Global Garden for Designers
Where designers grow, flourish, and thrive together. KAIKASEN is not a bootcamp, cohort, or rigid program—it’s a dynamic, evolving garden of passionate designers who prioritize learning, collaboration, and meaningful practice.
KAIKASEN was founded by Ko Nakatsu, an experienced design executive with 20+ years of experience in Tech Industry, as a response to the challenges many designers face today.
Overpriced bootcamps
Generic, one-size-fits-all advice
A lack of spaces where creativity, dedication, and feedback thrive
We provides a supportive space for designers—whether just starting their journey or seasoned with experience—to grow and bloom.
Why We Exist
How We Grow Together
KAIKASEN is more than a place to learn—it’s a space to grow deeply, push boundaries, and flourish alongside others.
We meet every Saturday morning (PST) to:
Explore
Advanced design topics
WORK
On real-world projects
ENGAGE
In thoughtful collaboration
Built For Designers
No Barriers
Free and inclusive—because growth should have no gatekeepers.
Guided Growth
Led by a seasoned design executive providing tools and mentorship.
Collaborative Environment
Learn from peers, practice on meaningful projects, and refine your craft.
Flourishing Community
A living, evolving community designed for long-term transformation.
Global Perspectives
Designers worldwide share diverse ideas, energy, and support.
Is This for You?
Whether you’re six months into your journey or six years deep, KAIKASEN is your space to grow.
KAIKASEN is for designers ready to:
Nurture
Your Craft
Embrace
New Challenges
Your Challenges
Your Challenges
Your Challenges
Bloom
Toward Your Aspirations
Toward Aspirations
Toward Aspirations
Toward Aspirations
Testimonials
“
With this community's support i have grown as a designer, developed my brand, and built life long connections. The experience has been truly transformative.
Dillon Jenkins
Product Designer
“
Being a part of this community fuelled my drive to keep improving on my product design and communication skills. The people and feedback are invaluable.
Val Poon
Product Designer
“
Kaikasen has connected me with friends across continents who share my energy and passion for design. The best part? I got more design friends now !
Rishav kumar
Motion Designer
“
With this community's support i have grown as a designer, developed my brand, and built life long connections. The experience has been truly transformative.
Dillon Jenkins
Product Designer
“
Being a part of this community fuelled my drive to keep improving on my product design and communication skills. The people and feedback are invaluable.
Val Poon
Product Designer
“
Kaikasen has connected me with friends across continents who share my energy and passion for design. The best part? I got more design friends now !
Rishav kumar
Motion Designer
“
With this community's support i have grown as a designer, developed my brand, and built life long connections. The experience has been truly transformative.
Dillon Jenkins
Product Designer
“
Being a part of this community fuelled my drive to keep improving on my product design and communication skills. The people and feedback are invaluable.
Val Poon
Product Designer
“
Kaikasen has connected me with friends across continents who share my energy and passion for design. The best part? I got more design friends now !
Rishav kumar
Motion Designer
“
With this community's support i have grown as a designer, developed my brand, and built life long connections. The experience has been truly transformative.
Dillon Jenkins
Product Designer
“
Being a part of this community fuelled my drive to keep improving on my product design and communication skills. The people and feedback are invaluable.
Val Poon
Product Designer
“
Kaikasen has connected me with friends across continents who share my energy and passion for design. The best part? I got more design friends now !
Rishav kumar
Motion Designer
Rishav,
Motion & UX Designer 🇮🇳
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Dillion Jenkins,
Product Designer 🇺🇸
With this community's support i have grown as a designer, developed my brand, and built life long connections. The experience has been truly transformative.
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Being a part of this community fuelled my drive to keep improving on my product design and communication skills. The people and feedback are invaluable.
Val Poon,
Product Designer 🇨🇦
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Petalstorm
11 January 2025
09:00 - 13:30 [Pacific Standard Time]
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Petalstorm
11 January 2025
09:00 - 13:30 [Pacific Standard Time]
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Petalstorm
11 January 2025
09:00 - 13:30 [Pacific Standard Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @ 2025
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Petalstorm
11 January 2025
09:00 - 13:30 [Pacific Standard Time]
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Petalstorm
11 January 2025
9am-2:30pm [Pacific Time]
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Petalstorm
11 January 2025
09:00 - 13:30 [Pacific Standard Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @ 2025
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Petalstorm
11 January 2025
9am-2:30pm [Pacific Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @2025
See you at
Petalstorm
11 January 2025
09:00 - 13:30 [Pacific Standard Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @ 2025
See you at
Petalstorm
11 January 2025
9am-2:30pm [Pacific Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @2025
See you at
Petalstorm
11 January 2025
09:00 - 13:30 [Pacific Standard Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @ 2025
See you at
Petalstorm
11 January 2025
9am-2:30pm [Pacific Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @2025
See you at
Petalstorm
11 January 2025
09:00 - 13:30 [Pacific Standard Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @ 2025
See you at
Petalstorm
11 January 2025
9am-2:30pm [Pacific Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @2025
See you at
Petalstorm
11 January 2025
09:00 - 13:30 [Pacific Standard Time]
All rights reserved Dropdown LLC @ 2025