Sometimes Japanese and Western web designs are VERY different
Posted in Main on December 29th, 2008 by Pingdom
Many of the major websites have localized versions of their pages for different countries. Most of the time it’s just a plain translation of their “regular” website (for example Apple Japan, Yahoo Japan and MSN Japan, to name just a few), but sometimes localization is taken a BIG step further.
Exhibit A: Yahoo Geocities, the American version
Exhibit B: Yahoo Geocities, the Japanese version
A slightly different approach, wouldn’t you say? 
This is kind of related to a post we made about the approach to web design used by Asian web hosting companies, where you can check out a number of interesting screenshots and observations.
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Anthony
January 5th, 2009 at 1:49 pm
I’ve noticed this as well … I guess it’s the best way to suit different tastes. Japanese people are (usually) rather keen on colorful designs, while western websites rather focus on soberty and elegance.
Chiang Mai Web Design
January 27th, 2009 at 1:46 am
Yes, I think so.
Ji
February 3rd, 2009 at 11:18 am
That is a good observation, I have found that most japanese websites are better looking… that might just be my take on things.