Design Apps That Actually Work

We create mobile app interfaces that people love using. Real solutions for real businesses in Japan's growing mobile market.

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Our Design Journey

From startup idea to established design studio

March 2021

FlowUpNext Founded

Started with a simple belief: mobile apps should feel natural, not complicated. Our first client was a local restaurant that needed a ordering app that actually worked for their customers.

August 2022

First Major Success

Redesigned a fitness app that increased user retention by 340%. This project taught us how small design changes create big differences in how people use apps daily.

January 2024

Team Expansion

Growing demand led us to expand our team with specialists in user research and accessibility. We now handle more complex projects while maintaining our personal touch.

Looking Ahead 2025

Next Chapter

Launching our design education program and expanding our expertise in emerging technologies. We're excited to share what we've learned with the next generation of designers.

Kenji Nakamura, Senior UX Designer

Kenji Nakamura

Lead Design Instructor

Eight years designing apps for Japanese market. Previously worked at Sony Mobile and several Tokyo startups. Believes great design happens when you really understand your users.

Learn From Real Experience

Our teaching approach comes from actual client work. We don't just show you design theory – we walk you through real projects, real challenges, and real solutions that work in today's market.

  • Start with user research, not pretty pictures
  • Test early and test often with real users
  • Design for accessibility from day one
  • Learn to present ideas that clients actually buy
  • Build portfolios using real project case studies
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Recent Projects

Each project tells a story of collaboration between our team and clients who needed real solutions

E-commerce mobile app interface design

Shopping App Redesign

Simplified checkout process reduced cart abandonment by 60% for this electronics retailer.

Healthcare app user interface design

Medical Appointment App

Made booking appointments as easy as ordering coffee. Patients love the clear schedule view.

Financial mobile app design interface

Banking App Security

Redesigned authentication flow that's both more secure and easier to use. Customer satisfaction up 45%.

Design Programs

Choose the learning path that fits your schedule and goals. Programs start September 2025.

UX Foundations

¥180,000
  • 8-week intensive program
  • Real client project work
  • Portfolio development
  • Weekly mentor sessions
  • Job placement guidance
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Advanced UI design workshop materials

Advanced UI Design

¥240,000
  • 12-week comprehensive course
  • Multiple client projects
  • Advanced prototyping tools
  • Design system creation
  • Industry networking events
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