Former PlayStation CTO publishes Ink and Blessing on Amazon, Reimagining Baby Boy and Girl names in kanji

Top baby names from England and Wales are reimagined through Ateji, pairing sound and meaning in auspicious kanji.

Tokyo, Japan, 17th Jun 2026 – Office Chatani, Inc. (President and CEO: Masayuki Chatani) has released worldwide on Amazon the book series *Ink & Blessing (England & Wales Edition)*, which reinterprets the meanings and blessings embedded in names through Japan’s traditional kanji culture.

Based on the Top 50 baby names in England and Wales published by the Office for National Statistics, the 2026 edition applies the traditional Japanese technique of Ateji, pairing sound with meaning through carefully selected kanji. Intended for readers in the United Kingdom and beyond, the books introduce a Japanese perspective in which parental wishes are entrusted to the meaning of each character. Kanji are carefully selected to harmonize with the sound of each name while conveying auspicious and beautiful meanings.

Rather than a simple translation, the series presents names as poetic expressions by layering sound and meaning, proposing a new form of naming where culture and art intersect. These Japanese names-inspired interpretations offer a new perspective on name meaning while bridging Western naming traditions and Japanese culture.

 

Beyond Translation: The Harmony of Sound and Meaning in Ateji

The selection of kanji in this book goes beyond literal or sequential translation. While Western naming conventions often rely on historical or religious references, the Japanese writing system allows each character to function independently as both meaning and sound. Rather than mechanically substituting information, this work applies Ateji by matching the phonetics of English-language names with kanji that carry auspicious meanings, adding new cultural value.

For example, the name “Oliver,” which remains popular in the United Kingdom and derives from the olive tree, a symbol of peace. This book assigns the kanji (O-Ri-Ba). This interpretation expresses a wish for a life guided by sound principles and flourishing prosperity, conveying not merely characters but the deeper intention carried within the name.

 

From Digital Extremes to the Timeless Value of Ink

Masayuki Chatani, former CTO of Sony Computer Entertainment and a key architect of the PlayStation platform, is now active as a digital and AI advisor for executives. His return to the analog world of calligraphy reflects a desire to redefine value through the fusion of advanced technology and traditional culture.

Having spent decades designing software systems, Chatani defines kanji as a refined logical code of the human spirit developed over thousands of years. In an era where information is increasingly abstracted into data, this book was conceived from the belief that handwritten calligraphy remains an essential cultural asset to be passed on to future generations.

Ateji, a “Blessing Code,” is where digital innovation and tradition intersect.

Key Features

– Fusion of tradition and modernity: Popular names from England and Wales redefined through traditional Ateji.
– Original calligraphy: All brushwork featured in the books was created and digitized by Masayuki Chatani, who also works as a calligrapher under the art name KouTetsu Chatani.
– Personal discovery: An opportunity to explore hidden layers of name meaning and uncover new perspectives on identity.

Practical and Cultural Applications

This series is designed not only as a name reference, but also as a cultural and artistic resource.

1. Use as a gift or for appreciation
Featuring original calligraphy by KouTetsu Chatani, the hardcover edition is particularly suitable as a new baby gift or as a present for enthusiasts of Japanese culture.

2. Inspiration for naming
The books provide a new perspective by integrating Japanese character-based intentions into Western naming traditions, including contemporary baby boy names and girl names.

3. Promotion of multicultural understanding
By engaging with the structure of kanji and the logic of Ateji, readers gain deeper insight into cultural concepts unique to the Japanese language.

 

Book Information

“Ink & Blessing (England & Wales Edition) – 50 Boy Baby Names in Auspicious Kanji”
“Ink & Blessing (England & Wales Edition) – 50 Girl Baby Names in Auspicious Kanji”

Author: Masayuki Chatani
Formats: eBook, Paperback, Hardcover
Retailer: Amazon

Author Profile

Masayuki Chatani (calligraphy name: KouTetsu Chatani) is President and CEO of Office Chatani, Inc. A former CTO of Sony Computer Entertainment, he played a leading role in the development of successive PlayStation platforms. He later held senior positions in technology strategy and AI transformation at Rakuten, KPMG, and McKinsey & Company. Currently active as both a business advisor and calligrapher, he continues to explore value creation at the intersection of advanced technology and traditional culture.

 

Ink & Blessing (England & Wales edition) – 50 Boy Baby Names in Auspicious Kanji

 

Ink & Blessing (England & Wales edition) – 50 Girl Baby Names in Auspicious Kanji

 

“Elijah” – A Calligraphy and its meanings

 

“Ivy” – A Calligraphy and its meanings

 

Caption：Calligraphy masterpieces by Masayuki (KouTetsu) Chatani

First publish on Big News UK.

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