Murakami, Takashi – MOSAEC

Marie Kondo, Takashi Murakami and the Other Japanese Icons on T’s New Covers

cultureissue2025 Japan Kazuyo Sejima Kondo, Marie Morimura, Yasumasa Murakami, Takashi Ryue Nishizawa Yokoo, Tadanori (1936- )

Marie Kondo, Takashi Murakami and the Other Japanese Icons on T’s New Covers

Including one very famous monster.

By RSS Feed

The Darker Side of Japan’s Love of Cuteness

Animated Films Cartoons and Cartoonists Comic Books and Strips cultureissue2025 Gudetama (Fictional Character) Hello Kitty (Fictional Character) Japan Murakami, Takashi Pokemon (Fictional Characters)

The Darker Side of Japan’s Love of Cuteness

From Hello Kitty to Pikachu, the country changed what the world considers adorable. But do these characters represent joy — or rage?

By Ligaya Mishan Hiroshi Yoshii Kimiaki Yaegashi and Ryogo Toyo

Takashi Murakami’s Beloved, Trippy Louis Vuitton Bags Are Back

Art Fashion and Apparel Jacobs, Marc Louis Vuitton Murakami, Takashi

Takashi Murakami’s Beloved, Trippy Louis Vuitton Bags Are Back

The brand has updated its 2003 collaboration with the Japanese artist.

By Lindsay Talbot

Navigating the Fine Line Between Art and Luxury

Advertising and Marketing Art Fashion and Apparel Fosun Group High Net Worth Individuals Lanvin Louis Vuitton Foundation for Creation Luxury Goods and Services Murakami, Takashi Shopping and Retail Sotheby's Warhol, Andy

Navigating the Fine Line Between Art and Luxury

The boundaries between art, fashion and luxury seem to be melting away. That’s great for brands, but what about artists — and the art?

By Farah Nayeri