Takashi Murakami

Takashi Murakami

Japanese Contemporary Artist

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Founded February 1, 1962
Headquarters Tokyo, Japan

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Takashi Murakami is a painter and sculptor who blurs the lines of fine art, commercialism, and Japanese visual culture into his prolific practice. Murakami first gained recognition as a sculptor during the early 1990s, exploring otaku and the contrasts between contemporary Japanese society and American culture. A pioneer of the ‘Superflat’ movement, his style consists of bold colors and anime-inspired motifs across paintings, sculptures, drawings and animations. He is also the founder and president of Kaikai Kiki Co and Biannual Art Fair Geisai, whom he manages several young artists. Murakami has collaborated with the likes of Billionaire Boys Club, Kaws, Pharrell Williams, Louis Vuitton, and Kanye West.
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Louis Vuitton Drops Chapter Two of Murakami Spring 2025 Collection
Fashion

Louis Vuitton Drops Chapter Two of Murakami Spring 2025 Collection

Focusing on the artist’s Cherry Blossom pattern in a Zendaya-led campaign.

Takashi Murakami’s Ohana Full-Bloom Slide Arrives in “Tigerlily”
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Takashi Murakami’s Ohana Full-Bloom Slide Arrives in “Tigerlily”

A vibrant and eye-catching red hue.

Video: Takashi Murakami and Louis Vuitton's Collaborative History
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Video: Takashi Murakami and Louis Vuitton's Collaborative History

The story behind the dynamic duo’s two decades of collaboration.

Louis Vuitton Opens Modular Murakami Pop-Up in Downtown NYC
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Louis Vuitton Opens Modular Murakami Pop-Up in Downtown NYC

With a thematic café, an archival exhibition space, a cozy downstairs cinema and more.

8 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week
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8 Drops You Don't Want to Miss This Week

Featuring Louis Vuitton x Murakami, Levi’s x BEAMS, Carhartt WIP and more.

Louis Vuitton Revives Murakami's 'Superflat' Short Films
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Louis Vuitton Revives Murakami's 'Superflat' Short Films

The remastered versions are available online and will be showcased in Rome.

Zendaya Leads Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Re-Edition Campaign in This Week's Top Fashion News
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Zendaya Leads Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Re-Edition Campaign in This Week's Top Fashion News

Stay up to date on the latest industry trends.

Louis Vuitton Launches Takashi Murakami Re-Edition Collection
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Louis Vuitton Launches Takashi Murakami Re-Edition Collection

Two decades after LV’s collaboration with Murakami.

Zendaya for Louis Vuitton x Murakami Official Campaign Is Here
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Zendaya for Louis Vuitton x Murakami Official Campaign Is Here

Modelling the upcoming re-edition collection.

Ohana Hatake's Full-Bloom Gets a Monochrome Makeover
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Ohana Hatake's Full-Bloom Gets a Monochrome Makeover

Takashi Murakami also teases the launch of upcoming model, Surippa Ohana.

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