Kwon is known as an avid art collector and fan of the Japanese artist. The painting combines Mr. DOB, Murakami's signature character he created in 1993, and a wave from Japanese traditional painting.

Japan's 'cute culture' has been taking over the world for a while now, ... 'Kawaii' in Japanese Art. Art; Wednesday 22 July 2015. Share. Copy Link. Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email WhatsApp.

Organized by the artist Takashi Murakami, “Little Boy: The Arts of Japan’s Exploding Subculture” is less a traditional exhibit of art than a work of cultural history. It focuses upon otaku ...

Kawaii is Art - Express Yourself at Japan House - May 2-Nov. 3 Japanese street fashion and alternative culture has been more influential than many realize and this new exhibit featuring work by ...

Inspired by Japan’s “otaku” subculture, his art may look bright and “kawaii,” cute in Japanese, at first glance. However, its content is more profound than what first meets the eye.