
Takashi Murakami and Superflat
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When we read anything about the Japanese artist Takashi Murakami we find out that link between his name and the term Superflat becomes inevitable. But what does Superflat really mean? Without a doubt it is a complex concept and it is hard to understand without knowing about traditional Japanese culture.

Takashi Murakami’s Universe (part 2)
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Those that are already familiar with the art of Takashi Murakami may know that Kaikai & Kiki is the name of this artist’s studio. In it, Murakami creates his works and promotes many other artists.

TAKASHI MURAKAMI’s UNIVERSE (part 1)
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Many are the characters that belong to Takashi Murakami’s universe but, without a doubt, there are three that take the main lead of his Works. Mr. DOB, Kaikai and Kiki are a source of inspiration to Murakami and their significance goes further than the aesthetical view.

Takashi Murakami: The leyend of the karajishi
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So what do these lions mean? These lions depicted in Takashi Murakami's works Of Chinese lions, peonies, skulls and fountains and As the interdimensional waves run through me I can distinguish between the voices of angel and evil! represent the karajishis, ancient mythical Chinese lions that guarded Buddhist temples...