Takashi Murakami Takes Over The Broad for a Birthday Milestone

The legendary artist celebrates with exclusive prints and a fresh installation in Downtown Los Angeles.

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  • Takashi Murakami is being honored with a birthday showcase at The Broad in Los Angeles, featuring the debut of a major new acquisition: Hiroshige’s 100 Famous Views of Edo: Japonisme Reconsidered—Moon Pine, Ueno (2024–25)
  • To celebrate the museum’s 10-year anniversary, The Shop at The Broad has released an exclusive, limited-edition screenprint titled Superflat Sunshine: A Decade in Bloom (2025), priced at $2,750 USD and restricted to an edition of 100
  • The showcase, which runs through February 8, bridges Murakami’s Superflat theory with classical Japanese Ukiyo-e, offering a dialogue between his iconic smiling flowers and the historical influence of master Utagawa Hiroshige

Takashi Murakami is currently the center of attention at The Broad in Downtown Los Angeles as the museum celebrates the artist’s birthday with a specialized showcase. This seasonal tribute bridges the gap between the museum galleries and The Shop, offering fans a comprehensive look at Murakami’s lasting impact on visual culture.

The exhibition features a standout new addition to the collection titled Hiroshige’s 100 Famous Views of Edo: Japonisme Reconsidered — Moon Pine, Ueno (2024–25). This piece serves as a dialogue between classical Japanese art history and Murakami’s signature modern aesthetic. Beyond the gallery walls, the celebration highlights a curated selection of limited-edition prints. Notable works include Blue Flower & Skulls (2016) and the exclusive Superflat Sunshine: A Decade in Bloom (2025), which was created specifically for the museum’s 10-year anniversary.

For collectors looking to integrate his motifs into their daily lives, the assortment includes everyday pieces alongside these rare prints. This presentation offers a timely opportunity to engage with an artist whose work continues to define the intersection of art and design. Reservations are available now through February 8.

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