Superflat, artists and art

(movement, 2001)

Superflat is a postmodern art movement, founded by the artist Takashi Murakami, which is influenced by manga and anime. In a response to the homogenisation of Japanese media and art, “Superflat” attempts to critique the vacuity of post-war Japanese culture, including criticisms of the otaku lifestyle, consumerism, and related issues.
Kaikai Kiki Co was founded by Takashi Murakami in 2001, and evolved from its predecessor, the Hiropon Factory. Its goals as an enterprise include the production and promotion of artwork, the management and support of select young artists, general management of events and projects, and the production and promotion of merchandise. With bases in Hiroo, Tokyo; Long Island City, New York; and Daikanyama, Tokyo; Kaikai Kiki is the first Japanese company looking to the future to develop and promote state-of-the-art contemporary artworks.

Artists Superflat: