{"product_id":"takashi-murakami-kaikai-kiki-blue-eyes-soft-vinyl-figure-set-sealed-rare-designer-art-sculpture-kaikai-kiki","title":"Takashi Murakami Kaikai Kiki BLUE Eyes Soft Vinyl Figure Set Sealed Rare Designer Art Sculpture Kaikai Kiki","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"5466\" data-start=\"5353\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5383\" data-start=\"5353\"\u003eTakashi Murakami (b. 1962)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5386\" data-start=\"5383\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"5417\" data-start=\"5386\"\u003eKaikai \u0026amp; Kiki, BLUE Eyes ver.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5420\" data-start=\"5417\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5464\" data-start=\"5420\"\u003eSoft vinyl sculpture set, sealed example\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5829\" data-start=\"5468\"\u003eA sculptural extension of Takashi Murakami’s Superflat universe, the present Kaikai \u0026amp; Kiki set translates the artist’s iconic characters into three-dimensional form through soft vinyl production. The BLUE Eyes variation introduces a subtle shift in character expression, altering the emotional reading while maintaining the structural identity of the figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6124\" data-start=\"5831\"\u003eProduced as a limited release and presented here in its original sealed packaging, the work retains both its physical integrity and its collectible condition premium. The dual-figure configuration reflects Murakami’s use of Kaikai and Kiki as complementary forces within his visual language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"6290\" data-start=\"6126\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"6174\" data-start=\"6126\"\u003eSealed example with full original packaging.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"6177\" data-start=\"6174\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"6230\" data-start=\"6177\"\u003eVariant colorway within Murakami sofubi releases.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"6233\" data-start=\"6230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"6288\" data-start=\"6233\"\u003eCore character set translated into sculptural form.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"236\" data-start=\"129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"139\" data-start=\"129\"\u003eObject\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"142\" data-start=\"139\"\u003eTakashi Murakami “Kaikai \u0026amp; Kiki BLUE Eyes ver.” Soft Vinyl Sculpture Set (2 Figures, Sealed)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"269\" data-start=\"238\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"248\" data-start=\"238\"\u003eArtist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"251\" data-start=\"248\"\u003eTakashi Murakami\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"338\" data-start=\"271\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"271\"\u003eStudio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"284\" data-start=\"281\"\u003eKaikai Kiki \/ Tonari no Zingaro distribution channel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"453\" data-start=\"340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"359\" data-start=\"340\"\u003eEdition Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"362\" data-start=\"359\"\u003eLimited production designer toy release (non-numbered but \u003cstrong data-end=\"450\" data-start=\"420\"\u003elow-volume controlled drop\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"548\" data-start=\"455\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"465\" data-start=\"455\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"468\" data-start=\"465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"501\" data-start=\"468\"\u003eSoft vinyl sculpture (sofubi)\u003c\/strong\u003e — hand-finished industrial-art hybrid object\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"640\" data-start=\"550\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"567\" data-start=\"550\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"570\" data-start=\"567\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"570\"\u003e2-figure set\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kaikai (white) + Kiki (pink), BLUE Eyes variation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"716\" data-start=\"642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"656\" data-start=\"642\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"659\" data-start=\"656\"\u003eKaikai: approx. \u003cstrong data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"675\"\u003eH239 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"689\" data-start=\"686\"\u003eKiki: approx. \u003cstrong data-end=\"714\" data-start=\"703\"\u003eH200 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"845\" data-start=\"718\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"731\" data-start=\"718\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"734\" data-start=\"731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"798\" data-start=\"734\"\u003eOriginal illustrated boxes (dual color system: white + pink)\u003c\/strong\u003e with Murakami branding and character artwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"956\" data-start=\"847\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"868\" data-start=\"847\"\u003eCondition Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"871\" data-start=\"868\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"908\" data-start=\"871\"\u003eCompletely new, unopened (sealed)\u003c\/strong\u003e — full original packaging integrity preserved\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1026\" data-start=\"958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"978\" data-start=\"958\"\u003eRetail Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"978\"\u003eOriginal release price approx. \u003cstrong data-end=\"1024\" data-start=\"1012\"\u003e¥498,300\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1217\" data-start=\"1028\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1043\" data-start=\"1028\"\u003eRarity Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1046\" data-start=\"1043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1127\" data-start=\"1046\"\u003eColorway-specific variant (BLUE Eyes) + sealed condition + dual-character set\u003c\/strong\u003e, placing it in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"1145\"\u003ehigher desirability tier within Murakami’s sculpture\/toy ecosystem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"6295\" data-start=\"6292\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"3168\" data-start=\"3142\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3168\" data-start=\"3147\"\u003eFrom Flat to Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3344\" data-start=\"3170\"\u003eMurakami’s Superflat philosophy collapses depth into surface. With sofubi, he reverses that tension. The characters step out of the plane and become \u003cstrong data-end=\"3341\" data-start=\"3319\"\u003ephysical presences\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3427\" data-start=\"3346\"\u003eKaikai and Kiki are no longer images.\u003cbr data-end=\"3386\" data-start=\"3383\"\u003eThey are \u003cstrong data-end=\"3424\" data-start=\"3395\"\u003eobjects that occupy space\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3554\" data-start=\"3429\"\u003eThis transition is critical. It transforms passive viewing into \u003cstrong data-end=\"3516\" data-start=\"3493\"\u003espatial interaction\u003c\/strong\u003e, even when the piece remains boxed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3559\" data-start=\"3556\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"3607\" data-start=\"3561\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3607\" data-start=\"3566\"\u003eKaikai and Kiki as Emotional Spectrum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3724\" data-start=\"3609\"\u003eThese two figures are not decorative mascots. They represent \u003cstrong data-end=\"3721\" data-start=\"3670\"\u003edual emotional poles within Murakami’s universe\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3834\" data-start=\"3726\"\u003eKaikai leans toward softness and innocence.\u003cbr data-end=\"3772\" data-start=\"3769\"\u003eKiki introduces distortion, imbalance, and unpredictability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3985\" data-start=\"3836\"\u003ePlaced together, they create a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3897\" data-start=\"3867\"\u003ecomplete emotional circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why they are often released as paired objects rather than isolated figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3990\" data-start=\"3987\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"4027\" data-start=\"3992\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4027\" data-start=\"3997\"\u003eColorway as Identity Shift\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4079\" data-start=\"4029\"\u003eThe BLUE Eyes variation is subtle but important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4300\" data-start=\"4081\"\u003eIn Murakami’s system, small color changes can shift perception dramatically. Eye color, in particular, affects how the character is read. It changes the \u003cstrong data-end=\"4297\" data-start=\"4234\"\u003eemotional tone of the figure without altering its structure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4436\" data-start=\"4302\"\u003eCollectors recognize this. Variant editions often carry \u003cstrong data-end=\"4386\" data-start=\"4358\"\u003elonger-term desirability\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially when preserved in sealed condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4441\" data-start=\"4438\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"4486\" data-start=\"4443\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4486\" data-start=\"4448\"\u003ePackaging as Extension of the Work\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4679\" data-start=\"4488\"\u003eThe boxes are not secondary. They are part of the object. The illustrated packaging reinforces the characters’ identity and extends Murakami’s visual language beyond the figures themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4791\" data-start=\"4681\"\u003eWhen sealed, the object exists in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"4731\" data-start=\"4717\"\u003edual state\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr data-end=\"4735\" data-start=\"4732\"\u003eVisible through branding, but physically inaccessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4908\" data-start=\"4793\"\u003eThis creates tension between display and preservation, which is central to collectible behavior in this category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4913\" data-start=\"4910\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"4943\" data-start=\"4915\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4943\" data-start=\"4920\"\u003eCollector Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4986\" data-start=\"4945\"\u003eThis piece sits at the intersection of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5143\" data-start=\"4988\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5044\" data-start=\"4988\"\u003eMurakami fine art collectors expanding into 3D works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5047\" data-start=\"5044\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5083\" data-start=\"5047\"\u003eDesigner toy \/ sofubi collectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5086\" data-start=\"5083\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5141\" data-start=\"5086\"\u003eHigh-end lifestyle buyers seeking statement objects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5263\" data-start=\"5145\"\u003eUnlike prints, which can be repeated visually across spaces, this type of object becomes a \u003cstrong data-end=\"5260\" data-start=\"5236\"\u003esingular focal point\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5310\" data-start=\"5265\"\u003eIt is not background.\u003cbr data-end=\"5289\" data-start=\"5286\"\u003eIt is \u003cstrong data-end=\"5307\" data-start=\"5295\"\u003epresence\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Stewardship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5788\" data-end=\"5865\"\u003eEvaluated under the \u003cstrong data-start=\"5808\" data-end=\"5864\"\u003eJaponista Contemporary Art Authentication Framework™\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5867\" data-end=\"6134\"\u003e• Artist attribution, studio verification, and edition confirmation\u003cbr data-start=\"5934\" data-end=\"5937\"\u003e• Print process, material composition, and production context review\u003cbr data-start=\"6005\" data-end=\"6008\"\u003e• Condition assessment across surface, framing, and structural integrity\u003cbr data-start=\"6080\" data-end=\"6083\"\u003e• Release provenance and documentation evaluation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6136\" data-end=\"6255\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6136\" data-end=\"6166\"\u003eGuaranteed 100% Authentic.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6166\" data-end=\"6169\"\u003eAll works are curated and backed by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"6209\" data-end=\"6254\"\u003eJaponista Lifetime Authenticity Warranty™\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"6262\" data-end=\"6326\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note on Superflat, Commercial Layering \u0026amp; Art Market Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6328\" data-end=\"6583\"\u003eMurakami’s practice and the Kaikai Kiki studio operate within the intersection of fine art, commercial production, and mass-media aesthetics. Superflat dissolves hierarchy between gallery and marketplace, elevating pop iconography to conceptual discourse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6585\" data-end=\"6817\"\u003eAt Japonista, we treat Murakami and Kaikai Kiki works as contemporary canon. Surface integrity, print clarity, and edition accuracy are examined with institutional discipline, preserving artistic intent rather than speculative hype.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6819\" data-end=\"7002\"\u003eOur role is to steward these works within their proper art-historical and market context, connecting them with collectors who understand both conceptual lineage and edition structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInquiries, Availability, and Private Consideration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7064\" data-end=\"7307\"\u003eCertain works are held firmly due to edition limitation, release context, or condition tier. All inquiries are handled discreetly, and we welcome thoughtful discussion regarding provenance, authentication documentation, or collection strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7309\" data-end=\"7455\"\u003eIf you are building a focused contemporary art archive—by series, era, or studio collaboration—our team is available to provide informed guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcierge Support \u0026amp; Collector Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/japonista.com\/pages\/japan-s-premium-proxy-art-logistics-japonista-concierge-logistics%E2%84%A2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJaponista Concierge™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e provides personalized assistance for collectors seeking deeper insight into edition hierarchies, release cycles, and long-term preservation strategies for contemporary works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7706\" data-end=\"7857\"\u003eWhether your interest is exhibition display, investment alignment, or art-historical study, we guide each acquisition with clarity and market literacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7859\" data-end=\"7976\"\u003eFor select high-value works, private reservation or structured arrangements may be available on a case-by-case basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore Proceeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe kindly encourage collectors to review our shop policies and documentation guidelines, which outline condition transparency, edition verification standards, and shipping precautions specific to contemporary art works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Closing Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for exploring Japonista’s curated Takashi Murakami \u0026amp; Kaikai Kiki archive. These works exist at the intersection of art theory, commercial production, and global cultural dialogue—and we are honored to steward them with institutional seriousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions or wish to explore related items, please feel free to contact \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/japonista.com\/pages\/japan-s-premium-proxy-art-logistics-japonista-concierge-logistics%E2%84%A2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJaponista Concierge™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- internal seo keywords:\n\ntakashi murakami, murakami takashi, takashi murakami art, murakami takahashi art,kaikaikiki collection, murakami superflat art, murakami flower artwork, murakami limited edition print, murakami signed print, murakami exhibition poster, murakami collectible art, kaikaikiki official merchandise, murakami art investment piece, murakami museum grade artwork, murakami pop art japan, murakami contemporary art, murakami smiling flowers, murakami kaikai kiki characters, murakami print japan, murakami art poster vintage, murakami art archive piece, murakami fine art print, murakami lithograph edition, murakami silkscreen print, murakami gallery exhibition art, murakami character sculpture, murakami limited sculpture edition, murakami signed artwork, murakami contemporary japanese artist, murakami collectible figure, murakami kaikaikiki art print, murakami art collaboration piece, murakami rare edition print, murakami art show poster, murakami colorful flower art, murakami japan pop culture art, murakami contemporary print edition, murakami character vinyl figure, murakami investment grade print, murakami modern japanese art, murakami art for collectors, murakami gallery collectible piece, murakami art limited run, murakami high value artwork, murakami superflat movement art, murakami japanese contemporary master, murakami art museum exhibition, murakami kaikaikiki studio work, murakami art culture japan, murakami character art collectible, murakami art edition numbered, murakami fine art investment, murakami contemporary art japan, murakami collectible wall art, murakami art archive poster, murakami flower power art, murakami kaikaikiki brand piece, murakami modern art collectible, murakami pop surrealism art, murakami art limited print japan, murakami signed edition artwork, murakami rare art collectible, murakami japanese pop art icon, murakami art with certificate, murakami art display piece, murakami gallery print edition, murakami contemporary collector piece, murakami kaikaikiki official art, murakami exhibition exclusive print, murakami art signed and numbered, murakami high demand collectible, murakami art fine collectible, murakami museum exhibition piece, murakami kaikaikiki character art, murakami contemporary sculpture, murakami limited print investment, murakami superflat culture piece, murakami art archive edition, murakami japanese art collector piece, murakami modern art icon, murakami art with provenance, murakami pop art investment piece, murakami kaikaikiki licensed merchandise, murakami art collector grade, murakami rare exhibition piece, murakami art authentic japan, murakami fine art poster, murakami contemporary art display, murakami signed art japan, murakami limited edition collectible, murakami flower art print japan, murakami art market investment, murakami kaikaikiki premium collectible, murakami museum quality print, murakami iconic flower artwork, murakami art culture investment, murakami collectible masterpiece, murakami contemporary art archive\n\n--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- internal seo keywords:\n\n\n\ntakashi murakami kaikai kiki sofubi, murakami kaikai kiki figure set, murakami soft vinyl sculpture, murakami kaikai kiki blue eyes, murakami designer toy art, murakami sofubi collectible, kaikai kiki vinyl figure set, murakami sculpture toy art, murakami kaikai kiki sealed set, murakami art toy japan, murakami collectible sculpture, murakami kaikai kiki rare figure, murakami sofubi art piece, murakami designer sculpture, murakami kaikai kiki collectible, murakami art object vinyl, murakami kaikai kiki display piece, murakami toy art collectible, murakami kaikai kiki gallery piece, murakami premium toy sculpture\n\n\n  \n  \n\n--\u003e","brand":"Rare Vintage, Antiques and Art Collector \/ Curator \/ Personal Shopper From Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52223538790693,"sku":null,"price":7380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/TakashiMurakamiKaikaiKikiBLUEEyesSoftVinylFigureSetSealedRareDesignerArtSculptureKaikaiKiki_1.jpg?v=1776309874","url":"https:\/\/japonista.com\/products\/takashi-murakami-kaikai-kiki-blue-eyes-soft-vinyl-figure-set-sealed-rare-designer-art-sculpture-kaikai-kiki","provider":"Japonista","version":"1.0","type":"link"}