Takashi Murakami (born February 1, 1962, Tokyo, Japan) is a Japanese artist and entrepreneur widely recognized for his ability to adapt the aesthetics of Japanese traditional art to operate within the context of popular culture. 

 He created the “Superflat” concept, combining flat, two-dimensional forms with glossy, commercial aesthetics inspired by anime and manga. His works often feature bright flowers, cartoon-like characters, and consumer culture themes, blurring the line between high art and mass production. Through this fusion, Murakami explores Japan’s modern identity and the impact of globalization on visual culture.