These classic Vans slip-ons feature Murakami’s iconic smiling flower motif across the canvas uppers in a kaleidoscope of colors, set atop the brand’s heritage vulcanized rubber soles. The joyful repetition of blossoms transforms the everyday sneaker into a collectible artwork.

The Takashi Murakami X Vans collaboration launched in 2015, bringing Murakami’s Superflat aesthetic to Vans’ most recognizable silhouettes. The drop was met with immediate global demand, merging fine art with skate culture in a way that underscored Murakami’s democratic approach to art-making and Vans’ longstanding ties to counterculture.

From the collection of Mira Mikati, whose championing of vibrant, art-infused design resonates with Murakami’s philosophy of joy and accessibility in art.

Takashi Murakami is a Japanese contemporary artist celebrated for merging traditional nihonga painting techniques with pop culture and anime references. His work spans painting, sculpture, and commercial collaborations, making him one of the most influential cross-disciplinary artists of the 21st century.