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Superflat

Superflat is an art style developed by Japanese artist Takashi Murakami that blends contemporary culture, such as anime and manga, with traditional Japanese aesthetics. It features flat, two-dimensional imagery with bold colors and minimal depth, creating a sense of visual simplicity that challenges traditional perspectives. The style explores themes of consumerism, mass media, and the blending of high and low art, reflecting Japan’s post-war cultural landscape. Superflat is influential in both fine art and pop culture, blurring the lines between different artistic genres and media to create a unique, vibrant visual language.