Pink Oni

Self-produced art toys are designer collectibles created and manufactured independently by the artist or small teams without the backing of a large toy company or mass-market brand. These toys are often highly personal, artistic expressions and are usually made in limited runs. Key Characteristics include independent creation where the artist is in control of the entire process from concept, sculpting, and painting to production and packaging. These are usually made in small batches, often 10–100 pieces, which adds to their rarity, made using materials like resin, sofubi (Japanese soft vinyl), or 3D-printed components. Hatsutorin Studio is a Japanese artist duo composed of Toshie and Shinji, established in 2016. Based in Nagano Prefecture, they create art toys and paintings that reflect a “POP / 奇々妙々 / ゆるい” (pop, whimsical, and relaxed) aesthetic. Their style is influenced by Japanese subculture, anime, and pop surrealism.  One of their notable creations is the “FUNNFUNN” series, which they began producing in 2018. This series features unique figures that have been showcased in various exhibitions and events. In 2020, they expanded into soft vinyl toy production, further diversifying their artistic portfolio.