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I am grody, I am gross, I am a virus, a spore growing on the surface of all the pretty things. I am small now but growing voraciously. I am hungry. Grody Shogun is me. I am an artist and a toy making machine. I have giving up any sense of normalcy, in it's place I live and breath only to produce. I survive on the info passed down to me from the masters living and working in the sofubi world. I am a sponge soaking up any little bit I can. I do this for you and for I do this for us. We must cherish the old ways and do all we can to keep them alive. This is my apprenticeship, I take it very seriously. My masters are all around me. I honor them in my work. I begin humble and my pricing will reflect that. As I grow and my skills sharpen I will to charge what the those before me charge. This is my bowing to you, the toy fan, the oddball, the lover of randomness, the collector. I work within this rich community of craftsmen and artisans. This living bivouac nourishes me gives me the strength Pico Pico is a distinguished Japanese artist and toymaker celebrated for his innovative contributions to the sofubi (soft vinyl) art toy scene. Renowned for his intricate designs and masterful craftsmanship, Pico Pico has collaborated with various artists and toy companies, producing a diverse array of unique figures that resonate with collectors and enthusiasts. Pico Pico’s work has been showcased in various exhibitions, including a significant event at MEDICOM TOY PLUS in Omotesando Hills, celebrating his 20th anniversary as a kaiju artist. This exhibition featured over 50 custom-painted figures by renowned artists, highlighting his influence and standing in the sofubi community. Through his imaginative designs and collaborative projects, Pico Pico continues to enrich the art toy landscape, bridging traditional Japanese monster culture with contemporary artistry, and leaving a lasting impact on collectors and fellow artists alike.