Retro Toy Shop Inu-Harigon (2nd Edition 2020)

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. "RETRO TOY SHOP" is a series of collaboration projects with Kaori Hinata and Teresa Chiba since 2019. Retro and nostalgic color-ways of major pieces "MORRIS" and "INU-HARIGON" released once a year.