Takashi Murakami puts his sunflowers on your feet with OHANA HATAKE summer slides, so cute they’re like walking artworks

Key takeaways

• In Episode 39 of “No Prepare,” Lee Young-ji shared her perspective on dealing with online criticism with 20-year-old ILLIT member Wonhee. Within just 3 days of its release, the video had surpassed 2.3 million views.
• She said candidly that the public’s love and hate can often come out of nowhere, yet it’s 100% not because you’ve done anything wrong. The reason has nothing to do with you.
• Lee Young-ji believes that after a second or subsequent round of unprovoked criticism, thousands of people will step up to protect you instead, making you stronger.
• POPBEE editors’ observation: These wise words not only resonated with newcomers in Korea’s high-pressure entertainment industry, but also brought comfort to countless women ages 20 to 35 who feel emotionally drained by relationships in their daily lives.

Takashi Murakami’s flowers always have a way of brightening your mood. Their vivid colors, rounded petals, and signature smiling faces have long been his most recognizable artistic symbols. This time, the flowers aren’t just appearing on canvases, sculptures, or merchandise – they’re blooming right at your feet. OHANA HATAKE, Murakami’s independent footwear brand, has released the new Full-Bloom “Multicolor” Collection II, turning summer slides into wearable art.

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OHANA HATAKE continues its signature flower silhouette with two new colorways. One comes in a bright, refreshing poolside blue-green palette, full of vacation and seaside vibes. The other is based in black and blue for a cleaner look that’s easier to work into city outfits. Each version layers the petals with rich, colorful shades, making the slides look like a three-dimensional Murakami Flower in full bloom.

Beyond their cute look, these slides are made for summer wear. Crafted from lightweight, water-friendly EVA foam, they’re suited to the airport, home, city walks, or vacations. The new collection also updates the toe shape, upper strap design, and footbed softness, while improving grip for better looks and comfort.

 

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They transform the innocent, joyful, slightly surreal energy of Murakami’s work into something you can wear every day. When a pair of slides becomes more than just footwear and feels like a small sculpture that moves with your steps, it brings a little childlike wonder and humor to summer outfits. The OHANA HATAKE Full-Bloom “Multicolor” Collection II is now available exclusively on the brand’s official website. If you love Takashi Murakami, floral motifs, or simply want a pair that will make your summer looks more memorable, these are hard to resist.

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