Another new stop for your Tokyo trip: Takuma Fujisaki’s “MOLnarrative” exhibition turns pipe cleaners into art toys you’ll really want to collect
Even non-toy people will want one
Summary
- Takuma Fujisaki’s solo exhibition “MOLnarrative” is being held at Ginza Tsutaya Books’ GINZA ATRIUM in Tokyo, and will run through September 15, 2026.
- On view are black chenille-stem art charms from the 2026 Fall/Winter collection created in collaboration with COMME des GARÇONS HOMME.
- The new art SOFVI piece “MOGOLGON Origin DX 26cm” will be released on September 15 on the official ARTOX GROUP platform.
The colorful pipe cleaners often used in childhood craft classes take on a strange new appeal in the hands of an artist. Japanese artist Takuma Fujisaki, exclusively represented by ARTOX GROUP, is currently holding his solo exhibition, “MOLnarrative,” at GINZA ATRIUM in Ginza Tsutaya Books, Tokyo. Running through September 15, the exhibition traces his creative journey over the past 18 years while transforming everyday materials into visually striking art objects.
Turning childhood memories into stylish accessories
The exhibition’s biggest draw for fashion fans is his collaboration with Japanese fashion label COMME des GARÇONS HOMME. The pair created an art charm made from black pipe cleaners for the Fall/Winter 2026 collection. Each charm is handmade by Takuma Fujisaki, and the black pipe cleaners retain a slightly irregular, handcrafted quality. It can be hung from a bag or garment as an accent, or appreciated as a miniature artwork in its own right, expressing a strong fashion aesthetic and quiet power.
A strange, beautiful toy universe for grown-ups
Since 2010, Takuma Fujisaki has continually explored the expressive possibilities of pipe cleaners, creating his distinctive art IP, “MOGOLS,” from bold colors and playful silhouettes. These characters carry a curious sense of déjà vu, existing somewhere between the familiar and unfamiliar. Through three-dimensional works and cross-disciplinary collaborations, he breaks down the boundary between handicrafts and contemporary commercial culture, giving these fuzzy characters a vitality that transcends language.
New additions for your display cabinet
In addition to viewing the physical works at the limited-time pop-up in Ginza Tsutaya Books, toy fans can also bring a piece of his universe home. To coincide with the exhibition, the new SOFVI soft vinyl art toy, “MOGOLGON Origin DX 26cm,” will soon go on sale. This 26 cm three-dimensional work based on his signature character will officially go on sale via ARTOX GROUP’s official platform on September 15, 2026. If you happen to be in Tokyo, make a trip to Ginza and experience the fantastical narratives woven from pipe cleaners for yourself.
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