The Takashi Murakami x MLB Tokyo Series collection presented by Complex was announced Thursday and launches March 7 in advance of the series between the Dodgers and Cubs that opens the MLB season at the Tokyo Dome on March 18-19.
“This collaboration with a world-renowned artist in Takashi Murakami is one of the special projects that continue our commitment to growing Major League Baseball’s presence in Japan through key marketing initiatives,” MLB chief marketing officer Uzma Rawn Dowler told The Associated Press.
Working with a Japanese artist of Takashi Murakami’s caliber also allows us to celebrate Japan’s deep connection to baseball while showcasing baseball fashion as a powerful form of cultural storytelling.”.
Also included in the collaboration is a Topps X Murakami MLB Tokyo Series Matchup Set of 25 cards which features his artwork and star players from both teams.
“Complex is proud to bring together Takashi Murakami and two of the biggest teams in MLB to celebrate this historic sports moment in Tokyo,” Complex CEO Aaron Levant said.
