Kanahei's Small Animals
A collection of illustrations by Kanahei, one of Japan's most celebrated illustrators, based on the theme of small animals being relaxed and cute.
The cast features internationally popular characters like Piske & Usagi, Polite Rabbit (the pioneer of casual yet polite language), the relatable cat Ne-Ne-Neko, the inseparable Muu Gyuu, and Zombie Neko, who only ever play-bites.
In additional to a wide range of merchandise, from plush toys and apparel, to daily necessities, these characters can be found in digital content, games, events, and company collaborations. Recently, these characters can also be found in markets throughout Asia like Taiwan, South Korea, and China.
World-renowned Illustrator Kanahei
Kanahei made her professional debut as an illustrator in 2003 while still in high school, and creates content focused on communication. Her work contributed to many trends in mobile content that reflect the changing times, from the decorative emails used on flip phones to LINE stickers.
Her Kanahei's Small Animals series, centered around Pisuke & Rabbit, has merchandise available both domestically and internationally. Kanahei is also active across a wide range of fields, including character collaborations, publishing, and corporate advertising.
