Hokusai Great Wave Blocks
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Regular price $40.99Introduce your child to creativity, culture, and hands-on learning with the Hape x The Met Hokusai Great Wave Building Block Set, a beautifully designed toy inspired by one of the world's most iconic artworks: Under the Wave off Kanagawa by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai.
Also known as The Great Wave, this 19th-century woodblock print is famous for its bold movement, swirling lines, and striking use of blues. This building block set transforms that powerful image into a playful, buildable experience for kids—inviting them to explore the shapes and rhythms of the sea.
Thoughtfully crafted for children ages 2 and up, the set encourages open-ended play and early engineering through stacking, balancing, and problem-solving. Kids can create their own wave-inspired structures while developing fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and storytelling abilities.
Developed in collaboration with early-childhood experts and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Great Wave Building Block Set is more than just a toy—it's a way to bring beauty, culture, and creativity into your child's everyday play.
Whether you're looking for a meaningful gift, a screen-free activity, or a way to introduce art and design at an early age, this set delivers a rich, imaginative experience for growing minds.
Contents
14 wooden block (7 wave, 2 crescent moon, 3 little men, 2 small blocks）
Product Features
- OFFICIAL THE MET LICENSED TOY: Inspired by Under the Wave off Kanagawa, part of the celebrated Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji series by Katsushika Hokusai.
- BUILD & BALANCE: A wave-themed block set that encourages open-ended design, motion-rich play, and early engineering skills.
- ARTISTIC PALETTE: Includes shapes and colors that echo the flowing lines and blue tones of Hokusai's iconic woodblock print.
- CHILD-FRIENDLY MATERIALS: Smooth, durable wooden blocks designed for safe stacking and creativity—ideal for ages 2+.
- DEVELOPED WITH EXPERTS: Created in partnership with early-childhood specialists and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
- INSPIRED PLAY: A hands-on way to explore cultural heritage, artistic composition, and emotional expression through play.
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