Tonkachi Co., Ltd. (Meguro-ku, Tokyo, CEO: Yukari Katsuki) announces the sale of exhibition-exclusive merchandise at the "MASTERS OF SWEDISH PAINTING from Nationalmuseum, Stockholm" exhibition, commemorating the 100th anniversary of Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (Ueno Park, Tokyo), which opens on January 27th (Tuesday), 2026.
1. Message Cards (2 types) ※Sales begin mid-February
Message cards that capture the beauty of Swedish paintings. Available in two formats: vertical and horizontal, each featuring four different paintings. Artist Mikey appears as a charming accent, dressed as a painter.
Price: ¥770 (tax included)
2. Netsuke Keychains (2 types)
Delicate and beautiful netsuke keychains made from Nagasaki's "Hasami-yaki" porcelain. Features an original Swedish-inspired color scheme. The "Uma (Horse)" represents passion to move forward. With a traditional Japanese strap design, carry it with you as a good luck charm.
Price: ¥3,630 (tax included)
3. Mascot Keychains (3 types)
Mascot keychains featuring Mikey, Lion, and Hedgehog (Iggy) with exclusive exhibition flag charms. The flag charm features artist Mikey and the exhibition logo.
Price: ¥3,300 (tax included)
4. Canister Tins (2 types)
Premium canisters featuring "Kokoro Shizuka no Uma" and the exhibition logo in limited edition design. Made by a traditional tea canister manufacturer established in the Meiji era. Available in two colors: matte-finish "Blue" and luxurious gold-stamped "Red." Perfect for storing coffee, tea, sweets, seasonings, or small items.
Price: ¥2,640 (tax included)
※Exhibition original merchandise is available at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (Ueno Park, Tokyo) "MASTERS OF SWEDISH PAINTING from Nationalmuseum, Stockholm" exhibition shop.
※Not available at Tonkachi Store.
Exhibition Information
Exhibition Name: Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum 100th Anniversary MASTERS OF SWEDISH PAINTING from Nationalmuseum, Stockholm
Period: January 27th (Tuesday) to April 12th (Sunday), 2026
Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Special Exhibition Galleries
Closed: Mondays, February 24th (Tuesday) ※Open on Monday, February 23rd (National Holiday)
Hours: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, until 8:00 PM on Fridays (Last entry 30 minutes before closing)
Organizers: Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture), NHK, NHK Promotions, Tokyo Shimbun
Sponsors: DNP Dai Nippon Printing
Support: Embassy of Sweden
Special Cooperation: Nationalmuseum, Stockholm
Cooperation: All Nippon Airways, Lufthansa Cargo AG
Planning Cooperation: S2
Lisa Larson (1931−2024)
Born in 1931 in southern Sweden. After studying at the University of Gothenburg School of Design and Crafts, she joined Gustavsberg at the invitation of Stig Lindberg, the company's art director. In 1952, she married painter Gunnar Larson. She became freelance in 1980 and worked with numerous clients. In 1992, she established Keramikstudion. Known as the creator of Mikey, Japan's most famous Nordic cat character. In 2022, she received a government honor for her outstanding work in innovating and enriching Swedish art and crafts over many years. She continued her creative activities until her passing at age 92 in 2024.
