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Hape and The Met Score Good Housekeeping Award for Hokusai Toy Set

A wooden building set inspired by Katsushika Hokusai’s iconic 'Under the Wave off Kanagawa' has been named a winner in the Good Housekeeping 2026 Toy Awards. The 14-piece maple block collection, a collaboration between Hape Toys and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, invites children as young as two to explore art through tactile play.

Hape and The Met Score Good Housekeeping Award for Hokusai Toy Set
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Designed to mirror the flowing lines and deep blue hues of the original masterpiece, the set encourages children to experiment with balance and spatial design. By stacking the blocks, toddlers interact with the aesthetic of the famous woodblock print in a hands-on format that prioritizes open-ended creativity over rigid instruction. Hape founder Peter Handstein noted that the recognition highlights the brand’s commitment to thoughtful design that grants children the freedom to view the world through a new lens.

Josh Romm, head of global licensing at The Met, emphasized that the collaboration serves the museum's broader mission to connect diverse audiences with art history. The product is currently available for purchase through the Hape website and The Met Store, signaling a successful intersection of cultural education and childhood development. The award from Good Housekeeping marks a milestone in the ongoing partnership between the toy manufacturer and the institution, both of which aim to make fine art accessible to the next generation.

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