Myaku-Myaku & Labubu: The Ultimate Kawaii Clash?
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Myaku-Myaku & Labubu: The Ultimate Kawaii Clash?

Okay, Myaku-Myaku is *already* a trip. That blobby red thing with the eyes? Honestly, iconic in its chaotic charm. But now it's getting the Labubu treatment for the Osaka Expo, and my brain can barely handle the cute overload.

For anyone not clued in, Labubu is this super popular art toy character with a bit of a mischievous vibe. It's kinda 'ugly-cute' (kimo-kawaii, if you wanna get specific) which perfectly matches Myaku-Myaku's whole chaotic energy. The Expo leaning into this global craze, especially with Myaku-Myaku's already divisive yet beloved design, is just brilliant. It's such a smart move to connect with a wider audience using something so universally quirky.

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