# Faux Bag Fish Tanks The Hidetomo Kimura Pop-Up Aquariums are Plastic Bag Shaped By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-09-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidetomo-kimura-popup-aquariums References: [lostateminor](http://www.lostateminor.com/2012/09/04/pop-up-aquarium-displays-over-5000-goldfish/) The visually appealing Hidetomo Kimura pop-up aquariums feature one shaped like an over-sized version of the prized [plastic baggies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-bean-bag) given away at carnivals with goldfish in them. The difference is that these giant fish tanks hold up to 1,000 goldfish each. On display at the [Nihonbashi Mitsui Hall](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baskinrobbins-x-mitsukoshi) in Japan, the aquariums come in different shapes and sizes with captivating lighting effects and fountains, as in the 'Oiran' tank, which spout water into a basin full of even more fish below. The impressively sized Hidetomo Kimura pop-up aquariums, holding over 5,000 goldfish all together, showcase the colorful fish as living artwork which is constantly in motion, captivating the audience with its unique display of lighting and movement. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pop-up Aquariums:** The trend of pop-up aquariums creates opportunities for innovative and interactive fish tank designs. - **Aquarium as Living Art:** The trend of using aquariums as living art enables the creation of visually captivating installations that showcase fish in unique and artistic ways. - **Lighting Effects and Fountains:** The trend of incorporating lighting effects and fountains in aquarium designs enhances the aesthetic appeal and creates a more immersive experience for viewers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Aquarium Manufacturing:** The aquarium manufacturing industry can explore new designs and features for pop-up aquariums, catering to consumers who seek visually appealing and interactive fish tank displays. - **Art Installations:** The art installation industry can incorporate aquariums as a medium, combining visual elements with live fish to create stunning and dynamic living art pieces. - **Event Planning and Entertainment:** The event planning and entertainment industry can incorporate pop-up aquariums into their offerings, providing unique and engaging experiences for their audience, such as interactive fish tank installations with lighting effects and fountains. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Waterless Fish Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhu-zhu-aquarium.md) - [Playful Pop Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-octopus.md) - [Modern Desk-Friendly Jellyfish Tanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-jellyfish.md) - [Trunk-Sized Reusable Retailer Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-big-bag.md) - [Transparent Bean Bag Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-bean-bag.md) - [Kinetic Reef Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-tropical-aquarium.md) - [Transparent Teardrop-Shaped Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yuko-nagayama-associates.md) - [Eye-Tracking Informational Aquariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-aquarium.md) - [Rustic Ruin-Inspired Aquariums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sea-of-cortez-research-center.md)