# Nostalgic Childlike Art These Kimiaki Yaegashi Prints are an Adorable Reminder of Simpler Times By Leslie Chen | Published 2011-10-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimiaki-yaegashi-prints References: [okimi.heteml.jp](http://okimi.heteml.jp/okimiblog/2011/10/disguise.html) & [thumbtackpress](http://www.thumbtackpress.com/products/long-tail) This series of Kimiaki Yaegashi prints showcases the artist’s love for old-fashioned art that is both [whimsical and powerful](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anima) at the same time. Coming in a red and white colour scheme, the prints evoke a desire to go back to simpler times of one’s childhood. Featuring panda bears alongside [fantastical characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme), the designs remind me of a picture book I may have read when I was a child. It’s hard not to fall in love with each and every one of the Kimiaki Yaegashi prints with such adorable names as “Posing” and “Blinders.” **Implications** - Adults are looking for a way to reminisce on their childhoods. Artwork that is a reminder of simpler times appeal to those who want to take a step back from their hectic lifestyles for a brief moment. Designers could recognize this desire for nostalgic products in order to take advantage of this market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: South America, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nostalgia-themed Art:** Opportunity for artists and designers to create artwork that evokes a sense of nostalgia and appeals to adults who want to relive their childhood. - **Whimsical Prints:** Growing demand for prints with whimsical and fantastical designs that provide a brief escape from hectic lifestyles. - **Childhood-inspired Products:** Market potential for products that remind adults of their childhood and evoke feelings of nostalgia. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can tap into the demand for nostalgic and whimsical artwork. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor brands to offer nostalgia-themed prints that add a touch of whimsy to people's living spaces. - **Gift and Souvenir:** Gift and souvenir companies can create and market childhood-inspired products that resonate with adults seeking nostalgic reminders. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Collectible Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zsiga-care-bears.md) - [Analog Nostalgia Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii.md) - [Imaginative Pared-Back Art Supplies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woset.md) - [Limited Humorous Art Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-shrigley-1.md) - [Origami-Inspired Porcelain Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita.md) - [Playful Thermal Printer Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childrens-print-camera.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Nostalgic Cartoon Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-care-bears.md) - [Whimsical Spirit Art Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anima.md)