HIRO ANDO JAPAN, b. 1973

Biography

A VISION OF TOKYO

Inspired by the streets of Tokyo and the world of Manga, Japanese artist Hiro Ando creates bold, vibrant sculptures that merge tradition and modernity. His work bridges past and present, transforming cultural icons into contemporary art. Starting as an illustrator in 1995, Ando quickly expanded into painting, digital media, sculpture, and video. In 2005, he co-founded the Crazynoodles neo-pop artist collective with Saori Nakamishi, fostering a dynamic space for creative experimentation. Ando’s art is a fusion of old and new, deeply rooted in Japanese mass culture. His signature maneki-neko (lucky cat) sculptures reimagine this traditional symbol in various forms, including samurai, sumo wrestlers, and robots, reflecting Tokyo’s dynamic energy. His distinctive sculptures, celebrated for their vibrant aesthetic and playful reinterpretation of tradition, have gained recognition worldwide. Each piece blends pop culture and historical elements, creating a visual dialogue between heritage and innovation. Hiro Ando’s work stands at the crossroads of past and future, transforming familiar symbols into contemporary art that captivates and inspires.
Works
  • Hiro Ando, Bushi
    Hiro Ando
    Bushi
    100 x 60 x 40 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kabuto "jiro" Masatora
    Hiro Ando
    Kabuto "jiro" Masatora
    50 x 30 x 30 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kabuto "jiro" Masatora
    Hiro Ando
    Kabuto "jiro" Masatora
    50 x 30 x 30 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kabuto "saburo" Naotora
    Hiro Ando
    Kabuto "saburo" Naotora
    50 x 40 x 40 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kabuto "saburo" Naotora
    Hiro Ando
    Kabuto "saburo" Naotora
    50 x 40 x 40 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kabuto "saburo" Naotora
    Hiro Ando
    Kabuto "saburo" Naotora
    50 x 40 x 40 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kabuto "taro" Takatora
    Hiro Ando
    Kabuto "taro" Takatora
    50 x 30 x 30 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kabuto "taro" Takatora
    Hiro Ando
    Kabuto "taro" Takatora
    50 x 30 x 30 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kabuto "taro" Takatora
    Hiro Ando
    Kabuto "taro" Takatora
    50 x 30 x 30 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kabuto "taro" Takatora
    Hiro Ando
    Kabuto "taro" Takatora
    50 x 30 x 30 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Kung-fu Cat Black
    Hiro Ando
    Kung-fu Cat Black
    H60 cm / pre-order
  • Hiro Ando, Magoi & Higoi
    Hiro Ando
    Magoi & Higoi
    170 x 100 x 100 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Ninja Cat White
    Hiro Ando
    Ninja Cat White
    H60 cm / pre-order
  • Hiro Ando, Nishikigoi Stainless Steel
    Hiro Ando
    Nishikigoi Stainless Steel
    82 × 111 × 68 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Nishikigoi Stainless Steel Blue
    Hiro Ando
    Nishikigoi Stainless Steel Blue
    82 x 111 x 68 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Pandasan - DiamondsStrass
    Hiro Ando
    Pandasan - DiamondsStrass
    100 x 90 x 90
  • Hiro Ando, Pandasan - Stainless Steel Polished
    Hiro Ando
    Pandasan - Stainless Steel Polished
    100 x 90 x 90 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Pandasan Flowerpower Blue
    Hiro Ando
    Pandasan Flowerpower Blue
    100 x 90 x 90 cm
  • Hiro Ando, RoboCat Red
    Hiro Ando
    RoboCat Red
    60 × 40 × 30 cm
  • Hiro Ando, RoboCat White
    Hiro Ando
    RoboCat White
    100 x 60 x 50 cm
  • Hiro Ando, RoboCat Yellow
    Hiro Ando
    RoboCat Yellow
    100 x 60 x 50 cm
  • Hiro Ando, SamuraiCat - DiamondsStrass
    Hiro Ando
    SamuraiCat - DiamondsStrass
    100 x 80 x 60 cm
  • Hiro Ando, SamuraiCat Black
    Hiro Ando
    SamuraiCat Black
    150 x 90 x 60 cm
  • Hiro Ando, SamuraiCat Blue
    Hiro Ando
    SamuraiCat Blue
    150 x 90 x 60 cm
  • Hiro Ando, SamuraiCat DiamondsStrass Silver/ White
    Hiro Ando
    SamuraiCat DiamondsStrass Silver/ White
    100 x 80 x 40 cm
  • Hiro Ando, SamuraiCat Pink
    Hiro Ando
    SamuraiCat Pink
    150 x 90 x 60 cm
  • Hiro Ando, SamuraiCat Yellow
    Hiro Ando
    SamuraiCat Yellow
    150 x 90 x 60 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Satomi N.
    Hiro Ando
    Satomi N.
    160 x 140 x 60 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Shogun Cat Red
    Hiro Ando
    Shogun Cat Red
    H60 cm / pre-order
  • Hiro Ando, SumoCat
    Hiro Ando
    SumoCat
    100 x 120 x 80 cm
  • Hiro Ando, SumoCat - Stainless Steel Polished
    Hiro Ando
    SumoCat - Stainless Steel Polished
    100 × 120 × 80 cm
  • Hiro Ando, SUMONMYOJI
    Hiro Ando
    SUMONMYOJI
    130 × 120 × 80 cm
  • Hiro Ando, Tanabata - Stainless Steel Polished
    Hiro Ando
    Tanabata - Stainless Steel Polished
    200 × 190 × 180 cm
  • Hiro Ando, UrbanCat
    Hiro Ando
    UrbanCat
    150 x 90 x 60 cm
  • Hiro Ando, UrbanCat - Stainless Steel Polished
    Hiro Ando
    UrbanCat - Stainless Steel Polished
    100 × 60 × 40 cm
  • Hiro Ando, UrbanCat BLUE
    Hiro Ando
    UrbanCat BLUE
    100 × 60 × 40 cm
  • Hiro Ando, UrbanCat RED
    Hiro Ando
    UrbanCat RED
    100 × 60 × 40 cm
  • Hiro Ando, WarriorCat - DiamondsStrass
    Hiro Ando
    WarriorCat - DiamondsStrass
    100 × 150 × 70 cm
  • Hiro Ando, WarriorCat - Stainless Steel Polished
    Hiro Ando
    WarriorCat - Stainless Steel Polished
    100 × 150 × 60 cm
  • Hiro Ando, WarriorCat Black
    Hiro Ando
    WarriorCat Black
    100 × 150 × 70 cm