{"product_id":"hokusai-great-wave-blocks","title":"Hokusai Great Wave Blocks","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduce your child to creativity, culture, and hands-on learning with the Hape x The Met Hokusai Great Wave Building Block Set, a beautifully designed toy inspired by one of the world's most iconic artworks: Under the Wave off Kanagawa by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai.\u003cbr\u003eAlso known as The Great Wave, this 19th-century woodblock print is famous for its bold movement, swirling lines, and striking use of blues. This building block set transforms that powerful image into a playful, buildable experience for kids—inviting them to explore the shapes and rhythms of the sea.\u003cbr\u003eThoughtfully crafted for children ages 2 and up, the set encourages open-ended play and early engineering through stacking, balancing, and problem-solving. Kids can create their own wave-inspired structures while developing fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and storytelling abilities.\u003cbr\u003eDeveloped in collaboration with early-childhood experts and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Great Wave Building Block Set is more than just a toy—it's a way to bring beauty, culture, and creativity into your child's everyday play.\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're looking for a meaningful gift, a screen-free activity, or a way to introduce art and design at an early age, this set delivers a rich, imaginative experience for growing minds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14 wooden block (7 wave, 2 crescent moon, 3 little men, 2 small blocks）\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOFFICIAL THE MET LICENSED TOY: Inspired by Under the Wave off Kanagawa, part of the celebrated Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji series by Katsushika Hokusai.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBUILD \u0026amp; BALANCE: A wave-themed block set that encourages open-ended design, motion-rich play, and early engineering skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARTISTIC PALETTE: Includes shapes and colors that echo the flowing lines and blue tones of Hokusai's iconic woodblock print.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCHILD-FRIENDLY MATERIALS: Smooth, durable wooden blocks designed for safe stacking and creativity—ideal for ages 2+.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDEVELOPED WITH EXPERTS: Created in partnership with early-childhood specialists and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eINSPIRED PLAY: A hands-on way to explore cultural heritage, artistic composition, and emotional expression through play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51710774083886,"sku":"E0537","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/0776\/1710\/files\/hapee0537.jpg?v=1770367959","url":"https:\/\/toodleydootoys.com\/products\/hokusai-great-wave-blocks","provider":"Toodleydoo Toys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}