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His cartoonish visions are essentially inhabited by young characters, who are meant to evoke feelings of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (a Japanese notion relating to the adoration of fictional figures). In typical kawaii style, he sometimes depicts childlike features (round faces, wide eyes, colorful hair) with innocent undertones. Contrasting with the bright cheerfulness of his all-powerful characters, a wider reflection on solitude, social anxiety, and fear underlies his work. 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