Mofusand – Kittens with a Costume Change
Why does the cat wear a shark costume? Wrong question – why not? Mofusand, the illustration series by Japanese artist Juno, lives entirely on that sense of self-evidence: chubby-cheeked kittens wear shark, bunny, and dessert disguises, sit inside donuts, or stack themselves into little pyramids – all while keeping the unimpressed expression cat owners know so well worldwide. The motifs became a phenomenon through social media, and they've long since been available as plush, stationery, and decor. At Elbenwald you'll find officially licensed Mofusand products for your desk, shelf, and jacket pocket – cuteness with dry humor, no shedding required. Whether as a pick-me-up or a permanent couch resident: these cats take on any role – as long as the costume fits.
What makes Mofusand special?
The seriousness within the silliness. Other kawaii brands smile constantly – Mofusand cats look like they picked the costume themselves and wouldn't tolerate any debate about it. This stoic charm makes the motifs surprisingly versatile: they work as a cuddly toy on your pillow just as well as a notebook in a meeting, where the shark cat discreetly reminds you there are more important things than agendas. Add to that the illustrations' attention to detail – claws, paw pads, and whiskers stay recognizably cat even under the costume. Which motifs and formats an individual item shows is listed on the product page. Just one warning: with Mofusand, it rarely stops at one piece.
Frequently asked questions
What Mofusand products does Elbenwald carry?
Plush figures and plush keychains, stationery like notebooks and pens, bookmarks, and lamps – all officially licensed. Use the filters to narrow the range down by product type.
What exactly is Mofusand?
A Japanese illustration series by artist Juno: chubby kittens in costumes – the shark disguise is the best known – that became popular through social media and now find fans worldwide as merchandise.
Who is Mofusand a good gift for?
For anyone who loves cats, kawaii design, or both – from a desk upgrade to a plush gift. Details on size and material for the individual item are listed on the product page.
Across the range
The soft side begins with the plush figures – including specimens that sleep professionally. Order with a paw print comes from the stationery, from notebook to pen, reading material gets marked by bookmarks, and gentle evening light comes from the lamps. On the go, the shark cat dangles as a keychain on your backpack – subtle it is not, but that's exactly the point. If you're collecting, just mix and match the formats freely.
Fancy even more cuteness?
If you like Mofusand, you'll go soft for the kawaii neighborhood too: Molang brings round calm, Pusheen the gray internet-cat competition, Hello Kitty and Cinnamoroll represent the House of Sanrio. And if an occasion is coming up: the gift ideas have plenty in stock for every occasion.
