How many pieces are in the Hokusai - The Great Wave?

Hokusai - The Great Wave contains 1,810 pieces.

What age is the Hokusai - The Great Wave recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 18+.

When was the Hokusai - The Great Wave released?

Hokusai - The Great Wave was released in 2023.

1 / 11

🏛 LEGO Art

Set #31208

Hokusai - The Great Wave

Hokusai - The Great Wave is a stunning tribute to a timeless masterpiece.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 18+ · Intermediate build Adults interested in art, Japanese culture, and mindful building experiences
Build: 1,810 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $99.99 list price · 5.5¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.5 community rating from 229 ratings

Reviewers praise the set's stunning visual appeal and the relaxing building experience. Some find the repetitive nature of tiling tedious, but the final result is generally considered a beautiful and worthwhile display piece.

$99.99

Best Price

$89.99

You Save

10% OFF

📝 Our Take

AI-assisted editorial summary, grounded in our LEGO database and public community discussions. How we use AI

Hokusai - The Great Wave is a stunning tribute to a timeless masterpiece. This LEGO Art set beautifully captures the iconic Japanese woodblock print, allowing builders to recreate the waves and Mount Fuji in brick form, providing a unique and engaging artistic experience.

This set is perfect for art enthusiasts and LEGO collectors alike. The build is a relaxing and immersive process, ideal for those seeking a mindful activity, and the finished piece makes a striking display for any home or office.

Skip this if you prefer action-packed LEGO sets or have limited wall space. Consider the LEGO Ideas Globe (21332) or a smaller Architecture skyline set for a different kind of display piece.

✨ New

Ask BlockTalk about this set

AI assistant with full set data

BlockTalk

Hi! I'm BlockTalk, your LEGO expert. Ask me anything about the Hokusai - The Great Wave - building tips, investment potential, comparisons, or anything else!

Try asking:

How does this set compare to other LEGO Art sets in terms of building experience? What is the best way to display this set to showcase its details? Will the value of this set increase over time, making it a good investment? Are there any recommended lighting options to enhance the visual impact of the finished model?

🧱 Building Experience

AI-assisted build estimate, grounded in our LEGO database and public community discussions. How we use AI

🧩

1,810

Pieces

⏱

4.5h

Estimated Build Time

📊

Intermediate

Difficulty

👤

18+

Ages

Build Highlights:

Layered plates create a striking 3D effect
Unique building techniques capture the movement of the wave
The set includes a soundtrack to enhance the building experience
Display as a standalone piece or combine multiple sets for a larger mural

📈 Investment Analysis

AI-assisted investment analysis, grounded in our LEGO database and public community discussions. How we use AI

↑ Trending up since release

B+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The LEGO Art theme has proven to be a solid investment area, attracting both LEGO enthusiasts and art collectors. Hokusai's The Great Wave, being a widely recognized and culturally significant artwork, adds to the set's appeal and potential for appreciation. With a reasonable piece count and price point, this set is likely to see moderate growth, especially upon retirement. However, the investment potential hinges on the set's sustained popularity and the overall health of the LEGO resale market. Considering the cultural significance of the artwork, this set is expected to hold its value well.

Not Financial Advice: Content is for educational purposes only. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results. Full disclaimer

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

World Map

LEGO Art • 11,695 pcs

$249.99

Vincent van Gogh - The Starry Night

LEGO Ideas • 2,316 pcs

Compared to other LEGO Art sets like the World Map (31203) or the Rolling Stones Logo (31206), Hokusai - The Great Wave offers a more focused and visually striking display piece. While the World Map provides a larger building experience, The Great Wave appeals to those who appreciate fine art and Japanese culture. It's also more accessible in price and piece count than the World Map, making it a good entry point into the LEGO Art theme.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 1,810
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 63 unique parts, 1,810 pieces

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Tile 6 x 6 with B...

Part #: 10202 30× White

Plate 3 x 3

Part #: 11212 4× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15208 6× Dark Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 2× Dark Tan

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 4× Tan

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× White

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 4× Tan

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24299 5× Dark Tan

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24299 10× White

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24299 4× Bright Light Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24299 7× Dark Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24307 5× Dark Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24307 6× Bright Light Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24307 25× White

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 24316 24× Reddish Brown

Tile 1 x 4 with D...

Part #: 2431pr0193 1× Light Nougat

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 16× Tan

Wedge Plate 3 x 3...

Part #: 2450 5× White

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 25× Bright Light Blue

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 60× White

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 3× Tan

Plate 4 x 4 Corner

Part #: 2639 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 26601 34× Bright Light Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 26601 2× Tan

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 26601 27× White

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29119 21× White

Part #: 3020 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 20× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 5× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 7× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 12× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 11× Bright Light Blue

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 8× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 9× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 33× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 12× Tan

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 7× Bright Light Blue

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 3× Tan

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× White

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 6× Light Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 30503 1× White

Part #: 3069b 1× White

Technic Brick 6 x...

Part #: 32532 32× Black

Plant, Plate 1 x ...

Part #: 32607 47× White

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 48× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 13× Blue

Tile 45° Cut 2 x ...

Part #: 35787 11× Tan

Tile 45° Cut 2 x ...

Part #: 35787 6× White

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 21× White

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 6× Bright Light Blue

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Tan

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 55× Dark Blue

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 5× White

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 24× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× White

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 8× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 26× Dark Blue

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× White

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 6× Bright Light Blue

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 22× White

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 2× Tan

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 4× White

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 2× Dark Blue

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 5× White

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 3× Tan

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 2× Dark Blue

Animal, Bird, Sma...

Part #: 41835 11× White

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 24× Tan

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43722 2× White

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43722 1× Bright Light Blue

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43723 1× Bright Light Blue

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 44865 32× Tan

Wedge Plate 6 x 4...

Part #: 48205 2× White

Brick 1 x 12

Part #: 6112 16× Tan

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 61332 89× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 18× White

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 5× White

Wedge Plate 2 x 4...

Part #: 65426 2× White

Wedge Plate 2 x 4...

Part #: 65429 2× Tan

Wedge Plate 2 x 4...

Part #: 65429 4× White

Brick Special 16 ...

Part #: 65803 4× Light Nougat

Brick Special 16 ...

Part #: 65803 2× Black

Technic Panel 3 x...

Part #: 67139 2× Black

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 67446 12× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 6

Part #: 69729 4× White

Tile 2 x 6 with D...

Part #: 69729pr0015 1× White

Plate 1 x 5

Part #: 78329 4× Tan

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 52× Tan

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 262× White

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 32× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 255× Light Nougat

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 32× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 98138pr0345 13× Blue

The set features a substantial quantity of White Round Tiles, useful for creating textured surfaces in MOCs. The variety of tan plates and tiles also provides a good starting point for landscape and architectural builds.

🛒 Where to Buy

eBay

✓ In Stock

$89.99 →

LEGO (UK)

✓ In Stock

Compare on eBay →

£89.99

Walmart

✓ In Stock

Compare on eBay →

$94.99

Target

✓ In Stock

Compare on eBay →

$99.99

LEGO (DE)

✓ In Stock

Compare on eBay →

€99.99

LEGO (US)

✓ In Stock

Compare on eBay →

$99.99

LEGO (CA)

✓ In Stock

Compare on eBay →

$139.99

💎 Notable Parts

White Tile Round 1 x 1 (262x) $7.86

Tan Tile 2 x 4 with Groove (52x) $2.60

White Tile 6 x 6 with Bottom Tubes (30x) $3.00

Bright Light Blue Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Cut Corner (34x) $1.70

White Plant, Plate 1 x 1 Round with 3 Leaves (47x) $9.40

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$24.56

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Create a larger seascape with additional waves and marine life

🏛 Design a Japanese garden scene with cherry blossoms and a pagoda

🏙 Integrate the wave into a larger coastal city layout

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

Based on 11 discussions

3.0 /5

Mixed

9% positive

BlockTalk AI

The LEGO Hokusai set is generally well-received, although the beige frame is a common point of criticism, with many preferring a black frame. The humorous editor's note is appreciated, while the green dots on a green base are frustrating for some builders.

Hahaha pretty sure that's supposed to be an editors note like in the early Marvel comics. It is even a yellow box and black border. They really ex...

1.1k upvotes • 3y ago

Green dots on a green base...arrgh. Dots are annoying to remove and are nail breakers 🤣 that might be the worst of it. Good luck.

258 upvotes • 3y ago

Personally I love the tan frame and wouldn't switch it out, but this isn't bad either

27 upvotes • 2y ago

What YouTubers Say

Based on 6 videos

4.7 /5

Very Positive

83% positive

BlockTalk AI

LEGO YouTubers express overwhelmingly positive sentiment towards the Hokusai - The Great Wave (31208), resulting in a score of 4.7/5. Reviewers like Macy's Bricks highlight the set's high quality and popularity, noting it's often backordered, while others simply describe it as 'great'.

LEGO Art meets Japan

Tiago Catarino • 135.6K views Review

Building INSANE Lego Art | Great Wave by Hokusai 31208

Macy's Bricks • 8.4K views Review

LEGO 31208 Hokusai – The Great Wave: Building a Masterpiece - review

LukasBuildsBricks • 6.5K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 11 Reddit opinions and 6 YouTube reviews

3.0 /5

Mixed

9% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

Common Feedback

+ Great

YouTube

4.7 /5

Very Positive

83% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

Common Feedback

+ Great, Build

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

6 Reddit + 3 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Many find the included editor's note amusing due to its exaggerated hype, reminiscent of early Marvel comics. However, the beige frame is a frequent complaint, with some swapping it out for a black one to better match their existing decor.

Reddit Reviews

6 discussions

Neutral Tip

1.1k

Hahaha pretty sure that's supposed to be an editors note like in the early Marvel comics. It is even a yellow box and black border. They really exaggerated and hyped things up, just like in this m...

3y ago in r/lego View

- Negative Concern

258

Green dots on a green base...arrgh. Dots are annoying to remove and are nail breakers 🤣 that might be the worst of it. Good luck.

3y ago in r/lego View

~ Mixed Praise

Personally I love the tan frame and wouldn't switch it out, but this isn't bad either

2y ago in r/lego View

Neutral

They should have added a scared minifigure face beside the note. Really ramps up the fear factor! Lol

3y ago in r/lego View

View all 6 on Reddit