A LEGO Wave of Inspiration!
Build Hokusai's Great Wave in stunning 3D

Recreate this iconic Japanese masterpiece with 1810 LEGO pieces. Perfect for art lovers and mindful builders alike.

🏛 LEGO Art
Set #31208

Hokusai - The Great Wave

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

🏆 Best For: Adults interested in art, Japanese culture, and mindful building experiences ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 1,810 pcs 🎂 Ages 18+
★★★★☆ 4.5 from 1 reviews

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.

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$99.99
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📝 Our Take

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.

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🧱 Building Experience

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1,810
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
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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

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Investment Grade
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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.

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📖 About This Set

Lovers of art and classic paintings will adore this incredible LEGO® Art building set for adults. You can create a LEGO replica of one of the art world’s most iconic works Hokusai’s The Great Wave (31208). During the immersive building process, you can completely relax , and indulge in some creative joy and genuine mindfulness.

Display your artistic passion
Recreate Hokusai’s The Great Wave with layers of LEGO bricks to produce a famously bold and dramatic dimensional piece of art. As you build your own premium home décor, scan the QR code and listen to a soundtrack with content tailor-made to enhance your project. Finish the artwork with a decorative tile featuring Hokusai’s signature, and proudly display on your wall.

Relaxing LEGO sets for adults 
LEGO® Art sets give adults the chance to enjoy an immersive building project that can also provide a sense of peace and relaxation. They can choose from a brilliant and innovative range of sets celebrating icons from the worlds ofart, music, and cinema. Each piece of wall art can be shown off either at home or in the office.

  • Celebrate a masterpiece – Bring to life (31208) Hokusai’s The Great Wave with this incredible LEGO® Art dimensional wall art building set
  • Stunning display item – A 1,810-piece LEGO® hobby project for adults featuring 6 canvas plates, 2 hanger elements, a brick separator, and a decorative tile with Hokusai’s signature
  • A treat for art lovers – Celebrate one of the most iconic artworks of the last two centuries, which you can display anywhere you choose
  • Enjoy the soundtrack – Scan theQR code to listen to a soundtrack tailor-made with content to enhance your time building this impressive piece of Japanese wall art
  • Gift for artists  – This LEGO® Art set measures over 15.5 in. (39 cm) high and 20.5 in. (52 cm) wide, and makes a popular gift for anyone with a passion for famous art
  • Illustrated instructions – This tribute to Hokusai’s The Great Wave comes with a premium booklet with details about his art, and instructions to guide you through the building process
  • Crafthobbies for adults – Celebrate icons from the worlds of art, music, and cinema with LEGO® Art sets for adults, and indulge your passions and creativity
  • High quality – For more than 6 decades, LEGO® building pieces have been made to ensure they are consistent, compatible, and work every time
  • Always in safe hands – LEGO® building pieces meet stringent global safety standards

Compare Similar Sets

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.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 63 unique parts • 1,251 total pieces

Tile 6 x 6 with Bottom Tubes Tile 6 x 6 with B...
Part #: 10202 30× White
Plate 3 x 3 Plate 3 x 3
Part #: 11212 Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Three Teeth [Tri-Tooth] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15208 Dark Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Dark Tan
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Tan
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 White
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Tan
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 24299 10× White
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 24299 Bright Light Blue
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 24299 Dark Blue
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 24299 Dark Tan
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 24307 25× White
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 24307 Dark Blue
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 24307 Bright Light Blue
Technic Axle 3 with Stop Technic Axle 3 wi...
Part #: 24316 24× Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 4 with Dark Blue Japanese Symbols print Tile 1 x 4 with D...
Part #: 2431pr0193 Light Nougat
Plate 2 x 12 Plate 2 x 12
Part #: 2445 16× Tan
Wedge Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 3 x 3...
Part #: 2450 White
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 25× Bright Light Blue
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 White
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Tan
Plate 4 x 4 Corner Plate 4 x 4 Corner
Part #: 2639 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 26601 Tan
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 26601 34× Bright Light Blue
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 26601 27× White
Slope Curved 2 x 1 with Stud Notch Right Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 29119 21× White
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 12× Tan
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 Tan
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 36× Tan
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 12× Tan
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 20× Dark Blue
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 White
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Dark Blue
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 12× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 12× Tan
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Blue
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 33× White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 11× Bright Light Blue
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Bright Light Blue
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Tan
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 White
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Light Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 4 x 4 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 4 x 4...
Part #: 30503 White
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Tan
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b White
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Tan
Technic Brick 6 x 8 with 4 x 6 Opening Technic Brick 6 x...
Part #: 32532 32× Black
Plant, Plate 1 x 1 Round with 3 Leaves Plant, Plate 1 x ...
Part #: 32607 47× White
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 48× Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 35480 13× Blue
Tile 45° Cut 2 x 2 (Triangle) Tile 45° Cut 2 x ...
Part #: 35787 11× Tan
Tile 45° Cut 2 x 2 (Triangle) Tile 45° Cut 2 x ...
Part #: 35787 White
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 21× White
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Bright Light Blue
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Tan
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 White
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 55× Dark Blue
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 24× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 White
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 26× Dark Blue
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a White
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Bright Light Blue
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 22× White
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41769 Tan
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41769 White
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41769 Dark Blue
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41770 Tan
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41770 Dark Blue
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41770 White
Animal, Bird, Small [PLAIN] Animal, Bird, Sma...
Part #: 41835 11× White
Plate 2 x 16 Plate 2 x 16
Part #: 4282 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 16 Plate 2 x 16
Part #: 4282 24× Tan
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43722 Bright Light Blue
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43722 White
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43723 Bright Light Blue
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Pin - Bottom Stud Holder Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 44865 32× Tan
Wedge Plate 6 x 4 Right Wedge Plate 6 x 4...
Part #: 48205 White
Brick 1 x 12 Brick 1 x 12
Part #: 6112 16× Tan
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise with No Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 61332 89× Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 18× White
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 White
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 27° Right Wedge Plate 2 x 4...
Part #: 65426 White
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 27° Left Wedge Plate 2 x 4...
Part #: 65429 White
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 27° Left Wedge Plate 2 x 4...
Part #: 65429 Tan
Brick Special 16 x 16 x 1 1/3 with Pinholes Brick Special 16 ...
Part #: 65803 Black
Brick Special 16 x 16 x 1 1/3 with Pinholes Brick Special 16 ...
Part #: 65803 Light Nougat
Technic Panel 3 x 5 with Wall Mount Hole Technic Panel 3 x...
Part #: 67139 Black
Brick Special 2 x 4 x 1 1/3 with Axle Holes and 2 x 2 Recessed and Hole Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 67446 12× Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 6 Tile 2 x 6
Part #: 69729 White
Tile 2 x 6 with Dark Blue Border, Japanese Symbols print Tile 2 x 6 with D...
Part #: 69729pr0015 White
Plate 1 x 5 Plate 1 x 5
Part #: 78329 Tan
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 52× Tan
Brick and Axle Separator v2.0 Brick and Axle Se...
Part #: 96874 Orange
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Light Nougat
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 32× Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 32× Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 White
Tile Round 1 x 1 with White Silhouette of Head (Hokusai) print 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

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$89.99
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$99.99
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💎 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 10 discussions
3.0 /5
Mixed
10% 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 • 2y ago
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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 • 2y ago
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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 7 videos
4.7 /5
Very Positive
86% 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'.

Community Sentiment

Based on 10 Reddit opinions and 7 YouTube reviews

Reddit

3.0 /5
Mixed
10% positive
1
Positive
8
Mixed
1
Critical
Common Feedback
+ Great

YouTube

4.7 /5
Very Positive
86% positive
6
Positive
1
Mixed
0
Critical
Common Feedback
+ Great, Build
BlockTalk AI Analysis

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.

What the Community Says

6 Reddit + 4 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...

2y 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.

2y ago in r/lego View
~ Mixed Praise
27

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
12

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

2y ago in r/lego View
Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

📖 Building Instructions 10

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Charts Inventory Statistics

63
Unique Parts
1,251
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1