Hajime Sorayama
Awards & Honours
2
Awards Won
4
Honours
1
Rankings
5
Covers
2
Records
Hajime Sorayama's career is defined by his singular vision and technical mastery. He pioneered the superrealist airbrush technique, creating a body of work that is instantly recognizable and widely imitated. His Sexy Robot series redefined the boundaries between erotic art, science fiction, and industrial design. The Sony AIBO, which he designed, became the first commercially successful robotic pet and earned a place in the Robot Hall of Fame. Sorayama's influence extends far beyond the art world: his aesthetic has shaped fashion collections, music videos, and even film design. His ability to merge cold technology with warm sensuality has made him a touchstone for contemporary pop culture, and his work continues to inspire new generations of artists and designers.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Robot Hall of Fame Inductee
The Sony AIBO, designed by Sorayama, was inducted into the Robot Hall of Fame.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Recognized for his contributions to graphic design and illustration.
Work in Permanent Collections
His works are held in the permanent collection of MoMA.
Work in Permanent Collections
His works are held in the permanent collection.
Rankings & Lists
Most Influential Japanese Artists in Global Fashion
Magazine Covers
Playboy Japan
1970s-1980s
Multiple issues with Sorayama illustrations
The Face
1980s
Sorayama illustration cover
i-D
1990s
Sorayama feature
Vogue Hommes Japan
2010s
Sorayama collaboration feature
Rolling Stone Japan
2016
The Weeknd Starboy cover with Sorayama art
Records & Feats
First commercially available robotic pet
Sony AIBO, designed by Sorayama, was the first robotic dog sold to consumers, released in 1999.
Most expensive Sexy Robot NFT
One of Sorayama's Sexy Robot NFTs sold for over $1 million in 2021.