Adorable cultural products that will melt your heart

english.shanghai.gov.cn| September 04, 2025

Shanghai has just released a new batch of irresistibly cute cultural creations. Let's take a look at these charming additions!

Monet plush doll

The Museum of Art Pudong's blockbuster exhibition Paths to Modernity: Masterpieces from the Musee d'Orsay, Paris continues to draw record crowds, sparking a nationwide craze for cultural merchandise. Among the standout items is the newly introduced "Monet plush doll". Inspired by Claude Monet's Self-Portrait with a Beret, this plush toy features intricate water lily embroidery on its clothing, complete with a charming mustache and an endearing expression.

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​The Monet plush doll. [Photo/Museum of Art Pudong]

Adorable creatures of Shanghai

Step into a world of wonder at Shanghai Wild Animal Park with the launch of its captivating new cultural products, "adorable creatures of Shanghai". Available both online and in-store, this delightful collection showcases plush toys inspired by the park's most cherished animals: the red panda with a fondness for apples, the playful kangaroo Gangzi, and the endearing chimpanzee Didi. Each plush toy comes with hidden surprises.

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​The newly launched collection of plush toys at Shanghai Wild Animal Park. [Photos/Shanghai Wild Animal Park]

Ballet gosling

The 30th-anniversary edition of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, hailed as a masterpiece that redefines ballet, recently made its triumphant return at the Shanghai Culture Square. In celebration of this occasion, the Shanghai Culture Square has released a series of cultural merchandise, including the "ballet gosling". This toy draws inspiration from the dancers' iconic makeup and attire, featuring swan wing pants and adjustable legs, transforming it into a miniature prima ballerina.

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​The "ballet gosling" plush toy. [Photo/Shanghai Culture Square]

Wukangkang

The renowned landmark Wukang Building has introduced a new plush toy named "Wukangkang". Its cream-colored hat symbolizes the building's roof, while its brooch and orange trim echo its railings and arches. Crafted from soft materials, this plush can strike various poses. Take it for a leisurely stroll down Wukang Road and soak in the city's vibrant atmosphere.

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​Wukangkang plush toy. [Photo/Xuhui district government]

Zuluzulu

China Art Museum has unveiled a cultural product inspired by its immersive glasses-free 3D exhibition Amazing Zhulong. Meet Zuluzulu, a delightful line of plush toys modeled after the youthful incarnation of Zhulong, the ancient Chinese deity of creation. With its endearing design consisting of gentle horns and a round shape, Zuluzulu captures hearts with its irresistible charm. The collection also comes with an ultra-plush 50-centimeter doll, which is super soft and perfect for hugging tightly.

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​The Zuluzulu plush toy. [Photo/Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism]

 

Source: WeChat account of the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism at "shanghaitourism"