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Why Louis Vuitton Went Back to Murakami

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o celebrate 20 years of partnership with artist Takashi Murakami, fashion brand Louis Vuitton has converted two of the city's historic trams: one into a cinema and one into a café for breakfast and snacks like in Tokyo.
Facing market headwinds, Louis Vuitton last month returned to the safe haven of its historic tie-up with Japanese artist Takashi Murakami. (Getty Images)

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