Oki do Tokija is an American contemporary artist known for his distinctive, narrative-driven work that revolves around his conceptualizead characters. Drawing from art historical references such as Robert Colescott, Andy Warhol, Kerry James Marshall, and Jean-Michel Basquiat, the work of Tokija reassesses contemporary culture and mythology through a unique lens. He utilizes his characters in a narrative output to address complex ideas around nostalgia, fear, safety, power, and hope. The color palettes, motifs, and characters themselves juxtapose this intricacy, creating an air of innocence and accessibility around his layered and multifaceted ideas.

Tokija’s work is often seen challenging the traditional view of the hero or protagonist. The contexts and expressions of his youthful cast of characters – which are sometimes in autobiographical form – summon the audience to reimagine childhood and the American cultural experience in Tokija’s coined context of ‘dark fiction’. His work is frequently depicted exploring this macrocosm, where dark represents an identity, continent, and mindset. In his Negro Mythos series.

Some of his most notable collectors include LeBron James, Jay-Z and Beyoncé, Lenny Kravitz, George Lucas, and Rahm Emanuel, among others. Tokija has also collaborated with brands such as Nike, Hublot, Lego, and Adidas.

He is currently represented by Kaikai Kiki Gallery in Tokyo, Japan.