Cosplay
Cosplay, short for “costume play,” refers to dressing up as characters from, for example, anime, games, manga, or public figures.
Cons in Finland
A unique feature of Finnish cons is that they are run mainly by volunteers. Compared to many commercial and trade-like large events abroad, cons in our country are mostly made by attendees for attendees, as non-profit events. While Finland emphasizes diverse con programming, many international events often focus more on sales.
Tokyo Mew Mew
Tokyo Mew Mew is a magical girl manga series written by Reiko Yoshida and illustrated by Mia Ikumi. The original series was published from 2000 to 2003, with a two volume sequel in 2020.
Production of manga
Manga artists are called mangaka. Because manga is published on tight schedules, many mangaka have assistants who help with drawing or shading. Many well-known creators have started their careers as assistants to already successful mangaka.
Manga and Anime Series
The article introduces the nine most important manga and anime series for Finnish enthusiasts such as Sailor Moon, Akira and Dragon Ball.
Museo Leikki nominated for EMYA2026
Museo Leikki nominated for EMYA2026 Museo Leikki – The Museum of Play has been nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2026. EMYA is one of the most prestigious museum awards in Europe, established in 1977 under the auspices of the Council of Europe. In 2026, a total of 35 museums from […]
Pony Friendship is Forever! mini exhibition
Pony Friendship is Forever! mini exhibition The much loved My Little Pony celebrated its 40 th anniversary in 2022. To mark the occasion, the museum Leikki is holding the delightful Pony Friendship is Forever! mini exhibition 4.10.2022-24.9.2023 The mini exhibition provides a glimpse into the history of My Little Pony as well as current MLPphenomena, […]
Temporary exhibition: Screen Play
Temporary exhibition: Screen Play (13.5.2022 – 24.3.2024) This functional exhibition explores the intersections between digital games and play. Can gaming be seen as digital play? And is creating playful social media content a game in itself? The exhibition highlights trends in play and games, and provides a conversation for players and their parents. You can […]
The Toy Museum Hevosenkenkä is now Leikki – the Museum of Play!
The name change represents the shift in perspective that occurred during the comprehensive renovation project that the museum underwent. As we go forward the museum and it’s exhibits will not only focus on presenting toys, but also on the exploratory voyages of play and on defending play. The museum Leikki is a specialised museum that […]
Virtual visit to the exhibition Children of the Eighties
On the virtual visit we take a look at the exhibition Children of the Eighties at the Finnish Toy Museum Hevosenkenkä and reminisce about the toy hits and favourite games of the excessive 1980s.
The Toy Museum Hevosenkenkä moves to new premises next door to WeeGee
The Toy Museum Hevosenkenkä is moving during 2021 to new premises at Ahertajankuja 3. At the same time the museum will be comprehensively remodeled. The new Toy Museum, a wonderland of play and toys, will be opened approximately in the spring of 2022.
Tell us about your childhood!
The Toy Museum Hevosenkenkä wishes to get to hear the story of your childhood with the questionnaires A Phenomenal Childhood and The Best Toys and Games Ever.