Get Ready for an Immersive Experience: The “Anime Film Look Back Exhibition – Oshiyama Kiyotaka: The Emotion of Lines” is Coming!
Prepare yourselves, anime fans! An exclusive exhibition titled “Anime Film Look Back Exhibition – Oshiyama Kiyotaka: The Emotion of Lines”, personally hosted by the acclaimed director Oshiyama Kiyotaka-kantoku, is set to open its doors. This eagerly anticipated event will be held at the Azabudai Hills Gallery (Azabudai Hills Garden Plaza A MB Floor) from January 16 to March 29, 2026. The main visual has just been unveiled, along with exciting details about special ticket bundles and the captivating exhibition structure.
Delving into the World of Look Back
For those unfamiliar, Look Back is a poignant anime film adaptation of the powerful manga of the same name, penned by the brilliant Fujimoto Tatsuki. Originally published on the popular comic distribution site “Shonen Jump+”, the story beautifully captures the essence of two young girls, Fujino and Kyomoto, as they pour their hearts into creating manga. The narrative vividly portrays their journey and growth, while also depicting a series of intense, realistic events that ultimately shape their destinies and bring their paths to a crossroads.
A Director’s Vision: Unraveling the Creative Process
This unique exhibition is personally supervised and explained by Oshiyama Kiyotaka-kantoku, the visionary director behind the anime film. It offers an unparalleled glimpse into how the talented creators involved in the project meticulously wove together the original manga’s profound world. Visitors will have the extraordinary opportunity to unravel the detailed journey and unwavering dedication that transformed a beloved manga into an animated masterpiece, understanding every nuance and creative decision.
The recently unveiled teaser visual, which has been released for the first time, beautifully reimagines Fujino and Kyomoto. Their figures, originally captured in Oshiyama-kantoku’s expressive pencil line art, have now been reborn as a striking new main visual for the exhibition.
Get ready to grab your tickets! Advance sales for the exhibition begin on November 12. Beyond the standard admission, fans can look forward to a limited-time offer: the “Oshiyama Kiyotaka-kantoku Select Exhibition Original T-shirt Bundle Ticket”, available until December 8 at 11:59 PM JST. This is your chance to snag an exclusive piece of memorabilia!
These truly exclusive exhibition original T-shirts, which you won’t find anywhere else, feature a choice of five iconic scenes. Each design is imbued with precious memories and showcases the growth journey of Fujino and Kyomoto. As an added bonus, all purchasers of this special ticket will also receive an original exhibition shopper bag!
But wait, there’s more! Lawson Ticket will be offering its own exclusive ticket bundle, complete with an original sacoche bag. This special sacoche features prints of original key frames directly from the anime film, making it a unique and must-have item available only through this specific ticket.
Prepare to be fully immersed as the exhibition recreates pivotal settings from the story! Visitors will be able to step into Fujino’s room, the creative sanctuary where the two girls collaborated on their manga. Furthermore, a corridor stacked high with sketchbooks, leading directly to Kyomoto’s room, will also be brought to life. Centered around these key rooms where the narrative dramatically unfolds, you’ll feel as though you’ve truly entered the world of the anime film Look Back.
In celebration of this exhibition, a truly special area has been realized with the unique cooperation of the original author, Fujimoto Tatsuki-sensei. This section allows visitors to experience Look Back on an even deeper level. For the very first time in Japan, Fujimoto Tatsuki-sensei’s original storyboards from the production of Look Back will be publicly displayed. These rare materials were previously distributed in limited quantities as a special bonus for the anime film screenings. This is a precious and unmissable opportunity to witness the manga’s creative process alongside the captivating world of the anime film!
Exhibition Details
- Exhibition Title: “Anime Film Look Back Exhibition – Oshiyama Kiyotaka: The Emotion of Lines”
- Duration: January 16 (Friday) – March 29 (Sunday), 2026
- Venue: Azabudai Hills Gallery (Azabudai Hills Garden Plaza A MB Floor, 5-8-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
- Operating Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Last admission 5:30 PM)
- Organizers: “Anime Film Look Back Exhibition” Executive Committee (Azabudai Hills Gallery, Studio Durian, Avex Pictures)
- Cooperation: Shueisha, Mix Green
- Sponsorship: Amazon Japan G.K.
(C) Fujimoto Tatsuki/Shueisha (C) 2024 “Look Back” Production Committee/(C) “Anime Film Look Back Exhibition” Executive Committee
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