Why You Should Visit
A major retrospective marking 30 years of Fumiyo Kono's career as a manga artist — best known internationally for 'In This Corner of the World.' Held at Himeji City Museum of Literature in two parts (Part 1: Apr 18–May 10 / Part 2: May 13–Jun 21), the exhibition presents over 500 original manga pages alongside illustration originals, picture book artwork, never-before-seen footage, and even her high school sketchbooks. A rare chance to see the originals up close. Related events include live painting, lectures, film screenings, and collaboration menus.
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Essentials
- location
- Himeji City Museum of Literature, Himeji
- period
- April 18, 2026 (Sat) - June 21, 2026 (Sun)
- Time
- 10:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30) *Closed Mondays
- cost
- Adults ¥1,100 / Under 18: Free / Groups (30+): 20% off / Disability certificate holders: 50% off
- Links
- access
- Approx. 10 min by Shinki Bus or taxi from Himeji Station (JR / Sanyo Electric Railway)
*See the official website for full access details - NOTE
- 【Exhibition periods】
Part 1: Sat Apr 18 – Sun May 10
Part 2: Wed May 13 – Sun Jun 21
【Closed】Every Monday; also Thu May 7 *Open Mon May 4 (public holiday)
*Tue May 12: gallery changeover — the Kono Fumiyo exhibition is not viewable; permanent collection only
【Related events】Live painting / Lectures / Film screenings / Collaboration menu (details announced on official website)
*No advance tickets — day-of purchase only
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