Matsamoto Choji Exhibition at Abeno Harukas Museum

Details about tickets will be announced later. The exhibition traces the creative journey of Mr. Leiji Matsumoto, from his works when he first aspired to be a manga artist at 14 years old, to his representative works such as 'Galaxy Railway 999', 'Space Battleship Yamato', and 'Captain Harlock, the Space Pirate'. The exhibition is divided into three zones, introducing rare original artwork and cherished items. ZONE-1: From the origin of wanting to be a manga artist to his representative works. Original artwork from his 14-year-old work 'The World of Insects' (1952) created in Kitakyushu's Kokura, early girls' manga, and original artwork of 'Oyodo Natsu' (1971) will be displayed, drawing on the time markings of the 'Leiji Meter'. Newly released 'Creation Notebooks' from his debut period, original artwork of the manga version of 'Space Battleship Yamato', and original storyboards of 'Captain Harlock, the Space Pirate' will also be on display. ZONE-2: The creative universe of 'space', 'women', and 'mecha'. This area explores how 'space', 'women', and 'mecha' that characterize Mr. Matsumoto's works were formed, featuring rare original artwork from the first episode of 'Galaxy Railway 999'. Items such as drawing materials, reference books, and cherished items like his favorite hat will also be on display. ZONE-3: Vibrant color original artwork. Color original artwork that embellishes representative works such as 'Oyodo Natsu', 'Space Battleship Yamato', and 'Galaxy Railway 999' will be on display. From a single painting with delicate brushstrokes and vibrant colors, experience the world view unique to Mr. Leiji Matsumoto. Mr. Leiji Matsumoto was born in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture in 1938. He debuted in commercial magazines at the age of 15. He became a pioneer of the SF manga and anime boom with works such as 'Oyodo Natsu', 'Space Battleship Yamato', 'Captain Harlock, the Space Pirate', and 'Galaxy Railway 999'. He served as a director of the Japan Cartoonists Association and president of the Japan Space Youth Association until his passing at the age of 85 on February 13, 2023. 'Galaxy Railway 999' 50th Anniversary Project 'Leiji Matsumoto Exhibition: The Journey of Creation' at Osaka venue Exhibition overview Official website Special page Exhibition period July 31, 2027 (Saturday) - September 26, 2027 (Sunday) Exhibition venue Abeno Harukas Museum (16th floor, 1-1-43 Abeno-koji, Abeno-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture) Opening hours and tickets Details to be announced later Touring information [Currently on display] KADOKAWA Musashino Museum: September 19, 2026 - October 26, 2026 [Ended] Tokyo City View: June 20, 2025 - September 7, 2025 [Ended] Kitakyushu City Manga Museum: September 27, 2025 - January 12, 2026 [Ended] Nagoya City Art Museum: March 20, 2026 - June 7, 2026 Official X @leiji_m_ex Details of the Osaka venue will be announced later. The content of the highlights is based on the previous venue exhibitions. Popular character merchandise is available at Anime Store.JP (Anist)! View character merchandise at Anist Frequently asked questions about the 'Leiji Matsumoto Exhibition' at Abeno Harukas Museum When is the exhibition period and where is the venue? It will be held from Saturday, July 31, 2027, to Sunday, September 26, 2027, at Abeno Harukas Museum. What about tickets and opening hours? Details of the Osaka venue will be announced later. For the latest information, please check the official website and official X. What is the exhibition content? This exhibition introduces the creative journey of Mr. Leiji Matsumoto, from his works when he first aspired to be a manga artist at 14 years old, to his representative works such as 'Galaxy Railway 999', 'Space Battleship Yamato', 'Captain Harlock, the Space Pirate', and 'Oyodo Natsu'. Original artwork from the first episode of 'Galaxy Railway 999', newly released 'Creation Notebooks', and cherished items such as drawing materials and hats have been displayed. Where has it been held before? The exhibition started at Tokyo City View in June 2025, and has been touring the Kitakyushu City Manga Museum, Nagoya City Art Museum, and KADOKAWA Musashino Museum (until October 26, 2026).