Step into the hauntingly beautiful world of legendary horror manga artist Junji Ito in his first large-scale solo exhibition. Showcasing over 600 original hand-drawn works, including illustrations, paintings, and manga pages, the exhibition offers an in-depth look at Ito’s uniquely grotesque and captivating style that has mesmerized readers around the globe.
Featured works include his iconic debut Tomie, the hypnotic Uzumaki, the eerie Lovesickness of the Dead, and the darkly comic Soichi series. Fans can also explore original art from short stories like The Hanging Balloon and discover new pieces created exclusively for the exhibition.
Don’t miss the debut of a stunning new Tomie figure, sculpted by renowned artist Keiki Fujimoto.
Junji Ito Enchantment Exhibition
Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
Event: Junji Ito Enchantment Exhibition
Venue: Telepia Hall
Opening times: 10am–5pm* (*Last admission is at 4:30pm)
Dates: Saturday, October 11 to Thursday, December 25, 2025
Advance ticket prices: ¥1,600 (adult), ¥1,000 (junior and senior high school students), ¥800 (elementary school students), free for preschoolers.
Same-day ticket prices: ¥1,800 (adult), ¥1,200 (junior and senior high school students), ¥1,200 (elementary school students), free for preschoolers*.
Website: Telepia Hall
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased online via the museum’s website or Lawson Ticket.
Nagoya Junji Ito autograph session
A signing event with Junji Ito will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
More information and tickets can be found at the museum and Lawson Tickets links above.
Junji Ito Enchantment Exhibition merch
Exclusive merchandise will also be on sale at these exhibitions, inspired by eerie stories, scenes, and characters from Junji Ito’s unnerving creations:
- Acrylic keychains with art and quotes
- A metal brooch inspired by the story of “The Hanging Balloons”
- A “Floating Pen” dedicated to the same story
- An Uzumaki Noritake Cup & Saucer
