Key Facts Block

・The "ART OF MANGA" exhibition opens in San Francisco on September 27, 2025
・8 celebrated artists featured, including Hirohiko Araki and Rumiko Takahashi
・Over 100 original works on display at the de Young Museum
・Organized by Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco in collaboration with Japanese publishers
・Tickets go on sale via the official museum website starting July 2 (local time)

A Groundbreaking Celebration of Manga at the de Young Museum

Starting September 27, 2025, the de Young Museum in San Francisco will host ART OF MANGA, North America’s first large-scale exhibition dedicated to the Japanese manga art form. Running until January 25, 2026, the exhibition offers a rare opportunity to explore the medium’s evolution from the 1970s to the present, with a stunning collection of original artwork from some of the most iconic creators in manga history.

Featured in individual sections are the works of eight acclaimed artists: Hirohiko Araki (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure), Eiichiro Oda (One Piece), Rumiko Takahashi (Inuyasha), Gengoroh Tagame, Jiro Taniguchi, Kazumi Yamashita, Mari Yamazaki, and Fumi Yoshinaga. Each artist's unique visual style and storytelling technique will be explored, offering insight into how manga has crossed genre boundaries to tackle themes of friendship, identity, sexuality, and the human condition.

Behind the Legends: From Fujio Akatsuka to Today’s Masters

The exhibit begins by honoring two foundational figures in modern manga—Fujio Akatsuka and Tetsuya Chiba—whose pioneering works laid the groundwork for generations of artists. The display then transitions to explore contemporary voices, each representing the cultural and creative diversity of manga in today’s global context.

One of the exhibition’s highlights is a newly revealed key visual bringing together characters rarely seen side by side—Luffy, Goro Inogashira, and others—creating a once-in-a-lifetime crossover visual experience. The visual also includes tributes to legendary artists Akatsuka and Chiba, subtly illustrated alongside today’s top creators.

This unprecedented collaboration transcends publishers and production companies, positioning manga not just as entertainment but as a global art movement. Tickets will be available starting July 2, 2025 (local time), through the museum’s official website.

FAQ

Q: When and where will the ART OF MANGA exhibition be held?
A: It will take place from September 27, 2025, to January 25, 2026, at the de Young Museum in San Francisco.

Q: Which artists are featured in the exhibition?
A: The exhibition highlights works by Araki, Oda, Takahashi, Tagame, Taniguchi, Yamashita, Yamazaki, and Yoshinaga.

Q: What is unique about the key visual?
A: It showcases iconic characters like Luffy and Goro Inogashira together, an unprecedented crossover.

Q: Are there tributes to older manga artists?
A: Yes, the introduction section pays homage to Fujio Akatsuka and Tetsuya Chiba.

Q: Where can I buy tickets?
A: Tickets will be available on the de Young Museum’s official website starting July 2 (local time).

Source : ORICON NEWS