Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio x Ryoko Yamagishi x Waki Yamato

Japanese title: 少女漫画・インフィニティ 萩尾望都×山岸凉子×大和和紀 三人展

The National Art Center, Tokyo (Special Exhibition Gallery 2E) (Nogizaka Sta.)

An exhibition of three shojo manga legends with over 800 works planned, including original monochrome and color drawings. Closed Tuesdays; open until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.

Dates

Oct 28 (Wed) – Feb 8 (Mon)

Time

10:00–18:00; Oct 30 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Oct 31 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Nov 6 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Nov 7 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Nov 13 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Nov 14 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Nov 20 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Nov 21 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Nov 27 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Nov 28 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Dec 4 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Dec 5 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Dec 11 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Dec 12 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Dec 18 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Dec 19 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Dec 25 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Dec 26 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Jan 8 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Jan 9 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Jan 15 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Jan 16 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Jan 22 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Jan 23 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Jan 29 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Jan 30 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Feb 5 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Feb 6 (Sat): 10:00–20:00

Price

Adults ¥2,200 at the door (¥2,000 advance); university ¥1,000; high school ¥500; junior high and under free

Venue

The National Art Center, Tokyo (Special Exhibition Gallery 2E)

Nearest station

Nogizaka Sta.

Check closed days and last admission on the official page before you go.

About this event

A three-artist exhibition tracing the careers of Moto Hagio, Ryoko Yamagishi and Waki Yamato, who have drawn shojo manga for about 60 years, from their early debuts to today. Marking the 20th anniversary of The National Art Center, Tokyo, it is described as the first large-scale shojo manga exhibition at a national art museum. Through original drawings, color illustrations for magazine covers and title pages, and archival materials, it shows the range of themes and expression in shojo manga.

Highlights

• Over 800 original drawings in black-and-white and color (planned)
• Hagio's works including The Poe Clan, The Heart of Thomas and They Were Eleven
• Yamagishi's works including Hi Izuru Tokoro no Tenshi and Arabesque
• Yamato's works including Haikara-san ga Toru and Asakiyumemishi
• Color illustrations for magazine covers and title pages, and rare materials

Good for

Readers of the three artists' works, and people interested in shojo manga or original manga art

Good to know

• Color works change between the first period (until 12/14) and second period (from 12/16)
• To be sure, check first whether the works you want to see are in the first or second period
• Student tickets require a student ID at purchase and entry
• 100 yen off with a ticket stub from Suntory Museum of Art or Mori Art Museum

Summarized from the official page and press materials.

Distance from major stations

From Nogizaka

0.1 km, about 2 min on foot

From Roppongi

0.6 km, about 9 min on foot

From Aoyama-itchome

0.8 km, about 14 min on foot

From Gaiemmae

1.0 km, about 15 min on foot

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

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FAQ

What is Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio x Ryoko Yamagishi x Waki Yamato?

A three-artist exhibition tracing the careers of Moto Hagio, Ryoko Yamagishi and Waki Yamato, who have drawn shojo manga for about 60 years, from their early debuts to today. Marking the 20th anniversary of The National Art Center, Tokyo, it is described as the first large-scale shojo manga exhibition at a national art museum. Through original drawings, color illustrations for magazine covers and title pages, and archival materials, it shows the range of themes and expression in shojo manga.

When is Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio x Ryoko Yamagishi x Waki Yamato?

Oct 28 (Wed) – Feb 8 (Mon)

What are the opening hours of Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio x Ryoko Yamagishi x Waki Yamato?

10:00–18:00; Oct 30 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Oct 31 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Nov 6 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Nov 7 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Nov 13 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Nov 14 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Nov 20 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Nov 21 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Nov 27 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Nov 28 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Dec 4 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Dec 5 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Dec 11 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Dec 12 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Dec 18 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Dec 19 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Dec 25 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Dec 26 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Jan 8 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Jan 9 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Jan 15 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Jan 16 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Jan 22 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Jan 23 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Jan 29 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Jan 30 (Sat): 10:00–20:00; Feb 5 (Fri): 10:00–20:00; Feb 6 (Sat): 10:00–20:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.

How much does Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio x Ryoko Yamagishi x Waki Yamato cost?

Adults ¥2,200 at the door (¥2,000 advance); university ¥1,000; high school ¥500; junior high and under free

Where is Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio x Ryoko Yamagishi x Waki Yamato and what is the nearest station?

It is held at The National Art Center, Tokyo (Special Exhibition Gallery 2E). The nearest station is Nogizaka Sta..

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Checked against the official page on October 27, 2026. Titles and descriptions are our own translations.