‘The Exhibition of The World of Shirow Masamune -“The Ghost in the Shell” and The Path of Creation-’ Surpasses 45,000 Visitors! Only 10 days left to see Masamune Shirow’s original artwork at the Tokyo venue! Plus, brand-new original merchandise for the upcoming Osaka exhibition has just been revealed!
Parco Co., Ltd., in collaboration with the Setagaya Literary Museum (operated by the Setagaya Culture Foundation) and Kodansha Ltd., is currently holding “‘The Exhibition of The World of Shirow Masamune -“The Ghost in the Shell” and The Path of Creation-’ from April 12 (Sat) to August 17 (Sun), 2025, at the Setagaya Literary Museum (1-10-10 Minamikarasuyama, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo), in celebration of the museum’s 30th anniversary.
The exhibition has now welcomed over 45,000 visitors, and with only 10 days remaining, it is entering its final chapter. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the creative journey of Masamune Shirow, including the display of valuable original drawings that can only be seen at the Tokyo venue.
We warmly invite you to visit before the exhibition comes to a close.
●Deadline Approaching! “Spring Shiromasa T-Shirt Festival” Now Underway!
The Tokyo venue is currently hosting the “Spring Shiromasa T-Shirt Festival.”
As part of the event, a special social media campaign is underway: purchase three or more original exhibition T-shirts, and you’ll be entered into a lottery to win a “revolutionarily original” Fuchikoma plate! With over 30 unique T-shirt designs available, this is a must-see for all Masamune Shirow fans.
●Summer Holiday Special: “Family Visit to The World of Masamune Shirow” Now Underway
At the Tokyo venue, we are currently holding a special summer holiday event titled “Family Visit to The World of Masamune Shirow.”
As part of this event, we’re offering a limited number of free “Motoko coloring sheets” for children.
We warmly invite families to visit and create special memories together this summer.
● New Merchandise Revealed for the Osaka Exhibition!
With the Osaka venue opening this September, a new lineup of original merchandise has just been unveiled!
In addition to brand-new T-shirt designs and posters, new items such as reproduction manuscript sets will be available—perfect for taking home a piece of the exhibition experience.
T-Shirt / Black – Ghost in the Shell E Planned Retail Price: ¥5,500 (tax included)
T-Shirt / Black – Ghost in the Shell F Planned Retail Price: ¥6,600 (tax included)
Poster – Ghost in the Shell Cover Planned Retail Price: ¥1,100 (tax included)
Ghost in the Shell – Blistaz Keychain Planned Retail Price: ¥1,200 (tax included)
Rubber Keychain – Motoko Planned Retail Price: ¥1,500 (tax included)
Rubber Keychain – Batou Planned Retail Price: ¥1,500 (tax included)
Set of 10 Reproduction Manuscripts (B4 size) Planned Retail Price: ¥9,350 (tax included)
‘The Exhibition of The World of Shirow Masamune -“The Ghost in the Shell” and The Path of Creation-’ in Osaka
- Exhibition Period: September 5 (Fri) – October 5 (Sun), 2025
- Venue: PARCO GALLERY, 14th Floor, Shinsaibashi PARCO
(1-8-3 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture)
※ Merchandise Area: EVENT SPACE, 9th Floor, Shinsaibashi PARCO - Organizers: Setagaya Cultural Foundation – Setagaya Literary Museum, Kodansha Ltd., and Parco Co., Ltd.
- Planning Cooperation: Seishinsha
- Special Cooperation: Shirow Masamune
- Support: Setagaya City and Setagaya City Board of Education
- Graphic Design: Kei Sakwaki, Hiroaki Hidaka
As the Tokyo exhibition reaches its grand finale, the creative world of Masamune Shirow will soon move to its next stage in Osaka this September.
We invite you to continue exploring The World of Masamune Shirow at the upcoming Osaka venue.
Exhibition Overview
‘The Exhibition of The World of Shirow Masamune -“The Ghost in the Shell” and The Path of Creation-’
- Exhibition Period: April 12 (Sat) – August 17 (Sun), 2025
※ Closed on Mondays (open on public holidays, with closure on the following weekday) - Venue: Setagaya Literary Museum (1-10-10 Minamikarasuyama, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo)
- Organizers: Setagaya Cultural Foundation – Setagaya Literary Museum, Kodansha Ltd., and Parco Co., Ltd.
- Planning Cooperation: Seishinsha
- Special Cooperation: Shirow Masamune
- Support: Setagaya City and Setagaya City Board of Education
- Graphic Design: Kei Sakwaki, Hiroaki Hidaka
Where to Buy Tickets
e+ (Eplus): https://eplus.jp/setabun2025shirow-ex/
Information
Official Exhibition Website: https://www.shirow-masamune-ex.jp
Official X (Twitter): https://x.com/shirow_ex