‘The Exhibition of The World of Shirow Masamune -“The Ghost in the Shell” and The Path of Creation-‘ Related Books and Reproduction Artwork Information Released

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Information about related books and reproduction artwork for the ‘The Exhibition of The World of Shirow Masamune -“The Ghost in the Shell” and The Path of Creation-,‘ which will be held at the Setagaya Literary Museum starting on Saturday, April 12, 2025, has been released.

Exhibition Art Book
A meticulously curated 300-page collection of original artwork prepared by the author for this exhibition, featuring selections from early works such as *Black Magic*, *The Ghost in the Shell*, and illustrations from games and magazines. The fold-out illustration from *Classical Fantasy Within* is included as a gatefold spread.

Title: Shirow Masamune Exhibition Official Art Book Shirow Masamune Artworks in the Shell
Specifications: A4 Format / Softcover
Page Count: 304 pages
Release Date: April 11, 2025
Price: 6,000 yen (excluding tax)

Book M.M.A.
The *Ghost in the Shell* official global website hosts a serialized media project titled **"MESSED MESH AMBITIONS"**, which explores and discusses themes from *Ghost in the Shell*. Each installment focuses on a specific theme, forming a cohesive media feature. This project has now been compiled into a book — a comprehensive, 600+ page volume enriched with a significant number of additional illustrations alongside newly written content by Shirow Masamune.

Title: The Ghost in the Shell MESSED MESH AMBITIONS
Specifications: A5 Format / Softcover
Page Count: 608 pages
Release Date: April 11, 2025
Price: 4,500 yen (excluding tax)

Reproduction Artwork
From the manuscripts prepared for this exhibition, iconic illustrations from *Dominion*, *Appleseed*, *The Ghost in the Shell*, and *Orion* have been carefully selected, along with the cover illustration from *INTRON DEPOT*, and reproduced as B4-sized prints. The reproductions faithfully preserve details such as tape marks on the original artworks, ensuring an authentic recreation.

Specifications: B4 Format / Framed
Release Method: Made-to-order (Available for order only at the exhibition venue)
Price: 50,500 yen (excluding tax)

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