Osaka City Hunter Original Art Exhibition Report: Highlights, Visit Time, Tickets, and Yuki Hirako

More than 400 pieces of hand-drawn original artwork are on display. Across seven chapters, the exhibition traces Ryo and Kaori’s story from their first meeting to the point where they recognize each other as irreplaceable partners. It also features plenty of photogenic recreations, including the 100-ton hammer, the message board at Shinjuku Station’s East Exit, the underground shooting range, and Café Cat’s Eye.

This article gives a detailed look at the flow of the Osaka exhibition, photography precautions, and how much time to allow, along with Arco & Peace member Yuki Hirako’s roughly 19-minute discussion of his love for City Hunter.

Arco & Peace member Yuki Hirako appeared at the preview held the day before opening. This photo was taken in front of the life-size Café Cat’s Eye display.
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The exhibition runs from Saturday, July 11 through Sunday, August 23, 2026. It will be closed on Monday, August 17.

The venue is Namba Parks Museum on the 7th floor of Namba Parks. Doors open at 11:00 a.m., final admission is at 5:30 p.m., and the venue closes at 6:00 p.m.

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The Osaka venue is not simply an exhibition of framed original drawings.

Wall colors, enlarged graphics of manga panels, the sound of rain, video, music, and life-size recreated sets are combined so visitors can walk through and relive the story of City Hunter.

The 100-ton hammer symbolizing Kaori Makimura welcomes visitors at the entrance.

The first thing you see at the entrance is Kaori’s 100-ton hammer. Its size alone makes an impact, and this is likely to be a popular place for photos before and after entering.

When it is crowded, it may be easier to keep moving instead of stopping for a long time at the entrance, then return for photos after viewing the exhibition.

An Introduction That Begins with “XYZ” and Leads into the Nighttime Streets of Shinjuku

At the end of a passage reminiscent of Shinjuku at night is a message board symbolizing the start of a request.

Continue through the blue-and-purple passage and a space evoking the message board at Shinjuku Station’s East Exit appears.

Writing “XYZ” on the board is the signal that begins the story: a last-resort request sent to City Hunter.

You may want to start taking photos as soon as you enter, but more photo spots await. Check your smartphone battery and available storage before your visit.

A large visual lets you stand between Ryo and Kaori for a photo against the Shinjuku night skyline.

Relive More Than 400 Hand-Drawn Originals Across Seven Chapters

The exhibition is divided into seven chapters.

It moves through Ryo and Kaori’s fateful meeting, the story involving Makimura, trust with friends and clients, their comic daily life, hard-boiled battles, and finally the bond between Ryo and Kaori.

The story begins with the “Fateful Encounter” connecting Ryo, Kaori, and Hideyuki Makimura.

The first chapter looks back at why Ryo and Kaori came to work together, including their relationship with Hideyuki Makimura.

Each chapter combines original artwork with large visuals to convey the flow of the story.

Beside the original artwork, characters and dialogue representing each scene are displayed at a large scale, making the focus of each chapter easy to understand even for visitors who have not read the manga.

Changes in wall colors and graphics make it visually clear when you have entered the next chapter.

Looking closely at the original pages reveals details that are hard to notice in printed manga volumes.

You can see brush and pen strokes in solid black areas, pasted-on dialogue, correction marks, and fine effects made by scraping screen tone. The appeal of an original-art exhibition is that it reveals not only the finished image, but also the time and labor that went into creating the manga.

Large character visuals near the original artwork help convey the atmosphere of each episode.

As your eyes move from the large visuals to the original pages, you naturally notice variations in line weight and traces of corrections that can be easy to miss in print.

You can view enlarged character expressions on the walls alongside the hand-drawn originals.

Seeing the original pages next to enlarged facial expressions shows how tiny lines around the eyes and mouth create a character’s emotions.

Original artwork continues down the corridor, making the scale of more than 400 pieces tangible.

Because there is so much to see, reading every line of dialogue will lengthen your visit. Consider prioritizing favorite characters or episodes.

New original pages appear around every turn, and the pace of viewing changes from chapter to chapter.

Describing his first time seeing the originals, Yuki Hirako said, “You can’t understand the kind of force these drawings have unless you see them in person from this close.”

Looking at the streaks left in solid-black areas, he imagined that some might have been filled in by Takehiko Inoue, who once worked as an assistant to Tsukasa Hojo. Hirako emphasized that this was only his imagination, but letting your mind wander to the production process is part of the pleasure of standing before the original pages.

More Than Ryo and Kaori: The Presence of Friends and Clients

City Hunter is the story of Ryo and Kaori, but it is also the story of the friends and clients whose lives intersect with theirs.

A wall featuring a large portrait of Saeko Nogami lets visitors enjoy her presence alongside the original artwork.

There is also an abundance of original artwork featuring Saeko Nogami and the many other characters who enrich the story.

Multiple original drawings look back at Saeko Nogami’s expressions and poses.

Saeko trusts Ryo’s abilities, while sometimes drawing him into dangerous assignments. In the original artwork, look not only at her strength but also at expressions that convey mature composure.

Original drawings and large visuals are arranged by character, letting you recall their appearances as you move through the exhibition.

Clients and friends do more than drive individual cases; they also reflect the ways Ryo and Kaori think.

Original artwork featuring Reika Nogami lets visitors revisit her distinct appeal and her relationship with Ryo.

Comparing the character displays shows how linework and costumes distinguish the different personalities of the sisters Saeko and Reika.

Women who appeared as friends and clients bring color to the exhibition corridor.

Original artwork and large visuals revisit Saeko Nogami, Umibozu, Miki, Reika Nogami, Kasumi Aso, and other characters who have enriched the series.

Readers who followed the manga during its original serialization will likely spend time recalling episodes in which each character appeared.

For those who discovered the work through the anime or live-action film, this is an introduction to the original manga’s remarkably diverse characters and episodes.

The Tension of Gunfights and Ryo’s Professional Side

Original artwork and three-dimensional staging depict the final battle in which Ryo and Umibozu put their skill and resolve against each other.

This area depicts the showdown between Ryo Saeba and Umibozu. The two men, bound by a long history, face each other with their lives on the line while recognizing one another as first-rate professionals.

Ryo is usually obsessed with women and gets sent flying by Kaori’s hammer. But the moment he accepts a job and raises his gun, he becomes an elite sweeper.

That contrast is one of City Hunter’s greatest attractions. Because comic and serious originals can be compared at close range, Ryo’s two sides come through more clearly.

Ryo Saeba’s favorite gun, the Colt Python .357 Magnum with a 4-inch barrel, is displayed with ammunition.

Ryo uses a Colt Python .357 Magnum with a 4-inch barrel. It symbolizes both his marksmanship and his professionalism, and it is one of the series’ signature items.

Kaori Makimura’s Colt Lawman MK III with a 2-inch barrel is a keepsake from her brother, Hideyuki Makimura.

Kaori carries a Colt Lawman MK III with a 2-inch barrel, a keepsake from her brother Hideyuki Makimura.

Ryo has tampered with the gun’s sights so Kaori will not hit the person she aims at. He lets her carry a gun while standing beside him in a dangerous world, yet does not want her to shoot anyone. Even this modification shows how deeply Ryo cares for Kaori.

Color Originals Reveal Tsukasa Hojo’s Use of Color

Color illustrations familiar from manga volumes and magazines

The color illustrations are as compelling as the lines and screen tones of the black-and-white pages.

Skin, clothing, the sheen of fabric, and the atmosphere of the city at night all reveal the three-dimensional quality of Hojo’s characters and the urban mood of the 1980s and 1990s from a distance impossible in print.

When standing before an original, first take in the whole image, then move your eyes to expressions, hands, clothing, and backgrounds. This makes the sheer density of detail easier to appreciate.

This display of color originals lets visitors compare color, costumes, and even the distance between characters.

In the Second Half, Ryo and Kaori Grow Closer and the Famous Scenes Carry More Weight

As you move through the exhibition, you can see the distance between Ryo and Kaori change.

Kaori first becomes Ryo’s partner as if taking over for her brother Makimura, but eventually becomes someone irreplaceable to him. The exhibition traces this change through famous scenes and memorable lines.

The two declaring “We are City Hunter” mark the entrance to the exhibition’s second half.

From here, the exhibition focuses not only on the highlights of individual cases but also on how Ryo and Kaori see each other.

Original artwork focusing on Ryo and Kaori’s relationship is arranged along the flow of the chapter.

Visitors who have read the manga to the end may spend longer in front of each original page.

Knowing what comes later gives new meaning to casual conversations in the early chapters. Yet even without having read the manga, following the exhibition in order makes it easy to grasp how their relationship changes.

Original pages from the latter part of the story are grouped together, also revisiting the friends who support the pair.

Even Yuki Hirako Says He “Can’t Step In” Between Them in the Famous Glass Scene

A transparent-panel installation turns a scene from the manga into a three-dimensional display that feels as though you are stepping inside it.

Hirako named the photo spot recreating Ryo and Kaori’s scene through glass as an exhibit visitors “absolutely have to see.”

The display is designed so visitors can stand between them for a photo. But as a fan of the original manga, Hirako said he did not want to disturb their private world: “I can’t do that one. I can’t put myself in the picture.”

Try photographing the installation without anyone in it first, then step in for your own photo. That order may satisfy both a fan’s feelings and the desire for a commemorative shot.

The epilogue gathers the characters who colored the story and offers a place near the end to look back on the exhibition.

After revisiting encounters with friends and clients, the exhibition leads into a space that brings Ryo and Kaori’s story to a close.

Pass through a curtain symbolizing Ryo and Kaori’s story as the exhibition enters its final stretch.

Experience the Special Video and “Get Wild” Without Knowing the Details in Advance

Near the end is a section that looks back on the appeal of City Hunter through video and music.

Hirako enthusiastically described a sequence in which a certain scene overlaps with “Get Wild,” saying fans might be moved enough to collapse to the floor in tears.

We will not reveal the scene here. Experience at the venue the moment when memories built through the manga and anime merge with the music.

Must-Visit Photo Spots

It is best to think separately about time for carefully viewing the original artwork and time for taking photos.

When visiting with two or more people, each stop takes longer because you will switch between photographer and subject. If others are waiting, decide on your composition before shooting to keep things moving smoothly.

The Saeba Apartment Underground Shooting Range and “The Final Shooting Lesson”

A photo spot recreating the underground shooting range in the Saeba apartment lets you photograph the targets together with Ryo and Kaori.

The underground range where Ryo and Kaori practice shooting is recreated as a space with a real sense of depth.

The display is arranged so Ryo and Kaori can be seen through targets marked with bullet holes.

Including the targets and lighting in the frame creates a photo that feels as though you have entered the scene.

By changing your shooting position, you can capture Ryo and Kaori standing beyond the target in a single image.

For a full-body shot, the photographer needs to step back slightly. If people are waiting behind you, decide in advance whether to shoot vertically or horizontally.

This photo spot recreates “The Final Shooting Lesson,” in which Ryo teaches Kaori how to hold a gun.

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Before his duel with Mick Angel, the ultimate assassin targeting him, Ryo entrusts Kaori with the “last bullet” and teaches her how to shoot. The scene conveys not only the tension before battle, but also Ryo’s trust in Kaori and his readiness to place his life in her hands.

You can take a large-scale photo of Kaori aiming a gun within Ryo’s arms.

You can photograph the scene by itself without anyone in it, or stand beside it for a photo. Those who want to preserve the original scene should photograph the display alone first.

Café Cat’s Eye

Café Cat’s Eye, with Umibozu, Miki, Ryo, and Kaori, is recreated down to the counter and shelves.

Café Cat’s Eye, run by Umibozu, is recreated with a counter, shelves, and life-size characters.

It offers many composition options: sitting beside Ryo, fitting Kaori and Ryo together, or taking a wide shot that includes Umibozu and Miki.

Hirako’s talk event was also held in front of this Café Cat’s Eye display.

The Shinjuku Station Message Board and 100-Ton Hammer

The message board bears “XYZ” and commemorative notes from visitors, making it an iconic photo spot for entering the world of the series.

The message board and 100-ton hammer near the entrance are easy-to-understand photo spots even for companions who are not deeply familiar with City Hunter.

If the area is crowded immediately after entering, ask staff whether you can return later rather than stopping in the way. Re-entry is not allowed once you leave.

Arco & Peace’s Yuki Hirako Talks About His Love for City Hunter

Arco & Peace member Yuki Hirako appeared in a red shirt inspired by Ryo Saeba.

At the preview held the day before opening, Arco & Peace member Yuki Hirako, a devoted fan of the original manga, took the stage.

He arrived in a red shirt inspired by Ryo Saeba, but the jacket prepared for him did not fit. Hirako opened the talk with a laugh, describing his look as “Umibozu who couldn’t quite become Ryo Saeba.”

Along with the story of the ill-fitting jacket, he spoke for about 20 minutes in a talk filled with love for the series.

How Elementary-School Student Hirako Was Drawn into City Hunter

Hirako had read Weekly Shonen Jump since elementary school.

However, he did not immediately leap into City Hunter. He recalled that its realistic, gekiga-style artwork did not initially seem approachable to children, and his classmates kept some distance from it at first.

That changed when slightly more mature girls in his class began saying, “Ryo Saeba is so cool.” The boys followed the girls’ enthusiasm, started reading it too, and discovered how fresh the series felt.

Tense cases alongside Ryo’s silly behavior. The face of a professional who risks his life alongside everyday scenes of Kaori punishing him with a 100-ton hammer.

Hirako said it was not one side or the other, but this dramatic range that drew children so completely into the series at the time.

After Seeing the Venue: “It Was Made by People Who Absolutely Love City Hunter”

The first thing Hirako felt after the preview was the love the exhibition’s creators had for the series.

Beyond the original artwork, the venue features multiple recreations of scenes etched in fans’ memories—displays that make you think, “They really built this part properly.” He felt it had been created by people who had thoroughly read the manga and watched the anime, and who understood exactly what would touch fans.

He was also surprised by the number of original pages, which exceeded his expectations.

Even images seen countless times in manga volumes, magazines, and anime feel entirely different as physical originals. You can see pasted printed text over handwritten dialogue, slight overhangs, and streaks left in black-filled areas. Hirako said these details let him imagine the movements of the artists’ hands at the time of production.

Original character sketches and pages reveal the creative process. Hirako also focused on the linework and traces of solid-black ink.

For Hirako, Ryo Saeba’s Appeal Combines “Tora-san” and “the Professional”

The character who inspired Hirako to become a comedian was Tora-san from the film series It’s Tough Being a Man.

He is usually a troublemaker, weak around women, and clumsy. Yet he is compassionate and comes through when it matters. Hirako sees a shared appeal between Ryo Saeba and Tora-san.

Ryo also possesses the cool professionalism of someone who always completes the job.

Even when he seems shameless around women, he may shyly step away when one moves closer. Hirako also sees a “masculine code of style” in that behavior.

His Favorite Character Is Kaori Makimura: A Short-Haired Heroine Who Felt Fresh

Hirako’s favorite character is Kaori Makimura.

At a time when many manga heroines seemed to have long, flowing hair, Kaori was sporty and short-haired. Though she appears tomboyish, she is portrayed as so attractive that the men around her cannot ignore her.

Ryo does not honestly recognize her appeal, while readers watch from a little distance and anxiously root for the two to get closer.

Hirako has been drawn to Kaori since childhood and called her “the pioneer who opened a new door for loving short-haired women.”

He also finds human appeal in the detail that Kaori keeps her hair short because she worries about its natural curl. She is not merely a strong, stylish heroine; her insecurities and awkwardness are what make so many readers want to support her.

Kaori and Ryo sit side by side at Café Cat’s Eye. Their closeness, paired with their inability to be honest, is another part of the series’ appeal.

His Favorite Episode Is When Ryo Begins to See Kaori as a Woman

The episode Hirako named as most memorable features Kaori’s former classmate, fashion designer Eriko Kitahara, who asks Kaori to model.

Hirako suggested this may have been an important early scene in which Ryo becomes unsettled after recognizing Kaori’s appeal as a woman.

It feels like an episode where the distance between the two—whom readers had long encouraged—finally narrows a little.

The story also touches on the secret of the heavy long coat Ryo wears year-round. Because it reveals not only a romantic change but also a mystery that longtime fans had wondered about, Hirako recalled that it may be regarded as a legendary episode among fans.

A translucent curtain and large visuals depict an episode in which Kaori, looking different from usual, goes on a date with Ryo.

The venue’s translucent curtains and large visuals give this episode a three-dimensional presentation. Seeing Ryo date Kaori when she looks different from usual conveys the change as he begins to recognize her as a woman.

Original artwork can be seen beyond the curtain, and the progression of the exhibition reveals changes in their relationship.

Their relationship does not change suddenly in a single scene. By following the exhibition in order, visitors can trace how Ryo’s uncertainty, Kaori’s awkward feelings, and their need for each other gradually accumulate.

Hirako’s Choice of Memorable Line: His Feelings for Makimura and His Resolve for Revenge

Among the series’ many famous lines, Hirako chose the words Ryo speaks while holding his best friend Makimura after losing him.

At first glance, the line seems to assume that even his best friend Makimura is going to hell, making it sound like something you might want to question.

But its true meaning is Ryo’s vow to defeat Makimura’s killers and send them there immediately. Hirako explained that one sentence contains the intensity of the battle to come, Ryo’s confidence in his own skill, and his deep care for Makimura.

Even directly after comic exchanges, the story can shift instantly into rugged hard-boiled drama. That contrast is quintessential City Hunter.

As a Fan of the Original, He Cannot Step Between the Two Behind the Glass

The venue feature Hirako spoke about most passionately was the recreation of Ryo and Kaori’s scene through glass.

Visitors can step into the scene for a photo, but as someone who read the manga to the end, Hirako wants to protect the private world belonging only to the two of them. He said that the moment he entered the photograph, it would feel as though the meaning of the scene had been broken.

Even when the host suggested standing at the edge, he immediately replied, “Absolutely not. It would ruin everything.”

His forceful reaction showed just how important this scene is to fans.

The famous glass scene where Hirako said, “I can’t step between the two of them.”

Even Those New to the Manga Can Start with the Exhibition

When the host said she did not know the series very well, Hirako replied, “You have the joy of discovering it from here.”

Visitors can remember the originals they saw, read the manga afterward, and match them up: “So that artwork was from this scene.” This reverses the usual order of knowing the complete story before seeing the originals, but is equally enjoyable.

Hirako himself said he would like to erase all his memories and read the series again from the beginning.

The venue conveys not only the history of the manga, but also an aspiration toward big-city life and an atmosphere linked to 1980s city pop. Even the name City Hunter combines the stylish words “City” and “Hunter.” Add “Get” and “Wild,” and Hirako recalled how the sophisticated urban coolness thrilled him as a boy.

In the special video near the end, famous scenes and music overlap, instantly reviving memories of the series.

A Scale Worthy of the “Grand” Original Art Exhibition

At the end of the talk, Hirako emphasized that the scale and content truly deserved the word “Grand” in the exhibition’s Japanese title.

For fans of the original, there is so much to see that he joked, “Once you start examining the details, you might not get out for eight hours.”

At the same time, people who know the name but have never seen the series can also enjoy it. The exhibition can inspire them to return to the manga and search for the scenes they saw on display.

You can watch Yuki Hirako’s talk event and footage of the exhibition in the video below.

The video above includes Yuki Hirako’s talk and footage from the Osaka exhibition. To get a sense of the atmosphere before visiting, watch in an environment where you can turn on the sound.

How Long Does the City Hunter Original Art Exhibition Take?

No official estimated viewing time has been announced.

With more than 400 original pages, seven chapters, multiple photo spots, a special video, and an audio guide with 22 tracks lasting about 23 minutes, the necessary time varies greatly between quickly seeing the main displays and carefully reading the original pages.

Visitors who take many photos or alternate taking pictures with friends or family should allow even more time.

Final admission is at 5:30 p.m., but the venue closes at 6:00 p.m. Entering at 5:30 will not leave enough time for a careful visit. Aim to enter no later than sometime during the 4:00 p.m. hour.

Audio Guide Narrated by Akira Kamiya, Kazue Ikura, and Tessho Genda

The audio guide is narrated by Akira Kamiya, Kazue Ikura, and Tessho Genda.

It contains 22 tracks totaling about 23 minutes. Rental costs US$6.25 per person for one device, and payment is cash only.

Fans with strong feelings for the manga or anime may feel more immersed by following the exhibition with the familiar voices. Cashless payment is not accepted, so bring cash if you plan to rent the guide.

Ticket and Admission-Time Details That Can Be Confusing

Some admission periods at the Osaka venue require date-and-time-specific tickets.

Timed admission applies all day on Saturday, July 11, and from 11:00 a.m. to noon from Sunday, July 12 through Sunday, August 23. Open-date tickets valid during the exhibition period are available for admission from noon to 5:30 p.m.

• Adults: US$14.38 advance, US$15.63 same day
• Elementary and junior high school students: US$5.63 advance, US$6.88 same day
• Preschool children: Free with an accompanying guardian
• No refunds or changes to the date and time after purchase
• Paid visitors are scheduled to receive one randomly selected sticker from seven designs

Visitors with 11:00 a.m. admission should note that Namba Parks itself opens at 11:00. Official guidance asks 11:00 ticket holders to arrive in front of the venue by 11:10.

For other timed tickets, arrive about 10 minutes before the admission time. Avoid arriving too early and waiting near the venue, as this can inconvenience surrounding stores.

The Exhibition and Merchandise Areas Are Separate: View the Exhibition First

The merchandise area is Parks Hall on the same 7th floor.

A ticket used for admission that day is required. Visitors proceed to merchandise after viewing the exhibition. Re-entry is not allowed after leaving either the exhibition or merchandise area.

Those planning a long visit should use the restroom before entering. If you plan to buy merchandise, allow time for shopping in addition to viewing the exhibition.

Getting to Namba Parks Museum

The venue is on the 7th floor of Namba Parks at 2-10-70 Nambanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka.

It is directly connected to Nankai Railway’s Namba Station. It is about a 7-minute walk from Namba Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, and about a 10-minute walk from Namba Station on the Sennichimae Line or Osaka-Namba Station on the Hanshin and Kintetsu lines.

When coming by subway, travel time varies by exit even though the stations share the name “Namba.” Follow signs toward Namba Parks and Nankai Namba Station.

The 7th floor also has the limited-time collaboration café “#702 CAFE＆DINER.” Advance reservations receive priority, so check availability first if you want to visit on the same day.

Who Is This Exhibition Best For?

Fans who want to revisit famous scenes from the original manga are likely to be the most satisfied.

It is also recommended for people who love the anime’s “Get Wild,” discovered the series through Netflix’s live-action film, or want to see Tsukasa Hojo’s art up close. Because the story unfolds across seven chapters, visitors unfamiliar with the original manga are unlikely to feel left behind.

Friends and couples can also enjoy taking photos at the underground shooting range, the glass scene, and Café Cat’s Eye.

For families with small children, carefully viewing all 400-plus original pages can take a long time. A realistic approach is to prioritize photo spots and displays featuring favorite characters rather than trying to read every page.

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City Hunter Original Art Exhibition Osaka FAQ

Can I enter the City Hunter Original Art Exhibition without a reservation?

It depends on the time period. Timed admission is required all day on July 11 and from 11:00 a.m. to noon beginning July 12. Same-day tickets are sold when space is available, but sales stop when capacity is reached, so advance purchase is recommended once you know your visit date.

Can I take photos inside the venue?

Photos may be taken with smartphones, mobile phones, and tablets, but some areas prohibit photography. Close-ups of artwork alone, video, audio recording, flash, digital cameras, selfie sticks, and tripods are not allowed. Follow venue signs and staff instructions.

Can I enjoy the exhibition without knowing much about City Hunter?

Yes. The seven chapters trace Ryo and Kaori’s relationship, and the photo spots and special video make the world easy to enter even for those unfamiliar with the story. You can also read the manga afterward and search for the scenes you saw at the exhibition.

How much time should I allow?

Our editorial estimate is 60–90 minutes for the main exhibits, or 90–120 minutes to carefully view the originals and captions. Manga fans who use the audio guide and take photos should allow 2–3 hours or more.

Can I pay for the audio guide without cash?

The audio guide costs US$6.25 and payment is cash only. Bring cash before entering if you plan to use it.

An Osaka Venue Filled with the Value of Seeing City Hunter Originals in Person

The Osaka edition of the City Hunter Original Art Exhibition stands out not only for its more than 400 original pages, but also for immersive spatial staging that draws visitors into the story.

Ryo and Kaori’s meeting, the loss of Makimura, time spent with friends and clients, and famous scenes in which the distance between the pair gradually changes: seeing them in sequence reminds visitors that City Hunter is not only hard-boiled action and comedy, but also a story about trust between people.

As Yuki Hirako explained, longtime manga fans can study every detail, while newcomers can enter the story through the exhibition.

Do not rush through only to take photos. Look at the lines, corrections, colors, and lettering left on the original pages. You may experience the moment when a panel you know from the printed manga becomes a work of art drawn directly before you.

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