Today I am taking an excursion to the Brooklyn Museum (one of my very favorite museums!) to see The Art of Manga exhibit. This began life over at San Francisco’s De Young Museum, where it was very successful. I’m so glad it had made its way closer to me so I can experience it. Here is how the museum describes the exhibit: 

“The exhibition begins with an introduction to manga, where you’ll encounter works from foundational manga artists Chiba Tetsuya (born 1939), a master of story-driven manga, and Akatsuka Fujio (1935–2008), known as the “King of Gag manga.” Also featured are drawings by Itō Junji, Agi Tadashi and Okimoto Shū (Drops of God), and Tori Miki, in collaboration with Yamazaki Mari (PLINIVS). A final section showcases Shueisha Manga-Art Heritage and its exploration of manga as a living art form, highlighting Oda Eiichiro’s ONE PIECE, Ikeda Riyoko’s Rose of Versailles, and Kubo Tite’s BLEACH art prints, along with a selection from artist Tanaami Keiichi’s collaboration with mangaka Akatsuka Fujio.”

According to the website, cosplay is encouraged! Do visit their site to make sure your costume is in line with their policies.  And, if you think you might want to revisit, take a look at the Fan Pass. For $75USD, you and one guest can access the exhibit as often as you want for the duration.

The Art of Manga will be at the Brooklyn Museum from October 1 – January 31, 2027. The museum is (much like Le musée national des Arts asiatiques – Guimet exhibit I attended last year) concurrently running an exhibit of Japanese narrative art from their permanent collection Manga Before Manga.

Can’t make it to Brooklyn? Register now for a free Virtual Tour on December 1, from 6- 7:30 Eastern US Time.

I’ll let you know how it is when I get back!