Yokote City Masuda Manga Museum

The Yokote Masuda Manga Museum holds over 450,000 manga original drawings, showcasing the charm of Japan's proud manga culture. In honor of the achievements of manga artist Takao Yaguchi, who was born in Masuda Town, the museum opened in 1995 as Japan's first manga art museum. Not only are the original drawings exhibited, but great effort is also put into their preservation, allowing visitors to directly appreciate the thoughts of the manga artists. Viewing original drawings at the Yokote Masuda Manga Museum is a wonderful experience that allows for a deep understanding of Japan's manga culture and a sense of its history. Why not visit and see for yourself?

At the Yokote Masuda Manga Museum, various special exhibitions are held every year. Past exhibitions have focused on various genres and themes, such as the "Newcomer Award Special Exhibition," "Trends in Girls' Manga," and "Chasing the Phantom Manuscripts: 50 Years of Shogakukan Shonen Gaho Sha." Special exhibitions also include various events such as interaction events between manga artists and readers, talk shows, and workshops where you can learn about the production process of original drawings. Special exhibitions can be viewed for free, but some may be charged, so it's necessary to check in advance on the official website. The Yokote Masuda Manga Museum is full of charm for manga fans, with special exhibitions and displays of original drawings. It's also gaining attention as a place for readers and manga artists to interact through events and workshops!

Various workshops are held at the Yokote Masuda Manga Museum. These include the "Tsuri Kichi Sanpei Workshop," where you can experience the world of "Tsuri Kichi Sanpei," drawn by manga artist Takao Yaguchi, and the "Koma War Workshop." These workshops can be enjoyed by children and adults alike, even if you have no knowledge of manga. Additionally, some workshops require advance registration, so it's recommended to check the official website beforehand. The workshops at the Yokote Masuda Manga Museum are packed with content that manga fans can't resist, and once you participate, you're sure to be hooked on their charm. Why not come to Akita Prefecture and participate in the workshops at the Yokote Masuda Manga Museum to fully experience the allure of manga?

The Yokote Masuda Manga Museum has a manga cafe where you can relax in a comfortable environment surrounded by exhibited manga. The cafe offers light meals, drinks, and desserts, as well as original drinks and sweets. In addition, original goods related to the museum's exhibits are also sold. The manga cafe is recommended for those who want to take a break during their museum visit or for those who want to spend a leisurely time surrounded by manga.

In addition to the exhibition rooms, the Yokote Masuda Manga Museum also has a museum shop. Here, manga-related books, goods, postcards, T-shirts, straps, can badges, and more are sold. There are also limited edition items that can only be purchased at the Masuda Manga Museum, making it an irresistible spot for fans. The museum shop can be used freely without paying the admission fee. Please note that the business hours are from 10:00 to 18:00 (last admission at 17:30), and during special exhibitions, the business hours may change, so it's recommended to check the official website!