Ukiyo-e Immersive Art OSAKA 2026

• January 17, 2026 at 10:00 am
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• March 14, 2026 at 8:00 pm
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History

Ukiyo-e (“pictures of the floating world”) flourished during the Edo period (1603–1868), capturing everyday life, landscapes, kabuki actors, and beauties in vivid woodblock prints. Masters like Katsushika Hokusai, Utagawa Hiroshige, and Kitagawa Utamaro turned affordable art into a cultural phenomenon that influenced Impressionists such as Van Gogh and Monet.

The “Ukiyo-e Immersive Art” exhibition series began in Tokyo in 2019, using cutting-edge 3DCG and projection mapping to animate over 300 classic works. After sold-out runs in Tokyo and Fukuoka, the 2026 Osaka edition marks its Kansai debut, bringing Edo-period masterpieces to life in a 21st-century digital format while preserving original prints and historical context.

Overview

Ukiyo-e Immersive Art OSAKA 2026 runs from January 17 to March 14, 2026 at Grand Front Osaka’s Knowledge Capital Event Lab. Over 300 masterpieces by Hokusai, Hiroshige, Sharaku, and others are transformed into breathtaking 3D animations and floor-to-ceiling projections across 10 themed zones.

Visitors walk through dynamic scenes—The Great Wave crashing around them, Hiroshige’s stations of the Tokaido coming alive, kabuki actors leaping from the walls—while separate areas display rare Edo-period prints and provide cultural explanations. Photography is fully encouraged throughout.

Highlights

• Hokusai’s Great Wave in 3D: Stand inside the iconic wave as it surges and crashes in immersive animation.
• Hiroshige’s Tokaido Journey: Travel virtually through all 53 stations with moving landscapes and seasonal effects.
• Kabuki & Beauty Zones: Life-size animated actors and courtesans with dramatic lighting and sound.
• Original Edo Prints: Rare historical woodblocks displayed alongside their digital counterparts.
• Interactive Photo Areas: Countless Instagram-worthy spots designed for sharing—no restrictions.

Why Jasumo Recommends?

• Hokusai’s Great Wave in 3D: Stand inside the iconic wave as it surges and crashes in immersive animation.
• Hiroshige’s Tokaido Journey: Travel virtually through all 53 stations with moving landscapes and seasonal effects.
• Kabuki & Beauty Zones: Life-size animated actors and courtesans with dramatic lighting and sound.
• Original Edo Prints: Rare historical woodblocks displayed alongside their digital counterparts.
• Interactive Photo Areas: Countless Instagram-worthy spots designed for sharing—no restrictions.

If you’re coming to Japan or already in Japan, Jasumo can secure advance tickets, arrange private English guides, combine with Osaka food tours, and more. Just contact us using the contact page.

Schedule

January 17 – March 14, 2026

• Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily (last entry 7:30 PM)
• Open Every Day: No closures during the exhibition period

Pricing

• Advance Tickets Adults: ¥2,000 Students (high school/university): ¥1,300 Children (4–junior high): ¥800
• Same-Day Tickets Adults: ¥2,300 Students: ¥1,600 Children: ¥1,000

Location

Grand Front Osaka North Building – Knowledge Capital Event Lab 3-1 Ofukacho, Kita Ward, Osaka 530-0011, Japan

How to Get There

• Directly connected to JR Osaka Station (Central North Exit)
• Umeda Station (Hankyu/Hanshin/Subway): 3–5 minute walk
• From Kansai Airport: ~50 min by JR Haruka limited express to Osaka Station
• From Shin-Osaka Shinkansen: 5 min by subway Midosuji Line to Umeda

Accommodation Options

Umeda/Osaka Station area offers luxury hotels (InterContinental, Hilton) from ¥25,000–¥60,000 and business hotels from ¥8,000–¥18,000—many directly connected to Grand Front Osaka.

Budget capsules and hostels start at ¥4,000. Book early for February weekends when the exhibition peaks.

FAQs

When do tickets go on sale?

Advance tickets are already available as of November 2025—buy early for the ¥300–¥400 discount.

Is the exhibition in English?

Yes—multilingual audio guides and signage are provided. Some live explanations may be Japanese-only.

How long does a visit take?

Most visitors spend 60–90 minutes, but you can stay as long as you like within operating hours.

Is it suitable for children?

Absolutely—interactive animations and bright colors delight kids, while the educational sections appeal to all ages.

Can I re-enter the same day?

Same-day re-entry is usually allowed with your ticket stub—perfect for lunch breaks in Grand Front Osaka’s many restaurants.

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