Eastern Japan finally gets a dedicated look at Rakudai Ninja Rantarō. From Oct 11, 2025 to Jan 25, 2026, the Ishinomori Mangakan in Ishinomaki hosts an original art exhibition featuring iconic gag scenes, ninja-tech spotlights, and a special display of real ninja tools collected by Sōbee Amako. Here’s a quick, travel-smart digest of dates, hours, holidays, prices, and simple tips before you go.
Dates, hours, and ticket prices at a glance
Run: Oct 11, 2025 – Jan 25, 2026
Hours: 9:00–17:00 (last entry 30 minutes before close). Dec 31 closes at 15:00.
Closed: Tuesdays (open on Dec 30 and Jan 6).
Venue: Ishinomori Mangakan, 2F Special Exhibition Room (2-7 Nakase, Ishinomaki, Miyagi).
Admission (incl. permanent exhibits): Adults ¥900 / Middle & High School ¥600 / Elementary ¥250 / Preschool Free
Finding Ishinomori Mangakan: access hints before you go
Head to the river island Nakase area of Ishinomaki; allow extra time on weekends and holidays. Follow museum signage at arrival, then proceed to the 2F Special Exhibition Room after ticketing. Keep your ticket handy and check posted re-entry rules.
Why this stop matters: first “Rantarō” art show in Eastern Japan
This is the first full original-art showcase for the series held in Eastern Japan, pairing laugh-out-loud manga panels with readable ninja know-how. Long-time fans and families can trace how the manga underpins the beloved TV anime “Nintama Rantarō.”
What you’ll see inside: original pages, ninja tools, playful moments
Expect original drawings from famous scenes, concise explanations of key ninja techniques, and a rare lineup of ninja tools amassed by author Sōbee Amako—a hands-on window into the craft behind the comedy.
Limited goods and simple crowd-avoidance tips
Exclusive items—files, postcards (six kinds), local-collab snacks, keyholders, a limited shopper, and more—come with per-item limits and may sell out. Aim for mornings or late afternoons on non-Tuesday days, and check on-site notices for purchase caps.
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