What this is
Sakura Wars turns 30 in 2026, and this travelling exhibition marks the milestone with a deep dive into the franchise's three-decade run across games, anime, stage shows, and beyond. Expect original illustrations, setting materials, video exhibits, and exclusive anniversary merchandise — all tracing how the series evolved from its 1996 Sega Saturn debut into a multimedia phenomenon. The exhibition runs first in Tokyo (Yurakucho Marui, late October to mid-November 2026), then moves to Kyoto (Space Galleria KYOTO, December 2026 through January 2027).
Who should go
Sakura Wars fans of any era — whether you played the original Sega Saturn titles, followed the anime adaptations, or came in through the 2019 PS4 reboot. Casual anime and gaming enthusiasts curious about a landmark Japanese franchise will also find it worthwhile.
Good to know
Ticket pricing and purchasing details have not yet been announced — monitor the official website and official X account for updates, as tickets for popular anime exhibitions in Japan typically go on sale via eplus.jp or pia.jp, both of which accept foreign credit cards. Yurakucho Marui is a department store event space in central Tokyo, compact and indoors, so crowds can feel dense on weekends. Space Galleria KYOTO sits inside the Kyoto Avanti shopping complex directly connected to Kyoto Station, making it extremely easy to reach. Note the Kyoto venue closes early on the final day (January 4, 2027) at 17:00 with last admission at 16:30. Merchandise queues at anniversary exhibitions like this can be long — consider visiting on a weekday if your schedule allows.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.