An exhibition titled “Yoshiyuki Tomino’s Origins: From Odawara to Space,” featuring director Yoshiyuki Tomino—known for the “Mobile Suit Gundam” series and other works—is set to open in his hometown of Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture!
A preview exhibition will begin on Friday, November 6, 2026, at the Odawara Castle Main Keep, and starting on Monday, November 23 (a national holiday), the Odawara Sannomaru Hall will also join as a venue!
・An advance exhibition will be held at the first venue, Odawara Castle’s Main Keep, starting Friday, November 6, 2026
・The second venue, Odawara Sannomaru Hall, will host the exhibition from Monday, November 23 (a national holiday) through Sunday, December 6
・The exhibition features materials created during his time in Odawara, as well as materials related to his animated works
・“G’s Reconquista” is presented as the culmination of the Tomino World
Contents of “Yoshiyuki Tomino’s Origins: From Odawara to the Universe”
This exhibition traces how animation film director Yoshiyuki Tomino unleashed his creative power, using his hometown of Odawara as a starting point.
Through materials created during his time in Odawara and materials from his animation works after his debut, the exhibition explores the relationship between Director Tomino and Odawara.
*Event details and exhibition content are subject to change.
Exhibition Content for “Yoshiyuki Tomino’s Starting Point — From Odawara to Space —”
The exhibition will be held at two venues—the Odawara Castle Keep and the Odawara Sannomaru Hall—each featuring exhibitions with different themes.
Venue 1: Odawara Castle Keep “From Odawara to Space”
This exhibition traces Director Tomino’s personality, his connection to Odawara, and his journey from his college years to entering the world of animation.
The exhibition opens on Friday, November 6—ahead of the other venue!
| Dates | Friday, November 6, 2026 – Sunday, December 6 (Sun) |
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| Venue | Odawara Castle Main Keep (4th Floor Exhibition Room) |
| Exhibition Content (Tentative) | Who Is Yoshiyuki Tomino? Yoshiyuki Tomino and Odawara Yoshiyuki Tomino’s College Years Leaving Odawara for the World of Anime “Odawara” as Seen in Tomino’s Works |
Venue 2: Odawara Sannomaru Hall “An Invitation to Tomino World”
This exhibition explores the world of Tomino’s works from perspectives such as technology and the nature of “justice.”
“G’s Reconquista” is presented as the culmination of the Tomino World.
| Dates | November 23, 2026 (Mon., Holiday) – December 6 (Sun.) |
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| Venue | Odawara Sannomaru Hall (Small Hall, Gallery Corridor) |
| Exhibition Content (Tentative) | The World of Yoshiyuki Tomino’s Works Through the Lens of Technology The Nature of “Justice” in Tomino’s Works “G’s Reconquista” – The Culmination of the Tomino World |
Profile of Director Yoshiyuki Tomino
Director Yoshiyuki Tomino is an animation film director born in Odawara City in 1941.
After graduating from the Department of Film in the College of Arts at Nihon University, he joined Mushi Production. Following his work as a director on the TV anime *Astro Boy*, he directed *Triton of the Sea*, *Zambot 3*, *Mobile Suit Gundam*, *Legendary Giant God Ideon*, *G’s Reconquista*.
In 2021, he was appointed as an Odawara Hometown Ambassador, and in April 2024, he signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with Odawara City.
The Roots of Yoshiyuki Tomino — From Odawara to Space — On display in Odawara starting November 6!
| Title | The Beginning Point of Yoshiyuki Tomino — From Odawara to the Universe — |
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| Dates | November 23, 2026 (Mon., Holiday) – December 6 (Sun.) *Preview exhibition at Odawara Castle’s Main Keep begins Friday, November 6 |
| Venue 1 | Odawara Castle Main Keep (4th-floor Exhibition Room) November 6, 2026 (Fri) – December 6, 2026 (Sun) |
| Venue 2 | Odawara Sannomaru Hall (Small Hall and Gallery Corridor) November 23, 2026 (Mon, Holiday) – December 6, 2026 (Sun) |
| Organized by | Yoshiyuki Tomino Exhibition Executive Committee |
| Official Website | Yoshiyuki Tomino’s Origins —From Odawara to the Universe— |
| Official X | @tomino_b_point |
| Contact Us | Yoshiyuki Tomino Exhibition Executive Committee (Secretariat: Odawara City Tourism Division) TEL: 0465-33-1521 |
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Frequently Asked Questions About “The Origins of Yoshiyuki Tomino: From Odawara to Space”
When is the “The Origins of Yoshiyuki Tomino” exhibition being held?
The exhibition will be held from Monday, November 23, 2026 (a national holiday) through Sunday, December 6, 2026. A preview exhibition will begin on Friday, November 6, at the main venue, Odawara Castle’s Main Keep.
Where is the “Yoshiyuki Tomino: The Origins” exhibition held?
Venue 1 is the Odawara Castle Main Keep (4th-floor exhibition room), and Venue 2 is the Odawara Sannomaru Hall (Small Hall and Gallery Corridor).
What kind of exhibits will be featured at the “Yoshiyuki Tomino: The Origins” exhibition?
At the Odawara Castle Main Keep, the exhibition will explore Director Yoshiyuki Tomino’s connection to Odawara and his college years, while at the Sannomaru Hall, it will introduce the world of Tomino’s works through the themes of technology and “justice.” An exhibition featuring “G’s Reconquista” is also planned.
How much is admission to the “Yoshiyuki Tomino: The Origins” exhibition?
As of now, admission fees and ticket information have not been posted on the official website.
Who should I contact regarding the “Yoshiyuki Tomino: The Origins” exhibition?
Please contact the Yoshiyuki Tomino Exhibition Executive Committee (Secretariat: Odawara City Tourism Division) at TEL 0465-33-1521.
Please check the official website.
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