MANGALOGUE : HINOTORI Special Site | MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives

HINOTORI (Phoenix): Future a manga drawn over half a century ago, is becoming a reality in 2026. In "MANGALOGUE" a new theater space where the entire audience is immersed in a single Narratives, Osamu Tezuka 's questions will be directed at you.

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In the year 3404, the Earth is on the brink of death, and humanity has built city-states deep underground to live in. Masato Yamanobe, a second-class space warrior from the megalopolis Yamato, is pursued by the authorities for hiding Tamami, the transformed daughter of the space creature Moopy.

Masato and Tamami escape to the desolate surface, hoping to seek asylum in the megalopolis of Lengud, and are led by Hinotori to Dr. Saruta 's dome. There, Dr. Saruta is conducting research into artificial life, hoping to revive extinct species. Meanwhile, in the underground city, the final war has finally broken out, and humanity has become extinct.

The year is 3404, and the Earth is under the control of "electronic brains." The Earth is dying, and humanity has built and inhabited city-states deep underground. Masato Yamanobe, a second-class space warrior from Megalopolis Yamato, is pursued by the authorities for hiding Tamami, the transformed daughter of the space creature Moopy. Masato and Tamami escape to the desolate surface, hoping to seek asylum in Megalopolis Rengudo. Guided by Hinotori, they arrive at Dr. Saruta 's dome, where Dr. Saruta is conducting his own research into artificial life in an attempt to revive extinct species. Meanwhile, in the underground city, the final war finally breaks out, and humanity is wiped out.

--Osamu Osamu Tezuka (from "Save the Glass Earth")

Osamu Tezuka

Born in 1928 and died in 1989, he was one of Japan's leading manga artists, laying the foundations for Japanese manga and television animation culture, and is known as the "God of Manga" for his groundbreaking achievements.
He brought to manga a panel layout reminiscent of cinematic camerawork, rich emotional expression, and a multi-layered Narratives structure through long stories, pioneering a new realm of expression.

https://tezukaosamu.net/jp/

event overview

title: MANGALOGUE : HINOTORI
schedule: WED., April 22, 2026 -SAT. May 16, 2026
Opening time: Each show starts 30 minutes before the performance begins.
Venue: Box1000 (Floor Map)
Organized by: MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives / TBS
Planning and Production: MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives /TBS/ Bascule Inc.
original work: Osamu Tezuka HINOTORI (Phoenix): Future
Production Cooperation: TEZUKA PRODUCTIONS Co., Ltd. *The correct spelling of the "zuka" in Osamu Tezuka / TEZUKA PRODUCTIONS Co., Ltd. is the old style.
Production Supervisor: Bascule Inc.
Direction: Cyan Suzuki
Screenplay: Takeshi Takemura
picture: mimoid
technical support: Abstract Engine

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"MANGALOGUE: Hinotori" is a new live manga experience that starts with the illustrations and words from Osamu Tezuka 's original manga "Hinotori," transforming the act of reading manga alone into a shared experience where everyone Venue shares Narratives.
In this performance, instead of turning the manga into a video or theatrical work, we will share the manga experience itself—including the flow of reading the pages, the perspective, and the process of becoming immersed in Narratives—as a live performance, allowing you to relive the process Narratives unfolding right there in the moment.

A new manga experience with a robotic arm

Navigating the experience is the robotic arm, "Astro Arm." Its camera at the tip projects its viewpoint onto a giant LED screen, diligently following the manga panels as if it were alive. While manga is usually read alone, here everyone present shares the same perspective, experiencing Narratives together.

Over 100 colored manuscripts by Osamu Tezuka brought to life on a giant LED screen

The performance will utilize over 100 newly colored original manuscripts, specially created TEZUKA PRODUCTIONS Co., Ltd. for screening in an LED theater. Based on the original black-and-white manuscripts drawn approximately 60 years ago, each sheet has been recolored by former assistants, respecting the original lines and page layout. By presenting the manga's artwork on a different scale and in a different environment than on paper, the audience can experience the power of the lines and the breadth of the colors from a different perspective than before.

cast

Astro Arm

Koichi Yamadera

Hinotori

Mari Natsuki

Masato

Yuki Kaji

Roc

Kanata Hongo

Dr. Saruta

Arata Furuta

Tamami

Ano

Hallelujah / Danuba

Yumi AraI

Naoki Matayoshi

<Performance Schedule>
WED. April 22, 2026 13:00
THU. April 23, 2026 13:00 / 16:00 / 19:00

Yasufumi Terawaki

<Performance Schedule>
Fri, May 15 13:00 / 16:00
SAT. May 16th 13:00 / 16:00 / 19:00

Mari Hanafusa

<Performance Schedule>
April 25th SAT. 13:00 / 16:00
SUN. April 26th, 13:00 / 16:00
TUE. April 28th, 13:00 / 16:00
WED. April 29th 13:00 / 16:00
Thu, Apr 30, 13:00 / 16:00

Yuta Furukawa

<Performance Schedule>
SUN. May 10th: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
May 11th MON. 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00 / 19:00
TUE. May 12th: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00 / 19:00

Hayato Komori
(GENERATIONS)

<Performance Schedule>
SAT. April 25th 10:00
April 28th TUE. 10:00
Wednesday, April WED. 10:00
Thu, Apr 30 10:00
Fri, May 1 16:00 / 19:00
May 2nd SAT. 16:00
FRI., May 8th, 13:00 / 16:00
Sat, May 9 10:00 / 13:00
WED. May 13th 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00 / 19:00
Thu, May 14, 16:00 / 19:00

Mai Shinuchi (former Nogizaka46 member)

<Performance Schedule>
Friday, April 24th FRI. 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
Fri, May 1 10:00 AM / 1:00 PM
May 2nd SAT. 10:00 / 13:00
May 4th MON. 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
Friday, May 8th FRI. 10:00
Sat, May 9 16:00
Thu, May 14, 10:00 AM / 1:00 PM
Fri, May 15 10:00
SAT. May 16th 10:00

Kazuma Chiba (playing Cedric Diggory in the stage production of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child")

<Performance Schedule>
SUN. 10:00
SUN. May 3rd: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
TUE. May 5th: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
Wed, May 6 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

<Schedule of appearances for the role of Mr. Takahashi >
Sat, May 9 13:00 / 16:00
Wednesday, May WED. 13:00
Thu, May 14 13:00

Sotaro Ito

<Performance Schedule>
Wednesday, April WED. 13:00
Friday, April 24th FRI. 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
April 25th SAT. 13:00 / 16:00
SUN. April 26th, 13:00 / 16:00
WED. April 29th 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
Fri, May 1 10:00 AM / 1:00 PM
SUN. May 3rd: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
TUE. May 5th: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
Wed, May 6 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
SUN. May 10th: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
May 11th MON. 19:00
TUE. May 12th, 19:00
WED. May 13th 10:00 / 16:00 / 19:00
Thu, May 14 19:00
May 16th SAT. 19:00

Ryoji Sasamoto

<Performance Schedule>
THU. April 23rd: 13:00 / 16:00 / 19:00
SAT. April 25th 10:00
SUN. 10:00
TUE. April 28th: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
Thu, Apr 30 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
Fri, May 1 16:00 / 19:00
May 2nd SAT. 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
May 4th MON. 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
FRI., May 8th: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
Sat, May 9 10:00
Monday MON. 11th 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
TUE. May 12th: 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
Thu, May 14 10:00 AM / 4:00 PM
Fri, May 15 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00
SAT. May 16th 10:00 / 13:00 / 16:00

schedule

-No performance

<After-talk>

SUN. April 26, 2026, after the 4:00 PM performance:
Mari Hanafusa, Suzui Cyan (Director), Maya Makino (MoN Takanawa Planning Director)

TUE. April 28, 2026, after the 4:00 PM performance:
Mari Hanafusa, Maholo Uchida (Artistic Director of MoN Takanawa)

ticket

Ticket prices

General admission: 4,500 yen / 5,500 yen / Under 25: 4,500 yen /
Children under elementary school age: 3,000 yen

*All prices include tax.

*Prices vary depending on the event date.

*Tickets for those under 25 and elementary school age and younger can only be purchased through the official MoN Takanawa ticket agency (Fever) or MoN Takanawa Ticket.

*Children under 4 years old are not permitted to enter.

*Please note that due to unavoidable circumstances, the performers and schedule may change.

*Please note that refunds and transfers to other performances are not possible except in the case of performance cancellation. Please apply with this understanding.

*Please be sure to bring your ticket with you when entering. You will not be admitted if you do not have a ticket, regardless of whether you forget it, lose it, or for any other reason. Please note that we cannot provide refunds or reissue tickets.

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Notes for viewing the film

- Due to the nature of the production, loud noises and strong lighting are used, and in some scenes, light may shine directly into your eyes. Please be careful if you are sensitive to glare.

Narratives includes depictions of war, such as atomic bombs and hydrogen bombs.

This work is based on the original novel published in 1967 and includes some expressions that reflect the historical context of that time. Respecting the original expression, the content is used as it was at the time of publication.

Subtitle support information

To allow more people to enjoy this performance, we will be providing barrier-free Japanese and English subtitles free of charge.

<Japanese accessibility subtitles>
We lend out tablets with Japanese accessibility subtitles for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.

*Japanese subtitles + text display of sound effects, etc.

<English subtitles>
We lend out tablets for English subtitles.

Performances with subtitle support

Thu, Apr 30
[1] 10:00 / [2] 13:00 / [3] 16:00

Fri, May 1
[4] 10:00 / [5] 13:00 / [6] 16:00 / [7] 19:00

Wed, May 6
[8] 10:00 / [9] 13:00 / [10] 16:00

Sat, May 9
[11] 10:00 / [12] 13:00 / [13] 16:00

Thu, May 14
[14] 10:00 / [15] 13:00 / [16] 16:00 / [17] 19:00

Fri, May 15
[18] 10:00 / [19] 13:00 / [20] 16:00

How to apply [Advance reservation required]

Please submit the following information (①-⑤) to the subtitle support desk by email by 3 PM the day before your desired performance.

① Desired performance number
②Number of users
③ Name (phonetic spelling)
④ Contact information for the day (mobile phone number or email address)
⑤ Address
⑥ Other requests

*We require you to present a photo ID for identity verification when borrowing an item.

*Service fee: Free
On the day of rental, we will temporarily collect a 5,000 yen cash deposit. This will be refunded upon return of the rental.
If you present your disability certificate, no deposit is required.

*In the event of loss or damage to your device, you may be required to bear the actual cost of repair or replacement. Please be aware of this in advance.

*Subtitles will automatically appear on the subtitle tablet (iPad mini).

*Subtitle support is created based on the performance script.

*Please note that the number of tablets available for loan is limited.

*Even if you do not apply by 3 PM the day before, you may still be able to borrow a tablet device on the day if one is available.

*Please check with the reception desk regarding tablet rentals on the day of your visit.

Application and Inquiry Contact Information

Subtitle support desk (within Realize Co., Ltd.)
mangalogue-sp@realize-888.co.jp

goods

Newly colored manuscripts and original goods utilizing the world of the black-and-white manga from "MANGALOGUE : HINOTORI will be available at the special shop Venue. The lineup features visuals selected from over 100 pages of colored manuscripts and symbolic motifs from Narratives, creating a unique selection for this work.

This collaboration brings together Osamu Tezuka HINOTORI (Phoenix): Future with the artistic expression of artist Yuko Higuchi, resulting in merchandise that reconstructs the original work's motifs. Characters from each world intersect, creating items that inspire the imagination of a new "Narratives."
This product will be sold exclusively to ticket holders at a special shop set up Venue.

*Please note that there are quantity restrictions on the "MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Artist Yuko Higuchi" product.

*The sales method may change depending on the circumstances.

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Various T-shirts

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Large handkerchiefs and tote Hinotori, and more.

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Thermos bottle and Robita Heart glass cup

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Product Lineup

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Various T-shirts

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Large handkerchiefs and tote Hinotori, and more.

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Thermos bottle and Robita Heart glass cup

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Product Lineup

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Various T-shirts

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Large handkerchiefs and tote Hinotori, and more.

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Thermos bottle and Robita Heart glass cup

MANGALOGUE: Hinotori x Yuko Higuchi
Product Lineup

We offer exclusive items for "MANGALOGUE: Hinotori" as well as merchandise featuring symbolic motifs from Narratives.
Please see our online shop for our complete product lineup.