The Exhibition: Togashi Yoshihiro -Puzzle- (冨樫義博展 -PUZZLE-) is a special exhibit held in Tokyo from October 28, 2022 to January 9, 2023. Merchandise from the exhibition has also been sold on JUMP SHOP and Jump Characters Store.
The exhibition was held in Mori Arts Center Gallery (52F, Roppongi Hills Mori Tower) in Tokyo and was organized by EXHIBITION: TOGASHI YOSHIHIRO -PUZZLE- Production Committee with Weekly Shonen Jump Editorial Department's cooperation. It was sponsored by Kyodo Printing Co., Ltd./ eplus Inc..
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Nen Chart: Nen Types[]
The first chart revealed information about Nen Types.
A few years ago, I met up with Togashi-sensei for the first time in a long time at a certain place and thanked him. Togashi-sensei said, "right?". I can't tell you what we were talking about, but I can tell you that I have been grateful to him ever since he judged my work for the rookie of the year award.
I have been following Togashi's works since his award-winning works, and I have an image of him as a cunning author, who can change his appearance at will. He shows his ability in important places. That's why I can't take my eyes off him.
The story of Amanuma and Kurama in "Yu Yu Hakusho" gave me goosebumps. I admired the freedom of "Level E". I believe that writers can become slaves to their readers. In that sense, "Hunter × Hunter" is also free. It's cool! Congratulations on the Togashi Yoshihiro Exhibition!
Akutami Gege (Jujutsu Kaisen)
When I was once asked how to come up with an idea, I replied, "It might be a good idea to read short stories and expand them into full-length stories." I recently reread Murata-sensei's "Hetappi Manga Kenkyujo" and found that Togashi-sensei said the same thing. I couldn't stop sweating. When I read "Hetappi Manga Kenkyujo" I was probably in Junior High or High School. Perhaps I am asking for your forgiveness because I was just a kid. I am truly sorry.
I was fascinated by Togashi's approach to avoid repeating the same thing over and over again in his works. It's on a different level from ingenuity to keep the reader from getting bored. And it is not something that can be imitated overnight. It's also a cruel story that time is not the solution. How long will I be able to stay in the circle of what Togashi-sensei and his many predecessors have left behind? The answer will never come out, nor will it be "silence".
This is a series of magic that turns into a work that confirms my own lack of education and poor technique, but I would be happy if I could at least warm the pages of the magazine a little, as a prelude to the exhibition. Congratulations on the Yoshihiro Togashi Exhibition!
Sui Ishida (Tokyo Ghoul)
I don't have enough words to describe the charm of Togashi's works. So, let me tell you a personal story. I was always more interested in video games and did not read a lot of manga as a child. However, every once in a while, I would open a copy of Weekly Shonen Jump and your "Level E" caught my eye. I was so captivated by its snarky world and beautiful lines that I eagerly awaited each week for the next installment. But "Level E" was published once a month. That was the beginning of my "strong original landscape" of manga.
After "Hunter × Hunter" started to be serialized, I became even more captivated by the worldview you created. Over time, I became a manga artist. I think I had a vague idea that I wanted to be like Togashi-sensei. I would later realize that it was impossible. One day, after about three or four years of serialization, I had a chance to meet Togashi-sensei. It was like a dream come true to think that the person who had moved me so much when I was a boy was right in front of me. I was so moved that I was forced to ask for time to talk with him alone. I know it was rude of me, but I will treasure that time for the rest of my life. I can never be as good as Togashi-sensei, but as long as I live, I will continue to draw on his works and figure as a great guidepost. I will always and forever respect you.
Hirohiko Araki (JoJo's Bizzare Adventure)
Based on my way of thinking, a hero is usually drawn as a far-off, idealistic figure. The heroes that Togashi draws are friends right by your side or a realistic brother who's always there for you. I thought, "these are the best characters I've ever read."
I am proud to have been able to have a manga serialized in the Weekly Shonen Jump magazine at the same time.
"Yoshihiro Togashi Exhibition -Puzzle-" I would like to congratulate you from the bottom of my heart. Congratulations!
Koyoharu Gotouge (Demon Slayer)
Togashi-sensei, congratulations on the opening of the original exhibition. I am very honored to be able to draw this picture for you. When I was in elementary school, I read "Hunter × Hunter" and had good memories of excitedly discussing it with my friends. I really enjoyed doing the Nen Divination and wanting to know what type of ability I had, but being frustrated that nothing changed.
Even now, that I am an adult, I realize how wonderful it was to have such realistic, flowing conversations and explanations that were so easy to understand. Even for someone like me, who normally cannot comprehend detailed numerical values and difficult settings. It was very emotional and exciting.
I have learned a lot from reading and rereading the compositions based on the fascinating production and deep knowledge of the subject. I'm truly impressed by the many wonderful mangas you have created. Thank you very much!
Trivia[]
Goods sold at the exhibition use the following romanization of characters' names: Gon Freecss, Killua Zaoldyeck, Curarpikt (Kurapika), Leorio Paradinight, Hyskoa Morroh (Hisoka Morow), Yellmi (Illumi), Quwrof (Chrollo), Kcyytt (Kite), Ging, Heytun (Feitan), Matiy (Machi), Calltt (Kalluto), Chzzuk (Shizuku), and Syarnorke (Shalnark).