Visual Museum Exhibition 'What is Stop-Motion? - The Secrets of Stop-Motion Animation' to be Held Starting May 2, 2026
An exhibition exploring the history and behind-the-scenes production of stop-motion animation.
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The SKIP City Saitama Prefecture Visual Plaza Visual Museum (Kawaguchi City) will host the exhibition 'What is Stop-Motion? - The Secrets of Stop-Motion Animation.' In recent years, the term 'Koma-dori' (frame-by-frame shooting) has become a familiar word, but its formal name is 'stop-motion animation,' which has continued to surprise and move us from the dawn of cinema to the present day. By viewing the history, behind-the-scenes production, and works of stop-motion animation, we will approach the core of its value and charm. *This exhibition may be changed, postponed, or canceled depending on the situation. [Exhibition Details] Period: May 2, 2026 (Sat) – September 27, 2026 (Sun). Venue: SKIP City Saitama Prefecture Visual Plaza Visual Museum. Opening Hours: 9:30–17:00 (Last entry at 16:30). Closed: Mondays (or the following weekday if Monday is a holiday). Admission: Adults 520 yen / Elementary and Junior High Students 260 yen (includes access to the permanent exhibition). Organizer: Saitama Prefecture. Supervision: Yuichi Ito (Animation Director). Planning and Production: Digital SKIP Station Co., Ltd.
FAQ
When will the exhibition be held?
It will be held from May 2, 2026, to September 27, 2026.
How much is the admission fee?
Admission is 520 yen for adults and 260 yen for elementary and junior high school students, which includes access to the permanent exhibition.
When is the museum closed?
The museum is closed on Mondays. If a Monday is a public holiday, it will be closed on the following weekday.