Seiichi Hayashi Exhibition 'Alternative Comic Salon vol.2 Garo': Artbook Released
Kenelephant Co., Ltd. will hold the 'Alternative Comic Salon vol.2 Monthly Manga Garo Seiichi Hayashi's Profile' exhibition and sale at VINYL in Tokyo Station from June 20 to July 6, 2026, offering artbooks and goods.
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Kenelephant Co., Ltd. will host the exhibition and sale event 'Alternative Comic Salon vol.2 Monthly Manga Garo Seiichi Hayashi's Profile' at VINYL GALLERY inside JR Tokyo Station from June 20 to July 6, 2026. Admission is free. The event traces the career of manga artist Seiichi Hayashi, known for his 1970 masterpiece 'Red Elegy' and his iconic illustrations of Japanese women's profiles. The venue will display and sell original art, records, and exclusive merchandise, including T-shirts (7,150 JPY), random stickers (220 JPY), and risograph posters (2,750 JPY). A highly limited 1970 theater poster for 'Onryo Chizome no Jujika' will also be available for 88,000 JPY. Additionally, a commemorative artbook (3,300 JPY) will be released. The 104-page book features a complete archive of Hayashi's 'Garo' covers, reprints of three manga works including his debut piece, and a special interview with illustrator Hisashi Eguchi.
FAQ
When is the 'Seiichi Hayashi's Profile' exhibition held?
It is held from June 20 to July 6, 2026.
Where is the event located?
At VINYL GALLERY, 1F Gransta Tokyo, inside JR Tokyo Station.
How much is the admission fee?
Admission is free.
What merchandise is available?
T-shirts (7,150 yen), random stickers (220 yen), risograph posters (2,750 yen), and limited theatrical posters (88,000 yen).
What is included in the new catalog book?
It features 'Garo' magazine cover archives, reprinted manga, and an interview with Hisashi Eguchi (3,300 yen).