【Sogo Museum】KAGAYA Song of the Heavens

Eternal Harmony Woven with Photographs and Videos

Auroras, like an eternal song of the heavens. Not only in the far north like Iceland, but also rare auroras observed in Japan. Night cherry blossoms and stars, the full moon in autumn, meteor showers... Following these once-in-a-lifetime sights, a starry journey begins from Japan to the world, and from the world to space.

A collection of photographs and diverse video works captured around the world will be presented. Please enjoy a new starry sky experience at the venue.

The World of Starry Skies Captured by KAGAYA, a Starry Sky Photographer and Planetarium Video Creator

KAGAYA, a starry sky photographer and planetarium video creator. In 2022, "KAGAYA Starry Sky World Exhibition",

and in 2024, "KAGAYA Starry Sky World: Gift from the Heavens" were held at Sogo Museum, inviting visitors to a beautiful

world of starry skies.

In 2026, the third installment, "KAGAYA Song of the Heavens", will be held.

[Photographic Works Capturing a Moment]

Based on the idea that "The sun, moon, stars, and clouds in the sky are constantly moving, and the scenery created by their combination is a once-in-a-lifetime encounter that can only be seen in this very moment" (from KAGAYA's "Universe in an Instant"), KAGAYA travels the world continuously photographing beautiful starry skies. In "KAGAYA Song of the Heavens", new works will be exhibited in addition to his representative works.

The new work "Everlasting Song," which serves as the main visual, captures KAGAYA's long-cherished ideal image of the aurora. In addition, visitors can enjoy approximately 100 beautiful photographic works capturing a moment of the universe at the venue.

[Spectacular Video Works]

The video work "Gift from the Heavens," which combined powerful visuals with beautiful music by manamik/Manami Kiyota, became a big topic of conversation when "KAGAYA Starry Sky World: Gift from the Heavens" was held in 2024.

In "KAGAYA Song of the Heavens," held in 2026, a new version with new images will be projected. The video will be projected onto an 8-meter large screen accompanied by manamik/Manami Kiyota's beautiful music. The time-lapse footage allows for a clearer understanding of the movement of the starry sky, changes in sky color, and cloud movements. Furthermore, with video projections utilizing not only walls but also floors, visitors can enjoy an immersive viewing experience as if stepping into the video. Why not dive into the beautiful starry sky world captured by KAGAYA through the videos?

Additionally, two new video exhibits will be added to "KAGAYA Song of the Heavens".

●A corner that projects images of the moon and water surfaces using the floor.

●A vertical video corner boldly utilizing the museum's walls.

Through a variety of video works, you can enjoy a new and unprecedented starry sky experience.

KAGAYA Profile

Starry sky photographer and planetarium video creator.

He has published numerous photo collections such as "Invitation to a Starry Night," "Hymn to the Sky," "Eternal Universe," and "Starry Nights," and is spreading a culture of familiarity with the starry sky through photo essay collections like "Universe in an Instant" and introductory books like "How to Enjoy the Starry Sky." His starry sky photographs are also adopted in elementary school science textbooks. His total SNS followers, where he posts and publishes photographs, exceed 1 million. He holds photo exhibitions nationwide. His planetarium dome video works are screened both domestically and internationally, and "Night on the Galactic Railroad," a video adaptation of Kenji Miyazawa's original work, was a huge hit with over 1 million viewers. In recognition of his achievements in popularizing astronomy and as an artist, asteroid No. 11949 was named Kagayayutaka.

*The images in this release are for illustrative purposes only, and all prices include tax.

[Konica Minolta Planetaria YOKOHAMA Mutual Use Benefit]

From Saturday, April 11 to Sunday, May 31, 2026, Sogo Museum will be distributing discount coupons for Konica Minolta Planetaria YOKOHAMA on a first-come, first-served basis. At Planetaria YOKOHAMA (a 10-minute walk from Sogo Museum), KAGAYA Studio's planetarium work "Journey of the Stars - World Edition - Special Long Version" is currently enjoying popular screenings. Please enjoy the beautiful world of starry skies in conjunction with the exhibition.

[Discount Coupon Distribution Period at Sogo Museum]

Saturday, April 11, 2026 - Sunday, May 31, 2026 (First-come, first-served)

[Benefit Details]

★For visitors to Planetaria YOKOHAMA

Special discount tickets for "KAGAYA Song of the Heavens" will be distributed in the lobby.

Presenting a special discount ticket at the museum ticket counter entitles one person per ticket to a 200 yen discount on admission.

★For visitors to "KAGAYA Song of the Heavens"

Discount coupons for Planetaria YOKOHAMA will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

*Discount coupons can be used for up to two people per general seat, offering a 10% discount on viewing fees.

Premium seats, special works, and events are not eligible for discounts.

[Special Tickets]

Special tickets for "KAGAYA Song of the Heavens" will be sold exclusively on the official online ticket website.

*Sales start: Monday, March 9, 2026, 10:00 AM (until supplies last)

◆April Ticket: 1,100 yen

This is a special April-only ticket valid until Thursday, April 30.

Sales period: Until Friday, April 10

*Exclusive to official online tickets

*For details, please check the Sogo Museum website.

[Announcement of Pre-sale for New Book "Searching for a Gift from the Heavens"]

The new book "Searching for a Gift from the Heavens" will be released by Kawade Shobo Shinsha.

It will be pre-sold at the Sogo Museum shop.

"Searching for a Gift from the Heavens" 3,960 yen

Pre-sale period: Until Thursday, April 23

A supreme guide to the heavens presented with beautiful photos and text. Enjoy starry skies from all over the world through KAGAYA's representative works!

Includes constellation explanation diagrams. Latest works also included.

https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001182.000012754.html

Additionally, during the exhibition period, the Sogo Museum shop will handle KAGAYA-related books, including the photo collection "Starry Nights," photo essay collection "Universe in an Instant," and introductory book "How to Enjoy the Starry Sky."

[Goods Announcement]

During the exhibition period, the Sogo Museum shop will handle a wide variety of KAGAYA goods.

There will also be exclusive items for sale only at the "KAGAYA Song of the Heavens" venue.

[Venue-exclusive item] Acrylic Keychain 990 yen

[Venue pre-sale item] Clear Bookmark 880 yen

[Venue pre-sale item] Clear File 440 yen

[Venue pre-sale item] Petit Pallet Clear (150-piece puzzle) 1,980 yen

[Venue pre-sale item] Tree of Sirius (Hokkaido) (300-piece jigsaw puzzle) 2,200 yen

and many more

[Exhibition Overview]

Exhibition Name: KAGAYA Song of the Heavens

Period: Saturday, April 11, 2026 - Sunday, May 31, 2026

*Open every day during the exhibition period

Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM *Admission until 30 minutes before closing.

(May change depending on Sogo Yokohama store operating hours)

Organizer: Sogo Museum

Supported by: Kanagawa Prefectural Board of Education, Yokohama City Board of Education

Cooperation: Kawade Shobo Shinsha, Konica Minolta Planetaria YOKOHAMA

Sponsored by: Sogo & Seibu

Admission Fee (tax included): No advance reservation required

General 1,400 (1,200) yen, University/High School Students 1,200 (1,000) yen, Junior High School Students and younger free

*Prices in parentheses are for advance tickets, official online tickets, and those presenting the following:

[Club-On/Millennium Card, Club-On/Millennium App]

*Holders of various disability certificates and one accompanying person can enter for free.

*Advance tickets are available until Friday, April 10, at Sogo Museum or via official online tickets.

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