'Behind the Models' Exhibition to be Held in Shizuoka: An Experiential Exhibition Supported by Local Model Manufacturers

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  • 'Behind the Models' Exhibition to be Held in Shizuoka: An Experiential Exhibition Supported by Local Model Manufacturers
  • Takumishuku will hold a special exhibition, 'Behind the Models,' starting June 19, in collaboration with Shizuoka's model manufacturers. The event offers opportunities to learn about and experience the plastic model manufacturing process, with an opening ceremony scheduled for June 20.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 11, 2026

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Takumishuku will hold a special exhibition, 'Behind the Models,' starting June 19, in collaboration with Shizuoka's model manufacturers. The event offers opportunities to learn about and experience the plastic model manufacturing process, with an opening ceremony scheduled for June 20.

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'Behind the Models' Exhibition to be Held in Shizuoka: An Experiential Exhibition Supported by Local Model Manufacturers (June 11, 2026), PR Times
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June 11, 2026
Takumishuku will hold a special exhibition, 'Behind the Models,' starting June 19, in collaboration with Shizuoka's model manufacturers. The event offers opportunities to learn about and experience the plastic model manufacturing process, with an opening ceremony scheduled for June 20.
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Sumpu no Kobo Takumishuku, located in Mariko, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka City (Representative: Hiroyasu Yamanashi, CEO of Sozosha Co., Ltd.), will hold a special exhibition titled 'Behind the Models' from Friday, June 19, to Monday, August 17, 2026. With the cooperation of various model manufacturers, the event will showcase the world of 'models/plastic models' that Shizuoka City, the 'World Capital of Models,' prides itself on.

To mark the opening, an opening ceremony and a briefing for the press will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony by Shizuoka Mayor Takashi Namba and Daisuke Aoshima, President of Aoshima Bunka Kyozaisha, which provided full cooperation for the exhibition. Additionally, the video production team behind the large-scale installation created specifically for this exhibition will participate to provide an overview of the exhibition and offer a tour of the Takumishuku facilities.

Venue: Sumpu no Kobo Takumishuku (3240-1 Mariko, Suruga-ku, Shizuoka City) and surrounding facilities.
Participation: Admission is free, no reservation required (free appreciation).
Organizer: Sumpu no Kobo Takumishuku (Sozosha Co., Ltd.)
Supervision/Cooperation: Aoshima Bunka Kyozaisha Co., Ltd.
Cooperation: Tamiya, Inc., Hasegawa Corporation.

FAQ

Where is the 'Behind the Model Exhibition' held?

It is held at 'Shufu no Koubou Takumiya' in Maruko, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City, and the surrounding Takumiya area.

What is the exhibition period?

It runs from June 19, 2026 (Friday) to August 17, 2026 (Monday).

What is the admission fee for the 'Behind the Model Exhibition'?

Admission is free. However, some activities, such as craft experiences in the workshop, are paid.

Which companies are collaborating?

Aoshima Bunka Kyozai Co., Ltd. is providing supervision and collaboration, while Tamiya Corporation and Hasegawa Corporation are also collaborating.

Is a reservation required?

Basically, no reservation is required for free viewing. However, for some paid craft experiences, we recommend making a reservation due to limited capacity.