Ayumi Kasai Solo Exhibition "Reijin 1993-2025" to be held from Saturday, April 4, 2026!

A solo exhibition for illustrator Ayumi Kasai, who has been in charge of the cover illustrations for the manga magazine "Reijin" (published by Takeshobo) from its first volume in 1993 to the present day as it celebrates its 30th anniversary, will be held. The exhibition, titled "Ayumi Kasai Solo Exhibition Reijin 1993-2025" (organized by Vanilla Gallery), will start from 12:00 on Saturday, April 4th.

This exhibition will display over 60 carefully selected original artworks from the pieces previously published as covers for the manga magazine "Reijin," as well as newly drawn works for this event. In addition to the sale of original merchandise and reproduction prints, an exhibition-exclusive photo spot is also planned to appear.

Furthermore, a three-volume art book collection of the "Reijin" cover illustrations, including works from the solo exhibition, is scheduled to be released simultaneously in July. Pre-orders for a special boxed edition will also begin.

**[Original Merchandise]**

**Ayumi Kasai Solo Exhibition Reijin 1993-2025 Overview**

◯ Exhibition Period: April 4, 2026 (Sat) - April 19, 2026 (Sun) ◯ Business Hours: Weekdays 12:00-19:00 (Last entry 18:30) / Weekends & Holidays 12:00-17:00 (Last entry 16:30). Open every day during the period. ◯ Venue: Vanilla Gallery *Access Map ◯ Admission: Same-day ticket 1,000 yen (Same-day tickets only / Sold at the Vanilla Gallery reception) Official Website: https://www.vanilla-gallery.com/archives/2026/20260404ab.html Official X Account: https://x.com/Uzu20603216

**Illustrator Information**

**Ayumi Kasai**

Has been in charge of the cover art for the magazine "Reijin" since its first issue. The expression of "eros" that is both sensual and elegant, created by her detailed brushwork, possesses a unique worldview that continues to fascinate fans. Major works include: cover art for the "Taming the Tyrant Dragon" series (author: Nono Inukai/Tokuma Shoten), cover art for the "Ken'ai Reizoku" series (author: Yako Yako/Libre), the manga "Otoko no Hanamichi," "Ayumi Kasai Art Collection: Aphrodisiac," "Ayumi Kasai Art Collection: Nuregoto," "Ayumi Kasai Illustration Card Book: Lovers' Quarrel with Husband," and many others. An art book completely compiling the cover illustrations for the magazine "Reijin" is scheduled to be published in 2026.

**■ "Reijin" Latest Issue Information**

**"Reijin May 2026 Issue"** ◆ Release Date: April 1, 2026 ◆ Specification: Digital Edition Takeshobo Official Website Product Details: https://www.takeshobo.co.jp/book/b10161335.html

**■ Official X (formerly Twitter) SNS** [Reijin/Reijin uno!] Editorial Department: https://x.com/reijin_editor

**■ Official Bluesky SNS** [Reijin/Reijin uno!] Editorial Department: https://bsky.app/profile/reijin-editor.bsky.social

**■ Takeshobo BL Communication** An official comprehensive site for Takeshobo's Boys' Love, introducing the Reijin, Reijin uno!, Qpa, and Lovers Bunko labels. https://bl.takeshobo.co.jp/reijin/

**■ Takeshobo Co., Ltd.** Established in 1972. A publisher that handles specialty magazines for mahjong manga like "Kindai Mahjong," as well as 4-panel manga magazines, books, comics, photo books, DVDs, and more. https://www.takeshobo.co.jp/