2nd Page The First Immersive Exhibition of the World of "Record of Ragnarok"—Special Exhibition Announced! | ANIME NEWS

Exhibition Composition

Chapters 1 and 2 will clearly introduce the story and appeal of the series in the exhibition space, accompanied by famous quotes from the characters. Precious original artwork and animation production materials such as character design sheets will also be on display.

Furthermore, Chapter 3 will delve deeper into the background of the series, using images depicted on stamps from the Postal Museum Japan’s collection to explore the art, historical figures, related ruins, and the diverse real-life models behind the characters and gods—a unique aspect of this collaborative display.

[Chapter 1: Welcome to the World of "Record of Ragnarok"]

First, visitors will be immersed in the universe of the series. This space will look back on the story and characters of the "Record of Ragnarok" anime series. Additionally, a special video corner will provide an immersive experience of the vivid world unique to animation.

・Showcase of battles from Season 1 and Season 2 of the anime
・Highlights from the upcoming Season 3 scheduled for release in December

[Chapter 2: Ragnarok—Messages from the Arena]

The compelling quotes that shake the souls of viewers, delivered by the uniquely charismatic characters, are among the key highlights of the series. The exhibition will feature symbolic displays of famous quotations and memorable lines that support the story behind numerous battles, allowing visitors to experience their emotional impact.

Furthermore, the display of valuable anime production materials, including original drawings, will provide insights into the animation creation process. In addition, as a collaboration between the series and stamps, artworks representing Hades and Qin Shi Huang (who appear in Season 3) rendered as stamp collages will also be exhibited.

・Exhibition of iconic quotes
・A must-see: public display of anime production materials (settings, original drawings, etc.)
・Characters depicted as stamp collages (Cooperation: Japan Philatelic Society Foundation)

[Chapter 3: Collaboration Exhibition with Postal Museum Japan]

Using the worldwide stamp collection of the Postal Museum Japan, the exhibition will introduce how the gods and humans who inspired the characters have been visually represented. Through comparisons between depictions of gods and great figures from past and present worldwide and their portrayals in the series, visitors can engage with deeper discoveries and fascinations of the work, diving further into its history for a more multifaceted enjoyment.

Additionally, focusing on the world map of the late 19th century, the exhibition will introduce the eras in which the real-life figures modeled after the characters lived, alongside the cutting-edge infrastructures of the time, such as telegraphs and the postal service, utilizing other historical materials from the Postal Museum Japan's collection.

・Twilight of the Gods—Depictions of mythological worlds and gods as seen on stamps
・Sovereigns of Mankind—The world-shaking rulers as seen on stamps
・The World of the 19th Century—Jack the Ripper and London, Souji Okita and Kyoto

Examples of Adam’s imagery ("Restoration of the Sistine Chapel" The Creation of Adam [detail]/Vatican/1994)