Look Back Anime Movie Exhibition Opens at Tokyo’s Azabudai Hills Gallery 

The exhibition “Look Back Anime Movie Exhibition — Kiyotaka Oshiyama: The Emotion of Lines” will take place at the Azabudai Hills Gallery in Tokyo from January 16 to March 29, 2026.

The exhibition will explore how Kiyotaka Oshiyama and his team of creators brought the original manga’s world to life, tracing the creative process and artistic dedication that shaped its transformation into an anime film.

Teaser Visual:

Look Back won hearts with its touching story that explores themes of friendship, perseverance and art. The work follows the lives of two young artistic talents, Ayumu Fujino and Kyomoto, as they navigate the ups and downs of their relationship, artistic career and personal challenges.

STAFF:
Director/Screenplay/Character design: Kiyotaka Oshiyama
Art Director: Yoshi Sameshima
Music: Haruka Nakamura
Animation Production: Studio Durian

Here’s the official synopsis:

Popular, outgoing Fujino is celebrated by her classmates for her funny comics in the class newspaper. One day, her teacher asks her to share the space with Kyomoto, a truant recluse whose beautiful artwork sparks a competitive fervor in Fujino. What starts as jealousy transforms when Fujino realizes their shared passion for drawing.

Based on the acclaimed manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, the creator of “Chainsaw Man”, Look Back captures the highs and lows of pursuing artistic excellence and the special bonds formed through creative collaboration. The heart-wrenching story is the stunning feature-length directorial debut from Kiyotaka Oshiyama that will leave you in tears and inspire you to chase your own artistic dreams.

Source: Comic Natalie

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