“UEDA & SASAMI”, original manga scripted by Moe Ikeda to be revealed at "MANGA in New York presented by Ginza Sony Park Project” exhibition.

 

Our esteemed director, Moe Ikeda (TAIYO Enshutsu) has written the script and directed the exhibition animation for the manga “UEDA & SASAMI” (illustrated by Hikaru Ichijo) and it will be showcased at “MANGA in New York presented” held in New York.

“MANGA in New York” is an exciting experiential exhibition featuring a fusion of Sony‘s various technologies with original MANGA specifically created for this event by six groups of Japanese artists and this exhibition is the first event organized by Ginza Park Project outside of Japan.
Visitors will be able to experience a unique and inspiring "KANDO (emotional moment)" by enjoying MANGA.

Look forward to a one-of-a-kind exhibition with a blend of Sony's unique technology and MANGA at "MANGA in New York”.

【 Exhibition Overview 】

About “MANGA in New York”

“MANGA in New York presented by Ginza Sony Park Project" is an exciting experiential exhibition featuring a fusion of Sony's various technologies with original MANGA specifically created for this event by six groups of Japanese artists; Hikaru Ichijo, Katsuya Terada, Takakurakazuki, Masanobu Hiraoka, Miku Masuda, and millennium parade.

Each MANGA titles were created based on the following themes drawn from Sony's Purpose & Values: "Pioneer," "Dreams," "Diversity," "Creativity," "Curiosity," and "Sincerity." Furthermore, by designing experiences that incorporate various Sony's proprietary technologies such as the "Tensor Valve™" odorant control technology, which links "scents" to the MANGA's story and "Active Slate" equipped with Haptics has been installed in the floor, which expands the MANGA's sci-fi feel.

During the exhibition, some live events will also be held, such as an animation workshop for children and live drawing by a world-famous illustrator. In addition, visitors can take the MANGA experience to the next level with original label canned drinks "MANGA-CAN", designed with scenes taken from the six MANGA series featured at this exhibition.

About the work involved

"UEDA & SASAMI" ■ Illustration：Hikaru Ichijo ■ Script・Direction for Exhibition Animation：Moe Ikeda（TAIYO Enshutsu）※ Secondment work ＜Synopsis＞ Ueda is living off by selling her paintings on the streets . Sasami is a hamster kept in Ueda’s stomach. They call each other 'Sasami-san' and 'Ueda,' and they were supposed to be practically inseparable...

 

Artist Profile

Hikaru Ichijo / Illustrator Tokyo native Hikaru Ichijo has been an illustrator since 2018. She aims to create graphical and wholesome illustrations, as well as color expressions that employ techniques based in printing methodologies. By deliberately omitting the facial features from her characters, she seeks to disable judgments based on conventional conceptions of attractiveness and unattractiveness. ▷Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/ichijo_hikaru_/

Moe Ikeda / Film Director Born in Tokyo and joined TAIYOKIKAKU in 2015. Moe Ikeda is known for her unique style that leaves a sense of charm in a spacious atmosphere. While primarily focusing on live-action works, she is also actively engaged in work using illustration including character development. ▷TAIYO Enshutsu site：https://taiyo-dir.jp/moeikeda/