Overview
A lecture and talk session titled "Thinking About Figures and Japanese Culture from Akihabara" will be held on April 26, 2026 at EDOCCO STUDIO.
Japanese doll culture has been handed down through a long history — from haniwa clay figures and hina dolls to karakuri automata and festival dashi floats. Today, three-dimensional figures of anime and manga characters have also grown beyond mere toys to be recognized as part of Japanese culture.
Highlights
The event will feature a lecture on the history of doll culture, followed by talk sessions involving figure manufacturer representatives, Japanese culture specialists, and a voice actor.
The program begins at 14:00 with a lecture by Hiroaki Koresawa titled "On the History of Doll Culture," followed by two talk sessions. Speakers include representatives from Mega House, Good Smile Company, Kotobukiya, Ohami, and other companies involved in the figure industry.
Event Details
- Venue: EDOCCO STUDIO
- Address: B1F, Kanda Myojin Cultural Exchange Hall, 2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Date: April 26, 2026
- Hours: Doors open 13:30 / Start 14:00
- Admission: ¥4,000 (tax included)
- Reservation: Available on the EDOCCO STUDIO event reservation page
Recommended For
- Those who want a deeper understanding of figure culture
- Anyone interested in Japanese doll culture, including hina dolls and dashi ningyō
- Those who want to explore the connection between Akihabara, manufacturing, and pop culture
- Anyone who wants to hear talks by industry professionals and specialists
