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Mickey: The True Original and Beyond 2020-2021

Looking into Mickey's evolution from 1928 into the future

Kim   - 1 min read
Venue : Mori Arts Center Gallery When : Oct 30th - Jan 11th 2021, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Innovation, creativity, imagination, and storytelling were four key principles of Walt Disney, and since the release of Steamboat Willie back in 1928 Mickey Mouse has encompassed those values. A special event at the Mori Arts Center Gallery looks into Mickey's evolution, and how the cartoon classic has managed to stand the test of time.

The event will comprise of three sections, which include "Origin", "Modern: The True Original", and "Future: & Beyond". The latter section is an original project of the Japanese exhibition, which will feature the work of five Japanese artists.

Getting there

Tokyo's Mori Arts Center Gallery is located three minutes on foot from Roppongi Station, on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. The closest exit is 1C.

If you're driving to the venue, take the Shibuya Exit from the Tokyo Metropolitan Expressway. The gallery is around a 10 minute drive from there. Parking is available at Roppongi Hills at a cost of 600 yen per hour, up to a maximum of 3000 yen per day. More details about parking can be found on the Roppongi Hills website.

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