The Great Capcom Exhibition – Game Creation that Charms the World (March 20 – June 22)
Since its establishment in 1983, Osaka-headquartered Capcom has evolved into a globally recognized game software developer. The company is responsible for numerous influential titles, including the Street Fighter series, which significantly shaped the history of competitive fighting games; the Resident Evil series, widely regarded as a landmark achievement in survival horror; and the Monster Hunter series, a franchise that achieved widespread social phenomenon status. This comprehensive exhibition offers an in-depth look into Capcom’s creative world, presenting planning documents, original concept art from developers, graphic works like posters and packaging, interactive installations, and insights into the latest technologies employed. Visitors will gain a unique perspective on the intricate process of game creation, appreciating the imagination and technical skill involved, thereby fostering a renewed appreciation for Japan’s prominent game culture.
The exhibition features several distinct areas. In the "Characters" section, attendees can view development materials, such as illustrations and detailed setting images, for characters featured across Capcom’s major franchises. A highlight is the "Monster Hunter Super 3D Encyclopedia," an immersive experience that showcases the developers’ creativity in realistically rendering natural environments and the monsters adapted to them. This is achieved through a combination of projection mapping and augmented reality (AR) technology applied to detailed field models representing the world of Monster Hunter.
Additionally, the "Resident Evil New Walkthrough Experience" provides an innovative installation allowing visitors to engage with the world of Resident Evil in a novel way. Images of zombies and other creatures are projected exclusively onto wall surfaces targeted by special sensors, creating a unique interactive environment. (This specific experience is planned for exhibition only at the Osaka and Tokyo venues).
Exclusive merchandise will be available for purchase. Items include clear files designed with motifs from game planning documents and collectible Kewpie® dolls dressed as iconic Capcom characters. Furthermore, attendees will find goods unique to the Osaka venue, such as an acrylic keychain featuring an Airou character costumed as "SHIP’S CAT (Muse)"—a symbol of the Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka—and T-shirts incorporating game characters within the museum’s distinctive symbol mark.
Exhibition Details:
- Period: March 20, 2025 (Thursday/Holiday) – June 22, 2025 (Sunday)
- Closed: Mondays, May 7 (Wednesday)
- Note: The exhibition will be open on Monday, April 28, and Monday, May 5 (Holiday).
- Hours: 10:00 – 17:00 (Last entry permitted at 16:30)
- Venue: Osaka Nakanoshima Museum of Art, 5th Floor Exhibition Room (4-3-1 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka City)
- Admission Fees:
- General: 3,000 yen
- University/High School Students: 2,500 yen
- Elementary/Junior High School Students: 1,000 yen
- Repeat Ticket: 5,600 yen
- Ticketing Information:
- Peak Periods: A timed-entry ticket is mandatory during designated peak periods (Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, March 20-31, April 28-May 6).
- Resident Evil Experience (Peak Periods): To access the "Resident Evil New Walkthrough Experience" during peak periods, a specific timed-entry ticket that includes this experience is required. Both types of timed-entry tickets are limited in quantity and available until sold out.
- Non-Peak Periods (Weekdays): Tickets for viewing outside of peak periods are sold as standard weekday tickets. These weekday tickets grant entry to both the main exhibition and the "Resident Evil New Walkthrough Experience" without requiring an advance time reservation.
- Repeat Tickets: Recommended for visitors planning two visits. These tickets are valid only outside of peak periods (on weekdays).
- On-Site Purchase: Only weekday tickets are available for purchase directly at the Osaka Nakanoshima Museum of Art ticket counter.
- Contact: 06-4301-7285 (Osaka City General Call Center / Available 8:00-21:00, open all year round)
- Web/SNS:
- Official Website: https://daicapcomten.jp
- Official X (Twitter): https://X.com/DaiCapTen_Osaka
What is Capcom?
Capcom Co., Ltd. is a Japanese video game developer and publisher, known for creating several influential franchises. Founded in 1979, Capcom has been a significant player in the gaming industry, producing games that have been well-received by players globally.
The company is recognized for its series such as "Resident Evil," a survival horror franchise known for its atmospheric tension and storytelling. "Monster Hunter" offers players expansive worlds and challenging creatures, fostering a dedicated fan community. "Street Fighter" is a notable fighting game series, known for its competitive gameplay and memorable characters.
Capcom’s focus on quality and creativity has established its reputation in the gaming industry. The company’s ability to innovate while maintaining the core elements of its games has contributed to its ongoing success. As Capcom continues to develop new games, it remains influential in the gaming world, attracting new players with each release.
