Maruko

I went to Tohoku History Museum (Tagajo City, Miyagi) to see Momoko Sakura exhibition.

Momoko Sakura, who passed away in 2018 at the age of 53, was one of the most popular manga artists in Japan, known by her surreal humour and heartwarming art style. I grew up reading her manga “Chibi Maruko-Chan” and watching an animated version so this exhibition made me quite emotional. My love for silly comedy was largely shaped by her works. She had also written a number of hilarious essays.

Since it’s a holiday season, a lot of people were visiting the museum. I had to skip some exhibits because long queues were formed here and there.

Not only her original manga panels, but also her childhood memorabilia such as essays and drawings from her elementary school years were also on display. It was quite interesting to learn that she had her unique style from the very beginning.

This is an adorable collection of Maru-chan at the exit. Taking photographs are only partially allowed and these are the only pics I could take.