8 original pictures from Kamata’s manga “KATANA” will be on display through the period of the exhibition. Manga artist Kimiko Kamata has helped reignite interest in Japanese sword in Japan – especially among the younger generation – through her manga “KATANA”, which features legendary anthropomorphized swords. On June 6, master sword craftsman carrying on the tradition of sword making and a “manga” artist responsible for a renaissance in swords will host a special lecture to explain various aspects of this traditional craft along with a special luncheon served to attendants served to attendants. TOKYO - The Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo, one of Japan’s most prestigious international hotels located in Shinjuku, Tokyo, will host a special exhibition displaying original pictures of Kimiko Kamata’s manga comic “KATANA.” This exhibition is part of Japanese sword culture, armor exhibition from April 25 (Thursday) to June 27 (Thursday), 2019 in the 3rd floor lobby of our Hotel.
