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A Decade in the Making: The 'Public School' 10th Anniversary Exhibition

In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the acclaimed 'Public School' series by Misaoh Higuchi, a special exhibition titled 'Reston Tea Room - Graduation-' is set to take place at the Ikebukuro Manga Exhibition, organized by Torico, from March 6 to March 22, 2026. This landmark event promises an immersive experience for fans and newcomers alike.

The event showcases the much-anticipated latest volume of the 'Public School' series, along with an exquisite collaboration café, making it a must-visit for enthusiasts of the title. Highlighting the emotional depth and brilliance of the works, beautiful illustrations by the artist Yoco will adorn the capacity. Moreover, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in what has become the event's centerpiece: a real-life signing session with the creator herself.

Exhibition Details

Schedule:

• - Venue: Ikebukuro Manga Exhibition
• - Dates: March 6 – March 22, 2026
• - Opening Hours: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Special entry provisions apply on March 7, with access exclusively granted to those attending the signing event.
Admission Fee: 550 yen (tax included)

• - Pre-booking is mandatory for all attendees.
• - Free admission for children under school age.
• - Admission charges are settled at the booking stage for convenience.

Time Slots

The event adopts a scheduled entry system with specific time slots for visiting:
1. 12:00 - 13:20
2. 13:30 - 14:50
3. 16:10 - 17:30
4. 17:40 - 19:00

Each session has a maximum capacity, so attendees should reserve their slots early.

Special Giveaway

All visitors will receive a unique invitation-style illustrated card (available in three designs) as a souvenir of the exhibition.

Exhibition Features

The exhibition will feature:

• - Exclusive visual posters created for the event
• - Replicas of original artwork
• - A photo display of Misaoh Higuchi and pilgrimage maps to inspiration sites
• - Character profiles detailing beloved figures from the series

Collaboration Menu and Merchandise

Attendees can enjoy special themed food and beverages as part of the collaboration café experience. Furthermore, various books related to the 'Public School' series will be available at the venue, including the newly published titles: 'Public School: With Love from Reston' and its sequel. Exclusive souvenir merchandise will also be sold during the event.

For every 4,000 yen spent on merchandise at the venue, customers will receive an event sticker featuring the key visual and get a chance to win unique proof sheets from the production, allowing them to engage more deeply with the artwork.

Online Merchandise Availability

Online pre-orders for event-exclusive merchandise will commence from February 19, 2026, until March 22, 2026. Distribution for these products is scheduled for early May 2026, but early sold-out conditions might change availability.

Real-Life Signing Event

An exciting aspect of this celebration is the real-life signing event on March 7, where fans can engage with Misaoh Higuchi directly.
Sign-Up Schedule:
1. Part 1: 12:00 - 13:20
2. Part 2: 13:30 - 15:00
3. Part 3: 16:00 - 17:20
4. Part 4: 17:30 - 19:00
Note that this signing event has already reached its participant limit.

This exhibition not only honors a decade of creativity but also invites fans to connect and celebrate the milestones that the 'Public School' series has accomplished. With heaps of carefully curated art and exclusive merchandise, this event is bound to make waves in the manga community.

For more information regarding event details and reservations, visit Torico's official site or follow them on X (formerly Twitter) @manga10_torico.