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Nobusawa Shuu Illustration Exhibition

The long-awaited illustration exhibition titled "Nobusawa Shuu Illustration Exhibition - BanG Dream! & VIRTUAL GIRL -" is set to take place, and exciting merchandise sales have just been announced. This exhibition features the work of illustrator Nobusawa Shuu, renowned for his character design and art direction in the popular mobile game "BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!".

This event, which will run from July 8 to July 22, 2025, at the AKIHABARA Gamers Main Store in the 6th-floor event space, promises to be a fantastic celebration of Shuu's artistic contributions. Visitors will have the chance to experience a diverse array of artwork, including original illustrations and reproduction art that showcase the current style and creativity of the artist. Notably, the exhibition will include key visuals from the event that will inspire a range of merchandise.

Merchandise Highlights

During the exhibition, attendees can look forward to purchasing various merchandise, featuring items designed specifically for this event. The sales will include newly crafted goods based on the exhibition's key visuals, as well as orders for reproduction art prints and acrylic panels of select illustrations on display. For details about these products and purchasing conditions, attendees should refer to the dedicated event page: Event Special Page.

Understanding BanG Dream!

For those unfamiliar, "BanG Dream!" is a cutting-edge girls' band project where characters and live performance are intertwined. This franchise spans multiple media, including anime, games, and real-life concerts. Bands included in the project, such as Poppin'Party, Roselia, Morfonica, RAISE A SUILEN, MyGO!!!!!, Ave Mujica, and Mugen Daisuki Myutai, actively hold live performances, making the experience vivid and engaging for fans.

2025 marks a significant milestone as the BanG Dream! project celebrates its 10th anniversary, with its mobile game "BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!" reaching 8 years since its launch. As of November 2022, the game has surpassed 16 million users in Japan. Additionally, excitement is building for upcoming anime series and content expansions, such as the continuation of "BanG Dream! It's MyGO!!!!!" and the conclusion of the "BanG Dream! Ave Mujica" series.

For more information, check out the official BanG Dream! website: BanG Dream! Official Site.

VIRTUAL GIRL @ WORLD'S END

Adding to the excitement, “VIRTUAL GIRL @ WORLD'S END,” a visual novel game developed in collaboration with Nobusawa Shuu and Bushiroad, will launch on June 12, 2025, for Switch, Steam, and PC. With a focus on intertwining themes of despair and hope, the game's narrative offers a gripping world that players can immerse in.

For further updates, follow the official VIRTUAL GIRL project's channels on X and visit the official website.

This exhibition promises to be a must-see for fans and newcomers alike, celebrating the unique artistry of Nobusawa Shuu and the dynamic world of BanG Dream! and VIRTUAL GIRL.