This exhibition introduces Tove Jansson (1914–2001), the creator of Moomin, who was an artist with talents in various fields including painting, political cartoons, manga, picture books, and novels.
The exhibition reviews Tove's creative world through approximately 300 items, including early oil paintings, political cartoons from around World War II, original drawings and sketches from Moomin novels and comics, and personal belongings. It also explores the charm of the Moomin series, which deeply reflects her life.
Weekday-Exclusive Visitor Perk: Sticker Distribution! Fukuoka venue will present an original sticker on weekdays during the exhibition period. Applicable period: July 4, 2026 (Sat) – August 30, 2026 (Sun), weekdays only. *Limited daily quantity and first-come-first-served basis. *Available to ticket holders only (not applicable to preschoolers).
'Moomin × Hotel New Otani Hakata' Collaboration Menu To commemorate the exhibition, collaboration menus will be provided at the restaurant and cafe within the Fukuoka Art Museum operated by Hotel New Otani Hakata.
- 2F 'Restaurant Prunus' - Moomin European-style Meatball Curry (with fan) - 2,600 yen - Snufkin Tent Tortilla (with fan) - 2,000 yen - [July only] Moominmama Homemade Salmon Burger (with fan) - 2,500 yen - [August only] Little My Salmon Burger (with fan) - 2,500 yen - Moomin Valley Starry Sky Frappe (with fan) - 1,600 yen
- 1F 'Cafe Aquam' - Moomin Valley Forest Drops / Moomin Valley Forest Berry Soda (with 1 acrylic coaster each) - 1,300 yen each - Moomin Float (with 1 acrylic coaster each) - 1,500 yen each
Event Overview Period: July 4, 2026 (Sat) – August 30, 2026 (Sun) Location: Fukuoka Art Museum, Special Exhibition Room Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Closes at 8:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays) Closed: Mondays (If a public holiday falls on a Monday, the museum will be open and closed on the following weekday)
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- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: Event
- Organizations: KBC / NISSHA / S2