20th Anniversary Gintama Exhibition - Gathering of Hatachi - Okayama Venue

"Gintama" is a popular manga by Hideaki Sorachi that began serialization in "Weekly Shonen Jump" in December 2003. Set in a fictional Edo, the action-packed story of the sweet-toothed and reckless samurai Gintoki Sakata, who solves various cases brought to Yorozuya with his friends Shinpachi Shimura and Kagura, concluded its serialization in 2019. Supported by many fans through the TV anime series and other media mix, this work celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2023.
Now, in order to celebrate with everyone who has supported the series up until now, we are holding the "20th Anniversary Gintama Exhibition - A Gathering of 20 Years". The exhibition will be packed with the charms of the series, including Sorachi's handwritten manuscripts and an original photo spot for this exhibition, so that everyone can gather, talk, laugh, cry, and have fun.
Please come and visit this exhibition celebrating the memorable 20th anniversary of "Gintama," which continues to be loved by many people today.

*Information regarding this exhibition is subject to change without notice.

This exhibition requires designated dates and times for all days.
You must specify the admission session (date and time) when purchasing.
As the number of tickets is limited, they may be sold out depending on the sales situation. We recommend that you purchase your desired session as soon as possible.
Please purchase your tickets in advance before coming to the event.

Tickets are available at advance and same-day prices.
If you purchase by 23:59 on the day before the day of entry, the advance price will apply, but if you purchase after midnight on the day of entry, the same-day price will apply.

• * Tickets with "goods included" will only be sold through Lawson Ticket. They will not be sold at the venue.
• ◆Up to one preschool child may be admitted free of charge per ticket-holding parent/guardian aged 18 or over.
• ◆One person aged 18 or over may accompany one customer who has a disability certificate and ticket as a "caregiver" free of charge. If a caregiver is accompanying a customer, the person with the disability certificate must present their purchased ticket and disability certificate to staff upon entry. There is no need to purchase a ticket for the caregiver.
• *However, please note that if you are accompanied by a free guest, you will not be able to receive special gifts or purchase merchandise.

<Ticket benefits with merchandise>

1 go measure + magnet (set of 9)

This luxurious set includes a "ichigomasu" (a Japanese sake cup), an indispensable lucky charm for celebrations, and nine advertising-style magnets of organizations and stores, including Yorozuya, that appear in the series! The "ichigomasu" is great for celebrations, and can also be used to store small items!

[Size] Box: 85 x 85 x 56 mm (height), Magnet: 60 x 60 mm
[Material] Masu: Cypress, Magnet: Magnet + Paper + PP coating

• ●Since this is a natural wood product, there will be individual differences in size, color, and wood grain.
• ●Branding is not done by machine, but by hand, one by one. Therefore, there may be slight individual differences such as light and dark and unevenness.
• ●The image is for illustrative purposes only. The actual product may differ.

• * Bonus goods are available in limited quantities and will be sold out once the specified quantity is reached.
• * Bonus goods will be redeemed at the entrance to the exhibition area.
• * Bonus goods will not be sold at the official shop.
• *The design and contents of the bonus goods may be subject to change.
• *We will not exchange bonus goods for reasons other than defective items.
• *The same content as that sold at the Tokyo venue.

• ・Information regarding this exhibition is subject to change without notice. Latest information and precautions regarding this exhibitionOkayama venue official websitePlease be sure to check before visiting.
• ・Exhibition contents, ticket types/admission fees, sales products, promotional events, etc. may vary at each touring venue.
• ・This exhibition requires a designated date and time for all days. You must specify the admission session (date + time) when purchasing. As the number of tickets is limited, they may be sold out depending on the sales situation. We recommend that you purchase your desired session as soon as possible.
  For more information about tickets, check here.​

<Notes on visiting>

• ・Tickets are required for this exhibition for those aged 60 and over. For details on tickets, please seeOkayama venue official websitePlease check the ticket page and notes.
• ・Tickets for this exhibition will be sold through Lawson Ticket. Please pick up your purchased ticket at a Lawson or Ministop store before coming to the exhibition. For details on how to collect your ticket, please seeLawson Ticket HP​
• ・Same-day tickets will be sold at the venue box office only if there are any remaining tickets available at Lawson Ticket.
  ●Depending on the situation, numbered tickets may be distributed.
  ●We cannot answer inquiries regarding the sales status of same-day tickets.
  *The method for purchasing same-day tickets at the venue box office will be announced at a later date.
• ・Please be careful not to discard or lose your tickets or invitation ticket stubs, as they will be required when using the official shop. Only those who purchase tickets on the day at the venue will be given one admission certificate per person upon entry. Please keep the admission certificate in a safe place as it will be required when using the official shop.
• ・Visitors will receive a special gift of "Pocket tissues with an "Adult Teachings" sticker (9 types in total, chosen at random). One will be given at random to each person who has a ticket for this exhibition (invitation tickets are also accepted).
• ・Defective visitor benefits can only be exchanged on the day of your visit.
• ・Preschool children and their attendants admitted free of charge will not be given special visitor benefits. In addition, they will not be able to purchase merchandise at the official shop. For details on free admission, check here.​ ​for more information.
• ・In order to prevent inconvenience to local residents and accidents, we strictly prohibit customers with tickets from coming the day before or early in the morning, including staying up all night.
  *The organizer is not responsible for any accidents or troubles caused by staying up all night or arriving early in the morning.
• ・This exhibition does not have a rotation system. If excessive congestion is observed due to the viewing situation of customers in the venue, we may be forced to restrict admission. Please note that you may have to wait before entering.
• ・If you arrive at the venue late for the entrance time printed on your ticket, you may be denied entry on the day. In such cases, tickets will not be refunded. However, if you are late for the entrance time printed on the ticket due to unavoidable reasons such as delays in public transportation, the response will differ depending on the reason. Please follow the instructions of staff on the day.
• ・Wheelchair users and people with disabilities may be given priority entry at the discretion of staff.
• ・Your belongings may be checked upon entry. To protect the exhibits and ensure operational safety, the following items are prohibited from being brought into the venue.
  (1) Suitcases, carry cases, carts, and other wheeled luggage, as well as large luggage
  (2) Fire, odorous materials, fresh flowers, and other perishable items
  (3) Selfie sticks, imitation swords, and other long objects
  (4) Plastic bottles, water bottles, and other food and drink *Except if they can be stored in your own bag or pouch before entering.
  (5) Anything that the organizers deem dangerous or that may cause inconvenience to other customers
  *We also cannot store luggage. Please use the coin lockers at the station or AEON Mall Okayama.
• ・To protect the exhibits, umbrellas are not permitted to be brought into the venue. Please be sure to use the umbrella stand at the venue. The organizers will not take any responsibility for theft, pickpocketing, loss, etc.
• ・Pets are not allowed to enter (excluding assistance dogs such as guide dogs, hearing dogs, and service dogs).
• ・This exhibition is eligible for a 2-hour free parking service. Please present your parking ticket or bicycle parking ticket to staff at the venue.
• ・Parking tickets and bicycle parking tickets for this exhibition cannot be used for more than two hours per ticket.
• ・The service provided at this exhibition or at designated parking fee service stores is limited to one per parking ticket or bicycle parking ticket.
• ・Cannot be used only at official shops. The official shop is located at the end of the venue, so you cannot use the official shop first. Also, you cannot return to the exhibition hall from the official shop.
• ・This exhibition may be canceled at short notice due to natural disasters, epidemics, unforeseen accidents, etc.
• ・When visiting the venue, please read the precautions and follow the instructions and guidance of staff. Any behavior that causes inconvenience to other visitors is strictly prohibited.
  If you do not follow the amulets, you may be denied entry or asked to leave. The organizers will not be held responsible for any accidents that occur as a result of not following the instructions of the staff.
• ・Please note that if you do not have your ticket or admission certificate due to loss or forgetting, you will not be able to enter the venue, receive special merchandise, or use the official shop.
• ・To ensure that customers have a fair chance to purchase, some products will be sold at the register.
• ・The organizers will not be held responsible for any theft, pickpocketing, or loss, even within the venue or surrounding areas. Please take care of your luggage and valuables yourself.
• ・All exchange (giving and receiving) and buying and selling activities related to this exhibition are strictly prohibited in and around the venue facilities. The organizer will not be held responsible for any troubles between customers that may arise due to these actions.

<Notes on viewing>

• ・The exhibition area is one-way. Please move around in a way that does not disturb other visitors.
• ・Depending on the queue to enter and the congestion inside the venue, we may ask people to share the exhibit with others.
• ・Please observe the barrier area under your feet while viewing the exhibits. Stepping inside the barrier area, or crossing the barrier area and placing your fingers or hands close to the forehead or exhibits, is prohibited.
• ・Photography of this exhibition is permitted only with mobile phones, smartphones or tablets, with the exception of some exhibits and the official shop.
  Please refrain from taking photos with cameras (SLR cameras, compact cameras, etc.), flash photography, the use of selfie sticks/tripods, video recording, and audio recording.
  When taking photos, please be considerate of other customers.
  *Please give priority to customers currently viewing the show.
  *During crowded times, we may ask you to refrain from taking photos to protect the works and maintain safety.
  *Please be careful when handling photos if other visitors are in the photo.
  *Photos taken are for personal use only.
• ・When using the photo spots, we ask for your cooperation in the following:
  ●Do not lean on or touch the photo spots.
  ●Please be considerate to others when taking photos.
  ●When it is crowded, we ask for your cooperation in limiting photography to one photo per group.
  ●Photography that may cause inconvenience to third parties or is dangerous is prohibited.
  ●Please follow other instructions from the staff.
• ・Please set your mobile phone to silent mode and refrain from talking on the phone inside the venue.
• ・Please do not touch any frames, exhibits, decorations (including walls), display cases, etc. within the venue.
• ・Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the exhibition hall. Please place plastic bottles, water bottles, and other food and drink items in a bag or pouch before entering.
• ・There are no restrooms on the venue grounds. Please use the facilities in AEON Mall Okayama.
• ・There are no nursing rooms or diaper changing stations at the venue. Please use the facilities at AEON Mall Okayama. check here.​
• ・There are no smoking areas within the venue. Please use the facilities within AEON Mall Okayama.
• ・We may be interviewed during the exhibition period. Contents filmed and recorded inside the venue may be published or broadcast on the source's media and SNS, etc.
• ・Once you leave both the exhibition hall and official shop, you will not be able to re-enter.

<Regarding tickets>

• ・This exhibition requires a designated date and time for all days. You must specify the admission session (date + time) when purchasing. Tickets are sold in limited quantities, so they may sell out depending on the sales situation. We recommend that you purchase tickets for the session you want as early as possible. For details on prices and tickets, please see check here.​
  *If purchasing online, you will need to register as a Lawson Ticket member (free of charge) to apply.
• ・Tickets for this exhibition will be sold through Lawson Ticket. Please pick up your purchased ticket at a Lawson or Ministop store before coming to the exhibition. For details on how to collect your ticket, please see the Lawson Ticket website.
• ・Same-day tickets will be sold at the venue box office only if there are any remaining tickets available at Lawson Ticket.
  ●Depending on the situation, numbered tickets may be distributed.
  ●We cannot answer inquiries regarding the sales status of same-day tickets.
  *The method for purchasing same-day tickets at the venue box office will be announced at a later date.
• ・Tickets for this exhibition are available at advance and same-day prices. If you purchase your tickets by 23:59 on the day before your visit, the advance price will apply, and if you purchase your tickets after 00:00 on the day of your visit, the same-day price will apply.
• ・When purchasing tickets through Lawson Ticket, various fees will be charged in addition to the ticket price. For details, please check the ticket application page.
• ・If you reserve tickets on the Lawson Ticket website and pay in store, you must pay the ticket price and various fees at a Lawson or Ministop store within the specified period. If you do not pay by the deadline, your reservation will be canceled. Please check the instructions on the screen and be sure to complete the procedure within the specified period. check here.For details on how to receive it, check here.​ ​for more information.
• ・If you are unable to purchase tickets on the Lawson Ticket website (for example, if you do not have a PC or smartphone), you can purchase tickets at Lawson and Ministop stores nationwide using Loppi. Even if you purchase tickets using Loppi, you will still need to make the payment and issue the ticket in the store. For more information, check here.​
• ・All tickets cannot be changed after purchase, including changing the date and time, ticket type, refund, or reissue.
• ・Please arrive at the designated entrance time indicated on your ticket. If you arrive earlier than the designated entrance time, you will not be allowed to enter. Also, please be considerate of neighboring facilities and other visitors while waiting.
• ・Please note that your ticket will be invalidated if you do the following:
  ・Damaged or lost tickets
  ・Ticket detachment
• ・"Time-specified admission ticket with merchandise included" will only be sold at Lawson Ticket. It will not be sold at the venue.
• ・If you have a ticket for "junior high/high school student" or "elementary school student," you may be asked to show a student ID, student handbook, insurance card, etc. Please do not forget to bring it to the venue.
• ・Middle and high school students may enter with a "general" ticket, but the difference in price and the ticket cannot be refunded. The same applies if an "elementary school student" enters with a "general" or "middle and high school" ticket. In addition, if a "general" person purchases a "middle and high school" or "elementary school" ticket, or if a "middle and high school student" purchases an "elementary school" ticket, they will not be able to enter even if they pay the difference in price.
• ・Those who meet the following criteria may enter free of charge if accompanying one ticket-holding attendee.
  ・Up to one preschool child may enter free of charge with each ticket-holding parent/guardian aged 18 or over.
  ・One person aged 18 or over may accompany one customer who has a disability certificate and ticket as a "caregiver" free of charge. If a caregiver is accompanying a customer, the person with the disability certificate must present their purchased ticket and disability certificate to staff upon entry. There is no need to purchase a ticket for the caregiver.
  However, please note that if you are accompanied by a free guest, you will not be able to receive special gifts or purchase merchandise.
• ・After purchasing tickets, transferring (selling) them to others for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited. In addition, the organizers will not be held responsible for any troubles that may arise from transferring or reselling tickets.
• ・Ticket details and notesOkayama venue official websitePlease be sure to check. Please be sure to check the details before purchasing tickets and just before your visit, as they are subject to change without notice.Okayama venue official website​
• ・Inquiries regarding tickets
  Lawson Ticket URL:https://faq.l-tike.com/

＜Regarding "Date and time designated admission tickets" and "Date and time designated admission tickets with merchandise"＞

• ・This exhibition requires a designated date and time for all days. There are two types of tickets: a "designated date and time admission ticket" and a "designated date and time admission ticket with merchandise."
• ・When purchasing a "date and time designated admission ticket" or "goods included date and time designated admission ticket", you must specify the admission session (date + time). You can only enter the designated session, and you cannot enter other sessions. For details on admission categories, check here.​
  * Depending on the situation, waiting time may occur, and admission may be delayed from the admission time zone.
• ・"Date and time designated admission tickets" and "Goods included date and time designated admission tickets" can be purchased for each session on the Lawson Ticket website or at "Loppi" machines at Lawson and Ministop stores nationwide. Please check the purchase deadline below.
  [Lawson Ticket HP]
  Up to 1 hour and 30 minutes before the start of each session. (However, if you apply by in-store payment, payment must be made at least 1 hour before the start of the session.)
  [Lawson/Ministop: Loppi]
  Admission until 1 hour before each session begins.
• ・Please check the following for details on how to purchase tickets and payment methods.
  [Lawson Ticket HP]
  https://l-tike.com/guide/pc.html
  [Loppi terminal at Lawson stores]
  https://l-tike.com/guide/loppi.html
• ・Please note that if you reserve tickets on the Lawson Ticket website and pay at the same time by credit card or carrier billing, we will not provide a refund even if the ticket is not issued by the designated entry time.
• ・You can apply for up to 5 tickets for each admission session.

<Regarding bonus goods>

• ・The "Goods Included Date and Time Specified Admission Ticket" is a ticket that comes with the right to exchange for the special goods "One Gomasu + Magnet (9 types) Set." The special goods will be exchanged upon admission.
  * Bonus goods are available in limited quantities and will be sold out once the specified quantity is reached.
  * Bonus goods will not be sold at the official shop.
  *The same content as that sold at the Tokyo venue.
• ・When you purchase a "date and time specified admission ticket with merchandise" and issue it at Lawson Ticket, a "date and time specified admission ticket with merchandise" and a "bonus goods exchange ticket" will be issued at the same time. Please bring both the "date and time specified admission ticket with merchandise" and the "bonus goods exchange ticket" to the venue. Bonus goods cannot be given to you with just the "date and time specified admission ticket with merchandise". Be sure to bring the "bonus goods exchange ticket" to the venue.
• ・At the entrance to the venue, staff will check both your "date and time designated admission ticket with merchandise" and your "bonus merchandise exchange ticket." The stub of the "date and time designated admission ticket with merchandise" will be returned to you. All "bonus merchandise exchange tickets" will be collected in exchange for merchandise. Please confirm with staff the number of "bonus merchandise exchange tickets" and the amount of "bonus merchandise."
• ・The number of bonus goods is limited, so sales will end as soon as the specified number is reached. Sales may end during the advance sale period, so please purchase as soon as possible.
• ・If you are unable to attend the event due to personal reasons, you will lose the right to exchange the goods for the "Time-specified Admission Ticket with Goods." Individual shipping services will not be available during the event.
• ・The design and contents of bonus goods are subject to change.
• - Bonus goods will not be exchanged for reasons other than defective items.

<General notes regarding official shops and goods>

• ・You cannot use the official shop alone. The official shop is at the end of the venue, so you cannot use the official shop first. Also, you cannot return to the exhibition area from the official shop.
• ・Admission to the exhibition (purchasing a ticket) does not guarantee you the opportunity to purchase all products. Although we will prepare sufficient quantities of products, they may sell out or be on backorder.
• ・We will restrict entry to the store when it is crowded. Please note that there may be a waiting time before entering the official store.
• ・Depending on how busy the store is, you may have to wait before you can purchase items, even after entering the store.
• ・Please be careful not to lose your admission ticket stub (or admission certificate) as we will check it when you pay. If you lose your admission ticket stub (or admission certificate), you will not be able to purchase any items.
• ・Each person is limited to one purchase per visit.
• ・Payments for multiple people cannot be made at the same time.
• ・Please refrain from taking photos and videos inside the official shop.
• ・Please refrain from purchasing products for the purpose of resale.
• ・Each product has a purchase limit. Except for some products, you can purchase up to 2 items per item, and up to 5 items for random products.
• ·For more informationOkayama venue official websiteas well asOfficial portal site merchandise page​
• ・Please do not put more items in your shopping cart than the purchase quantity limit (maximum number) in the official shop. (It is prohibited to secure a large amount of products and give them to other customers.)
• ・Please always hold the shopping basket in your hand when shopping in the official store. (Placing items on the floor before paying or shopping baskets with items inside is prohibited.)
• ・Please follow the instructions of the sales staff in the official shop. Anyone who causes trouble to other customers may be asked to leave.
• ・When purchasing a complete set (BOX product) of a random product, you cannot purchase individual items of the same type (individually).
• ・Purchase quantity limits may change before or during the exhibition period.
• ・There is no daily rate setting for the sales quantity of each product.
• ・Payment can be made at the official shop using the following methods. Transportation IC cards are not supported.
  ・Cash (Japanese yen only)
  ・Credit card payments (supported brands: VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club, Discover)
  ・Various barcode payments (Alipay, au Pay, DOCOMO's payment services (d-Barai), Ginko Pay, Merpay, WeChat Pay, PayPay, Rakuten Pay)
• ・You cannot combine different payment methods. You also cannot use multiple credit cards or electronic money at the same time.
  *Please be aware of the upper limit set for electronic money, etc.
• ・Please note that in the event of an unexpected communication failure, we may ask you to pay by cash only.
• ・When receiving products or change, please be sure to check with the sales staff to ensure that there are no errors in the quantity or amount. Once you leave the register, we will not be able to respond to your request.
• ・The number of products is limited. Products may be sold out when the official shop opens. After the business closes each day, the official portal site will announce the stock status for the next day. There is no real-time update of the stock status during business hours.
• ・We cannot respond to inquiries regarding inventory (current inventory quantities, expected arrival dates, etc.).
• ・We do not accept reservations or offer delivery at a later date.
• -Product release may be postponed or canceled.
• ・All product prices include tax.
• -Product lineup, product names, prices, designs, and specifications are subject to change.
• ・The color and shape of the product image and the actual product may differ slightly.
• ・After purchasing a product, returns or exchanges are not possible unless the product is defective. We also cannot respond to damage or loss.
• - In the case of replacing a defective item, we will check the receipt from the time of purchase and the actual item. If you lose your receipt, we will not be able to assist you.
• ・There is a fee for plastic bags (10 yen each, tax included). You are also welcome to bring your own eco-bag or reusable bag.
• ・Plastic bags will be sold only in the quantity needed to carry the purchased items home. (Plastic bags cannot be purchased separately.)
• ・Eco bags and my bags can only be used after purchasing products. Please place items before payment in the special shopping basket provided at the shop.
• ・Customers are responsible for packaging their purchased products. Please be careful not to forget to insert it.
• ・Products sold at the official shop were planned and produced in commemoration of this exhibition (with some exceptions).
• ・Some illustrations and exhibits are not included in the official exhibition catalogue.
• ・Please observe proper etiquette when using the official shop.
  In addition, please read the precautions and follow the instructions and guidance of staff. Any behavior that causes inconvenience to other visitors is strictly prohibited.
  If you do not follow the amulets, you may be denied entry or asked to leave. The organizers will not be held responsible for any accidents that occur as a result of not following the instructions of the staff.
• ・With the exception of some products, all items will be available for sale after the exhibition tour has concluded.
  For post-sales, the sales method may change, such as selling random specification products in sets or selling some products by order.
  Details of the products to be sold, the sales schedule, the places and methods of sales, etc. will be announced on the official portal site at a later date.

<Notes regarding ordered products>

• ・Sales of made-to-order products are by pre-order only. For customers who pre-order, preparation and shipping is scheduled to begin in early September 2025 (shipping is limited to domestic destinations).
• ・Please note the following regarding ordered products.
  ●For ordered products, please fill out the required information on the designated form at the official shop, pay the price, and reserve.
  ●If there are a large number of applications, shipping may be delayed.
  ●Additional shipping charges will be incurred for ordered items. Shipping charges vary depending on the product.
  ●Since multiple items cannot be shipped together, shipping charges will be incurred individually.
  ●It is not possible to change the product, change the number of orders, or cancel the order after payment has been made.
  ●Please fill in the shipping address and other information correctly on the order form. If there are any errors or changes to the information you have filled in, please contact the contact information listed on the copy of the order form.