Ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 launch of the new project, Mobile Police Patlabor EZY, an exhibition celebrating the series’ origins and evolution has been announced. The “Mobile Police Patlabor HEADGEAR+ Exhibition” will run from Friday, August 1, to Sunday, August 17, 2025, at the SPACE 7-8 event hall on the 8th floor of Yurakucho Marui in Tokyo.
This exhibition will trace how the original creator group HEADGEAR conceived and developed the iconic Patlabor franchise, centered around recently discovered and valuable materials. Featuring numerous never-before-seen documents and illustrations, this is an unmissable event for fans of the series.
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Exhibition Overview
- Exhibition Name: Mobile Police Patlabor HEADGEAR+ Exhibition
- Venue: Yurakucho Marui 8F Event Space SPACE 7-8
- Dates: Friday, August 1, 2025 – Sunday, August 17, 2025
- Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Last admission at 6:30 PM)
- Note: On August 2, 10, and 16, last admission for regular ticket holders is at 6:00 PM due to special events.
- Admission Fee: ¥1,500 (tax included)
- Preschool children enter for free.
- Tickets are available for advance purchase only through the “Ticket Pay” service and will not be sold at the venue. A separate processing fee of ¥330 applies.
A Must-See for Fans with Numerous First-Time Exhibits
The venue will feature a comprehensive timeline chronicling the project’s history from its inception to the present day. Key displays will include storyboards by Mamoru Oshii for Mobile Police Patlabor: The Early Days (Initial OVA Series) and art and design materials from WXIII: Patlabor the Movie 3.
A major highlight is the first-ever public display of rare illustrations by Masami Yuki and Yutaka Izubuchi. Izubuchi’s original artwork and high-quality reproductions of Yuki’s illustrations will be showcased, allowing visitors to feel the creative energy from the moment the series was born.
Furthermore, a selection of materials related to the upcoming 2026 project, Mobile Police Patlabor EZY, will also be revealed for the first time.
Exclusive AR Audio Conversation with Akemi Takada and Hidetaka Tenjin
Attendees can enjoy a special audio conversation between character designer Akemi Takada (HEADGEAR) and mechanic designer Hidetaka Tenjin, delivered as an exclusive Augmented Reality (AR) content.
By using their own smartphones or tablets to scan QR codes placed throughout the venue, visitors can access this unique and insightful discussion free of charge. This fan-coveted feature will delve into deep insights and behind-the-scenes stories of the production. A personal set of earphones or headphones is required.
Premium Guided Tour with Screenwriter Kazunori Ito
For three days only, Kazunori Ito, a member of HEADGEAR and the screenwriter for the series, will personally lead a premium guided tour of the exhibition.
- Dates and Times:
- Session 1: Saturday, August 2, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Session 2: Sunday, August 10, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Session 3: Saturday, August 16, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Participation Fee: ¥12,000 (tax included)
- Capacity: Limited to 20 people per session
- Special Bonus:
- A complimentary copy of the “Kazunori Ito Screenplay Collection [1] TV + NEW OVA Arc,” which will be pre-sold at the venue.
- A personal autograph from Kazunori Ito in the book.
This tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the depths of the Patlabor universe through the words of its creator. Tickets will go on sale on July 19 at 7:00 PM via “Ticket Pay.”
Advance Merchandise and Purchase Bonuses
The merchandise area (free admission) will feature the advance sale of the “Kazunori Ito Screenplay Collection [1] TV + NEW OVA Arc” (¥6,080, tax included), alongside a wide range of exclusive goods, including acrylic keychains with chibi-style illustrations and a Shinohara Heavy Industries gadget pouch.
Additionally, a variety of promotions will be available, including a special novelty gift for customers who purchase merchandise after presenting a ticket (or stub) from the WXIII: Patlabor the Movie 3 screening on August 3. Other offers include a lottery for Epos Card users and special benefits for new card members, making this a truly feature-packed event for fans.
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