Splatoon exhibition event "Splatoon Exhibition at TOWER RECORDS" at TOWER RECORDS Shibuya store from July 13!

The "Splatoon Exhibition at TOWER RECORDS," an exhibition event in collaboration with Nintendo, is being held at "SpaceHACHIKAI" on the 8th floor of the Tower Records Shibuya Store from July 13 (Fri.).

The "Splatoon Exhibition at TOWER RECORDS" is an exhibition event that looks back on the history of Splatoon. The exhibition will feature a newly drawn main visual, an oversized timeline of Splatoon's history, a prototype of the "amiibo™" figure that connects to the game, and panels full of stories about the "blades" and "gear" that appear in "Splatoon 2". The panels are full of stories about the settings of the "weapons" and "gears" that appear in "Splatoon 2".

In addition, there will be a photo spot that recreates the world in the game, as well as a merchandising corner selling goods only available at Tower Records Shibuya & Tower Records Online, making this exhibition event a must-see for Splatoon fans.

In this article, we will introduce the preview held prior to the opening of the exhibition to the public.

Report on the "Splatoon Exhibition at TOWER RECORDS" preview

Illustrations of characters from the Splatoon series were displayed on the stairs leading to the 8th floor of the Tower Records Shibuya store and at the entrance to the "SpaceHACHIKAI" exhibition venue.

Upon entering the exhibition space, visitors are greeted by a newly drawn main visual illustration.

The oversized timeline of the "Ikaasu History Exhibition Tacle," which measures approximately 15 meters in width, shows the history of Splatoon from its initial conception through the release of Splatoon on Wii U™ in 2015, Splatoon 2 on Nintendo Switch™ in 2017, and the start of the game 's distribution in June 2018, The history of Splatoon 2 can be looked back on with concept art by Nintendo's development staff and original setting material drawings, up to the "Octo Expansion" additional content for "Splatoon 2" that began distribution in June 2018.

A "development story" exhibit with commentary from development staff and a photo spot.

Some rough sketches and original illustrations that could not be included in the timeline are also on display.

▲Sketches of the original score for "Splattack!", the main theme of Splatoon, and a replica of the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (2018) and special package (2017) presented to the winning team of the Splatoon Koshien, A model of the mobile battle booth "Ikas-go" used in the memorable first "Splatoon Koshien" is also on display, along with other valuable goods.

The signatures of Splatoon series producer Tsune Nogami and art director Seita Inoue.

A photo spot where visitors can take commemorative shots with popular characters from the Splatoon series.

▲At the merchandise corner, Splatoon x TOWER RECORDS collaboration goods, the latest "Splatoon 2 Octo Expansion" soundtrack CD, and Splatoon-related books will be on sale.

Splatoon Exhibition at TOWER RECORDS" Exhibition ◆
[Period] July 13, 2018 (Fri.) - August 5, 2018 (Sun.)
Admission】Adults: 500 yen (including tax) / Students (high school students and younger): 300 yen (including tax) *Free for elementary school students and younger. No advance tickets available.
Business hours: 11:00 - 21:00 (last admission 20:30)
　On the first day of the exhibition, July 13 (Fri.), numbered admission tickets will be distributed at a special counter on the 1st floor from 9:30. On the first day of the event, general admission will begin at 3:00 p.m. for a preview for related parties before the event opens to the general public.
Venue] Tower Records Shibuya Store 8F "SpaceHACHIKAI"
1-22-14 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0041
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【Bonus】You will receive a double bonus of 1 and 2 at the entrance.

1. Poster of the main visual (A2 size)

2. Fans of the main visuals

*Admission may be restricted in case of congestion.
Collaboration goods will be sold at the Tower Records Shibuya store on the 1st floor and at the exhibition hall on the 8th floor.
Goods sold at the 1F sales floor are also available for those who do not have admission tickets to the 8F exhibition hall.
On July 13 (Fri.), the first day of the event, merchandise will be on sale at the 1F sales floor from 10:00 before the 8F exhibition opens at 15:00.

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