Myths, Monsters and Manga: The Art of Fantasy in Asia
The M+ Museum presents "Myths, Monsters and Manga: The Art of Fantasy in Asia," an exhibition examining the evolution of fantasy in Asian visual culture from the 19th century to the present and its significant role across diverse creative domains.
- When
17 Oct 2026 - 4 Apr 2027 10:00 - 18:00
- Location
M+ West Exhibition Gallery
Kowloon West Kowloon Yau Tsim Mong
38 Museum Drive, West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong
Program
"Myths, Monsters and Manga: The Art of Fantasy in Asia" offers an immersive journey through the evolution of fantasy in Asian visual culture. Spanning from the 19th century to the 21st, this exhibition examines how imaginative storytelling serves as a critical tool for artists to engage with complex socio-political realities and evolving contemporary experiences. It reveals the often-overlooked connections between various creative genres and styles throughout history.
Highlights
- Four-Chapter Narrative: The exhibition traces the foundations of fantasy from pre-modern traditions such as Japanese ukiyo-e, Indonesian wayang (shadow puppetry), and Tibetan thangka paintings.
- Historical Evolution: It tracks the development of surrealism across Asia and the rise of postwar Japanese manga and anime, highlighting their impact on modern artistic discourse.
- Interdisciplinary Reach: Explore how fantasy-driven aesthetic sensibilities flow freely across boundaries, influencing fields including design, architecture, cinema, fashion, digital art, and video games in the 21st century.
Venue & Access
The exhibition is located at the M+ West Exhibition Gallery. Visitors are encouraged to travel via the MTR to Kowloon Station and walk through the pedestrian footbridge to the West Kowloon Cultural District.
Ticketing
Please refer to the M+ Museum official website for the latest ticketing information and visitor guidelines.
