Hankyu 17-Bangai, a shopping complex in Umeda, Osaka, is hosting a special exhibition of Takarazuka Revue stage costumes from Thursday, August 20, 2026 through Tuesday, March 16, 2027.
Continuing from last year, this exhibition changes its theme partway through the run: the first half spotlights costumes themed around Takarazuka's stage plays, while the second half turns to costumes inspired by its revues. Through the costumes on display, visitors can take in the expressive beauty and the appeal of the story worlds unique to Takarazuka Revue.
Throughout the run, the spiral staircase inside the complex will also be decorated with special artwork inspired by Takarazuka Revue scenes, letting visitors enjoy the world of Takarazuka Revue throughout the building alongside the costume displays.
Event Overview
Name: Hankyu 17-Bangai presents "A Heart-Stirring Takarazuka Revue Costume Exhibition"
Period: August 20, 2026 (Thursday) – March 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
Location: Various locations throughout Hankyu 17-Bangai
Hours: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Admission: Free
Organizer: Hankyu Hanshin Building Management Co., Ltd.
Cooperation: Hankyu Railway Co., Ltd., Takarazuka Revue Company, Takarazuka Creative Arts Co., Ltd., Takarazuka Stage Co., Ltd.
Note: The complex is closed on the third Wednesday of the month (closure days differ in December and January).
Note: Event details are subject to change without notice.
For more details, see the official website.
1. Stage Costume Exhibition — A Closer Look Than the Theater Allows
Stage costumes that graced Takarazuka Revue productions will be displayed throughout Hankyu 17-Bangai, letting visitors examine up close the designs and details that bring each role and story world to life.
First Half — "Costumes Themed Around Plays"
Dates: August 20, 2026 (Thursday) – November 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
Second Half — "Costumes Themed Around Revues"
Dates: November 19, 2026 (Thursday) – March 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
First-Half Lineup
Costumes from a range of productions across the troupes will be on display.
- Flower Troupe — Goethe: Music by Martin Lingnau; Lyrics by Frank Ramond; Book by Gil Mehmert; Orchestration by Sebastian de Domenico; in association with Stage Entertainment; based on the feature film "Goethe!" by Philipp Stölzl, produced and licensed by Senator Film / Warner Bros. (worn by Sea Towaki)
- Moon Troupe — RYOFU (worn by Kanato Hozuki)
- Snow Troupe — 海辺のストルーエンセ (worn by Yui Neiro)
- Star Troupe — 恋する天動説 ("The Wand'rin' Stars") (worn by Chisei Akatsuki)
- Cosmos Troupe — 愛するには短すぎる (worn by Sakura Haruno)
Note: Display contents are subject to change without notice.
Note: Details of the second-half display have not yet been decided.
2. Special Building Decoration — A Spiral Staircase Inspired by Takarazuka Revue Scenes
During the exhibition period, the spiral staircase connecting the 5th and 6th floors will be decorated with special artwork depicting scenes from Takarazuka Revue. Visiting both the costume displays and the staircase decoration lets guests experience the world of Takarazuka Revue throughout the complex.
Dates: August 20, 2026 (Thursday) – March 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
Location: Spiral staircase connecting the 5th and 6th floors, Hankyu 17-Bangai
