A new exhibition dedicated to Pingu, the beloved stop-motion animated penguin, is heading to Tokyo in the summer of 2026. "Not Just Cute!? Pingu Exhibition" will be held at YURAKUCHO MUSEUM — a new exhibition space launching inside Tokyo International Forum — from July 10 (Friday) to September 6 (Sunday), 2026.
About Pingu
Pingu is a stop-motion animation created by Swiss filmmaker Otmar Gutmann. The test film that became the prototype for the series was made in 1980, and 2025 marks the 45th anniversary of that milestone. Since the TV series began broadcasting in 1990, it has aired in over 155 countries and territories worldwide, and the warm, humorous stories of the young penguin Pingu and his friends have been loved by audiences of all ages around the globe.
- Official website: https://www.PINGU.jp/
- Official Instagram (@PINGU_jp): https://www.instagram.com/PINGU_jp/
- Official X (@PINGU_jpn): https://x.com/pingu_jpn
- Official YouTube (@PINGU): https://www.youtube.com/@PINGU
What to Expect at the Exhibition
Taking an "amusement park" as its concept, the exhibition showcases valuable clay models actually used in the original animation production alongside a range of other materials. Visitors can discover new sides of Pingu through interactive elements highlighting the character's rich facial expressions, unique movements, and the surprisingly communicative "Pinguish" language. Photo spots let visitors step into Pingu's world, and hands-on activities invite a more physical way of engaging with the show's universe.
Event Details
| Exhibition name | "Not Just Cute!? Pingu Exhibition" |
| Dates | July 10, 2026 (Friday) – September 6, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Venue | YURAKUCHO MUSEUM |
| Address | 3-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005 (Tokyo International Forum B1F) |
| Organizer | Sony Creative Products |
Ticket information and further details will be announced in mid-May 2026 via the official exhibition website and social media channels.
- Official exhibition website: https://pingu-exhibit26.jp
- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pingu_exhibit26/
- Official X: https://x.com/pingu_exhibit26
Access
By JR
- 1-minute walk from Yurakucho Station
- 5-minute walk from Tokyo Station (connected via underground concourse from Keiyo Line Tokyo Station to B1F)
By subway
- Yurakucho Line: Yurakucho Station (connected via underground concourse B1F)
- Hibiya Line: 5-minute walk from Ginza Station / 5-minute walk from Hibiya Station
- Chiyoda Line: 5-minute walk from Nijubashimae Station / 7-minute walk from Hibiya Station
- Marunouchi Line: 5-minute walk from Ginza Station
- Ginza Line: 7-minute walk from Ginza Station / 7-minute walk from Kyobashi Station
- Mita Line: 5-minute walk from Hibiya Station
Pingu Appears at JR Ueno Station "PLATFORM13"
Pingu content will also be shown on "PLATFORM13," a large-scale projection display spanning approximately 100 meters along one of JR Ueno Station's platforms. The footage highlights Pingu's signature expressions and playful movements.
| Location | Platform 13, JR Ueno Station |
| Period | April 27, 2026 (Monday) – May 3, 2026 (Sunday)※ |
| Hours | 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM |
※ Viewing may be restricted or broadcasts suspended without prior notice due to service disruptions or other circumstances.
