Whenever you talk about Hirohiko Araki, the legendary creator behind JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, one of the first things that comes to mind is his ageless appearance. Affectionately dubbed "the man whose time stands still," Araki-sensei just turned 65 this year and is still going strong with his creative endeavors.
Recently, Araki-sensei unveiled a brand-new collection of art prints for JoJo's Bizarre Adventure at the Minnesota Street Project gallery in San Francisco's contemporary art district. The official release of a video featuring Hirohiko Araki at the exhibition has sent fans into a frenzy!
Overseas fans are absolutely buzzing, noting how Araki-sensei's decades-defying looks, combined with his poses at the event, make it seem like he's ready to unleash a JoJo Stand at any moment. His charisma is truly captivating!
(Check out the gallery's video below!)
In the video, Hirohiko Araki poses confidently with his nine newly created lenticular prints for JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, straight-up flexing! These creations are making their global debut, displayed exclusively at the venue and not available for purchase.
These nine lenticular prints utilize "lenticular lenses" to create a stunning 3D effect. This technique generates a sense of depth through binocular parallax, meaning you get the best experience when viewing them with your own eyes—cameras simply can't capture the full magic.
Each of these mind-bending 3D pieces measures approximately 1 meter wide and features iconic scenes from the protagonists of JoJo Parts 1 through 9.
But wait, there's more! The exhibition also showcases Hirohiko Araki's lithograph works, marking his first foray into this printmaking style. These pieces were commissioned by Shueisha Manga Art Heritage.
Lithography boasts a history spanning over 200 years, originally involving drawing images onto stone before transferring them to paper. Unlike the highly skilled copperplate engraving, lithography made image reproduction more accessible. However, from the 19th century onwards, artists like Edgar Degas collaborated with professional printers to create unique works only achievable through this specialized technique.
The lithographs were expertly crafted by Satoru Itatsu of the Zenpukuji Lithograph Workshop, with each piece limited to just 100 editions. Araki-sensei drew directly onto metal plates using specialized lithograph pencils and chalk, ensuring that every nuance of line thickness and the dynamic flow of his brushstrokes are faithfully preserved on paper.
After their run in San Francisco, these incredible works will travel to Kyoto, Japan, in November 2025, to be exhibited at the Higashi Hongan-ji Byakushoin as part of the "ACK 2025" art event. Simultaneously, the Shueisha Manga Art Heritage official website will launch a lottery sale, offering collectors a chance to own a piece of this history.
So, if you're looking to feast your eyes on Araki-sensei's latest creations, you can catch them in Kyoto in November 2025. Otherwise, you'll have to jet off to San Francisco for an earlier peek!
