Saka Mikami's manga, The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity, will celebrate its fifth serialization anniversary with a large-scale exhibition touring Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka.
Saka Mikami’s acclaimed manga, The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity, will commemorate its fifth serialization anniversary with a large-scale exhibition across three key cities in Japan: Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka. This announcement was made by Anime Corner on September 14, 2026. The exhibition, titled The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity 5th Anniversary Exhibition, will feature an impressive collection of original artwork celebrating pivotal moments from the series.
The anniversary exhibition will be held in the following locations:
This comprehensive tour provides fans with a unique opportunity to engage with the artwork and celebrate this significant milestone in person.
Visitors to the exhibition will receive a randomly selected mini illustration board as a souvenir. There are seven newly drawn designs by Mikami available for attendees, enhancing the interactive aspect of the event and allowing fans to bring home a tangible piece of the series they cherish.
Saka Mikami's The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity began serialization on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket manga platform in October 2021. The series has quickly risen in popularity, surpassing 10 million circulating copies by December 2025 and releasing 17 volumes as of September 9, 2026. The manga is also available in English through Kodansha.
The narrative follows Rintaro, a second-year student at Chidori High, an institution known for its struggling students. As he navigates academic and personal challenges, Rintaro's friendship with Kaoruko, a student from a prestigious girls' school, adds complexity and charm to the story. The series has resonated deeply with readers in Japan and has gained international acclaim through its anime adaptation by Studio CloverWorks.
This expansive exhibition marks Saka Mikami's first major showcase of artwork, representing a celebration of the manga's success and its growing fanbase. Given the magnitude of the occasion, it is expected to attract significant attention from both local and international fans. The exhibition not only highlights the ongoing impact of The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity on the anime and manga landscape but also provides an invaluable opportunity for fans to connect with the creator’s work and commemorate a series that has left a lasting mark on the community.
What this means for fans is a chance to engage directly with the artwork, celebrate a beloved series, and reflect on its significant journey over the past five years.
For more on The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity and related events, explore our articles on the anime adaptation by CloverWorks and recent projects announced for My Hero Academia and Katekyo Hitman Reborn!.
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