Dream within Dream Exhibition

Tuesdays - Sundays • 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

George J. Doizaki Gallery
244 S. San Pedro St., 1st Floor Lobby, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Free, no RSVP.

As part of JACCC’s annual summer tradition, we’re proud to present the third installment of our student anime exhibition, featuring 31 vibrant works by young artists from Kiokan High School, Wakayama Prefectural Wakayama High School, Wakayama University’s Department of Education, and anime clubs across Wakayama.

This year’s theme is “Dream (ゆめ)”—a powerful, personal concept that inspired students to illustrate not only the dreams they hold, but the emotional journeys and challenges they face in chasing them. These heartfelt pieces offer a window into the hopes and creativity of the next generation of anime artists.

The exhibition also features a special tribute to Fred Ladd, the pioneering director, producer, and writer who introduced anime classics like Astro Boy, Gigantor, and Kimba the White Lion to American television in the 1960s. Visitors can enjoy an episode of Gigantor with recorded commentary by Mr. Ladd himself, as well as a portrait of him with Astro Boy, and memorabilia curated by his children, Jennifer and Jed Laderman.

For many students, this is their first time exhibiting abroad, and their excitement shines through in every piece.

Come celebrate the next generation of anime artists, and let their dreams spark your own.

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