PHOTOS: Exhibition immerses fans in horror of manga artist Junji Ito

SEOUL, June 18 (AJU PRESS) - An immersive exhibition featuring the world-renowned horror manga artist Junji Ito opened in Seoul on Saturday for a three-month run.

The exhibition, titled "Junji Ito Horror House," runs from June 15 to Sept. 8 at Duex in Hongdae, a popular youth hotspot in Seoul.

Ito’s horror manga works have captivated readers globally. Many of his stories have been adapted into films and animations, including the anime "Junji Ito Maniac," released on Netflix last year.

The exhibition aims to have visitors experience the horror and bizarreness of Ito's works firsthand through spaces inspired by his stories. It also displays his original cartoon and animation works, as well as an interview with the artist.

A visitor takes a photo at the "Junji Ito Horror House" exhibition in Seoul, June 17, 2024. AJU PRESS Kim Dong-woo

Visitors enjoy the artworks on display at the "Junji Ito Horror House" exhibition in Seoul, June 17, 2024. AJU PRESS Kim Dong-woo

A visitor watches an interview with Junji Ito at the "Junji Ito Horror House" exhibition in Seoul, June 17, 2024. AJU PRESS Kim Dong-woo

A visitor takes a photo of Junji Ito's original works at the "Junji Ito Horror House" exhibition in Seoul, June 17, 2024. AJU PRESS Kim Dong-woo

A visitor looks at Junji Ito's original works at the "Junji Ito Horror House" exhibition in Seoul, June 17, 2024. AJU PRESS Kim Dong-woo

A visitor uses his mobile phone to watch a small artwork drawn in a box at the "Junji Ito Horror House" exhibition in Seoul, June 17, 2024. AJU PRESS Kim Dong-woo

A visitor looks at artworks on display at the "Junji Ito Horror House" exhibition in Seoul, June 17, 2024. AJU PRESS Kim Dong-woo

A visitor takes a photo at the "Junji Ito Horror House" exhibition in Seoul, June 17, 2024. AJU PRESS Kim Dong-woo

Visitors pose for a photo at the "Junji Ito Horror House" exhibition in Seoul, June 17, 2024. AJU PRESS Kim Dong-woo

Kim Dong-woo dong@ajupress.com