[Shiroibuta LLC] Hiroko Oda Solo Exhibition “Uncles and Friends from Around the World” (November 9-16, 2025) Held at Farm to Home (Komagome Station on the Yamanote Line). Exhibiting illustrations and art books of charming uncles drawn from her travels around the world. [Some days the artist will be in the gallery]
Shiroibuta LLC Press Release: October 20, 2025 Hiroko Oda’s solo exhibition “Uncles and Friends from Around the World” (November 9-16, 2025) will be held at Farm to Home (Komagome Station on the Yamanote Line). It will feature illustrations and art books of charming uncles drawn from her travels around the world. [The artist will be present on select days.] Manga artist Hiroko Oda will be holding an exhibition titled “Uncles and Friends from Around the World.” The exhibition will feature related merchandise, books, and art books for sale, and related events will be held. The artist will be present and available for photo shoots and interviews. Image
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representative past works. Time spent chatting with friends is irreplaceable for everyone. Enjoy watching these uncles show their true selves, different from their work or home selves. The artist will be present (except Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th) and will be giving away autographs, portraits, and more. Please come and visit. *Schedules may change suddenly, so please follow us on various SNS (instagram,X,Facebook) About the “Uncles of the World” Illustration Series
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-6a2db94accd30a0e95a915eeaf309f80-1759×2462.png Arnab (India) riding the family motorcycle Manga artist Hiroko Oda continues to draw this series on the theme of “Uncles from around the world, all different, all the same. — Diverse cultures, food, clothing, and shelter. But similar thoughts, expressions, and human activities.” The illustrations feature charming older men from all over the world, mainly people the author met during his travels.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-9fff3a3d0d673c748c5f368ca05096a5-1752×2487.png Falconer Lakhat (Kazakhstan)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-52601829007a97895d0624b1c5775c2f-1745×2477.png Heinz eating Schweine Hachse (Germany)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-52c524b0ce612192243ca3c39c98c4d3-1904×2700.png Yuri (Russia) brings paintings to life The home cooking, clothing, and lifestyles rooted in each region… While depicting the diverse cultures of each country, the film also expresses the unchanging human lifestyles that transcend national and regional boundaries. These men sometimes sport cheerful smiles, sometimes serious looks, and sometimes affectionate gestures. Each person’s way of life and richness of life are reflected in their expressions. Even though each person is completely different, they all share a certain charm.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-68634e960c3583cdb46a296e81ec2935-1773×2481.png Johannes Muteba (Congo) of the Sapeur fashion group
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-ee10530e06347262ea0bea48e2adc033-1753×2250.png Muhammad (Morocco) shows his old skills
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-6b2b84e75c5d37b61f0c62a1e508d50a-1749×2176.png Mariachi Mario (Mexico) singing with his friends Try to find your favorite uncle. Event overview Dates: 9th (Sun) – 14th (Fri), 11:00-18:00. Absent on 15th (Sat) and 16th (Sun) If you would like to meet the artist, please make a reservation in advance by email (info@odahiroko.jp). *Schedules may change suddenly, so please follow us on various SNS (instagram,X,Facebook) *The venue will be open as a cafe, so please make one order when visiting. Related Events November 9, 2025, 12:00-12:30 PM Talk Event “Uncles and Friends from Around the World” *No reservations required, free Exhibition Contents 6 New Illustrations (Theme: “Uncle and Friends”) Exhibition of past works
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-2688025a468718433445efcafc4328e6-1260×1785.jpg Sales: Art books, mugs, tote bags, calendars, postcards, and other related merchandise, as well as Hiroko Oda’s past books, will be on sale. Artist profile
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-cc1b422c00faf659d6073303a95e7b7b-1365×2048.jpg Photo by @mabataki_foto Hiroko Oda Manga artist and culinary expert. Her works include “A Journey Through Home Cooking Around the World,” “A Woman’s Journey Through the Trans-Siberian Railway,” and “Childcare Around the World.” She has written numerous articles, including “Comparing the two, I felt a sense of relief in my heart.” She writes the Sankei Shimbun serial “Global Dining Trip,” in which she meticulously describes the cultures and lifestyles of various countries. She also hosts the cooking event “World Home Cooking Trip,” promoting cross-cultural exchange through cooking. He has also expanded his international activities, giving lectures at Africa’s largest pop culture event, Comic Con Africa, and holding solo exhibitions in Bulgaria. Venue Information Farm to Home 3-1-12 Komagome, Toshima-ku (30-second walk from Komagome Station on the Yamanote Line or Tokyo Metro) Past exhibitions
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-b6389516a732a42386a825206b59ed16-2048×1365.jpg Solo Exhibition “The World of Hiroko Oda” (June 2025 / RYOZAN PARK HOKORA)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/164507/4/164507-4-3fdf88eb08fed19884ffb263bb38c71d-1000×750.jpg Solo Exhibition “The World of Hiroko Oda” (June 2025 / RYOZAN PARK HOKORA) Interior Design and Opening Party (Performance: Manshu Komazaki) Video
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RX4dcWbO_aE Request for media coverage We would appreciate your consideration in covering or publishing this exhibition. We would appreciate it if you would introduce it in newspapers, radio, television, and online media. *We can ensure that your visit will be accommodated if you let us know the date and time of your planned visit by email (info@odahiroko.jp). Inquiries regarding this matter Shiroibuta LLC (Contact: Ogawa) 050-3396-6023 Email: info@odahiroko.jp Ojichan of the World Official Website Official website: https://odahiroko.jp Reference link “Uncles of the World Art Book” is now on sale, featuring 80 artworks from the past 10 years by an illustrator who has traveled the world. Communicating the Charms of Each Country Through Charming Men (, November 2023) For more information about this release