Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Exhibition in Harajuku Opens with VR Ride and New Exhibits
The exhibition provides a rare physical event for the franchise's 40th anniversary, combining VR, interactive tech, and exclusive merchandise in a central Tokyo location.
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The Dragon Quest 40th anniversary exhibition "Dragon Quest the DIVE" opens July 17 at Tokyu Plaza Harajuku's Harakado, running through September 6. It features a VR ride on a Killer Panther, two new interactive exhibits (face-tracking "La's Mirror" and surprise "Dokidoki Treasure Box"), and a full merchandise lineup including a catalog, slime plushies, 11 adventure book pin badges, and T-shirts. Tickets are timed and sold on a first-come basis.
The exhibition's two new interactive exhibits were announced alongside the full merchandise lineup. "La's Mirror" uses face-tracking technology to reflect visitors as monsters, while "Dokidoki Treasure Box" simulates opening a treasure chest in a cave. The on-site shop, named "Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Item Shop," sells exclusive goods including the 11-piece adventure book pin badge set covering Dragon Quest I through XI, slime plushies, and T-shirts with designs like the Mimic opening pocket T-shirt. Tickets are timed and sold on a first-come basis.
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