From March 22, 2024, a solo exhibition titled REDBOX, featuring the works of redjuice, renowned for his illustrations and character designs for figures like Hatsune Miku, Guilty Crown, BEATLESS, and EGOIST, will be held.
To mark this occasion, Tokyo Otaku Mode has set up a special web page. We're excited to bring our interview with redjuice, coverage of the exhibition, and details about the exclusive products available at the event to our international audience. Join us in exploring the ever-evolving world of redjuice.
REDJUICE ART EXHIBITION 2024 REDBOX
From March 22nd to April 7th, 2024, the creator redjuice will present the REDBOX exhibition, marking a new chapter with the launch of their new company, REDBOX. This exhibition will not only showcase illustrations but also encompass redjuice's entire creative journey, including design sketches and rough drafts. In addition to highlighting the allure of his artwork, the exhibition will incorporate his visions and ideas behind his creations, conveying messages and stories embedded in the pieces to offer visitors fresh perspectives.
The exhibition theme revolves around redjuice's journey of reinvention, reflecting on his past and present demands, as well as the possibilities of his profession as an illustrator. The colorful illustration panels at the exhibition will be produced using Canon's large-format printer imagePROGRAF GP Series, utilizing newly developed fluorescent pink ink to complement other colors and faithfully reproduce digital illustrations as print outputs, ensuring the artwork's charm is fully conveyed.
Official Website (Japanese):
https://uncron.com/redbox2024/
redjuice
Originally from Tosashimizu City, Kochi Prefecture, redjuice is an illustrator and designer. redjuice gained recognition for his image illustration of the song "World Is Mine," produced by the creator unit supercell and centered around songwriter ryo, which accompanied the hit song. He also worked on the jacket illustrations for major CD releases featuring Hatsune Miku, such as livetune feat. Hatsune Miku's Re:package and its follow-up Re:MIKUS, marking a significant milestone in his career as an illustrator.
Since then, he has been active in various fields, including serving as the character concept designer for all works in the 2015 film Project Itoh (Genocidal Organ, Harmony, The Empire of Corpses), and character and concept design for the novel/TV anime BEATLESS. His illustrations, characterized by a unique atmosphere and unrestricted expression, have received acclaim both domestically and internationally.
REDBOX Merchandise Lineup
Pre-order period: Apr. 7 - May 8 (PDT)