I am a huge fan of Bleach, and am so excited for all the things happening at Anime Expo for it. I am even more excited now to know about a special artist gallery pop up! I think this is really going to be a fun interactive event that fans will love, and it’s at the perfect time when everyone will be in town for the convention!Â
More information on the event is below courtesy of their press release.
BLEACH Comes to Life in Los Angeles with First-of-Its-Kind Artist Gallery Experience During Anime Expo Week
More Than 20 World-Renowned Artists Reimagine Ichigo, Rukia and the Soul Society Through Original Artwork, Exclusive Collectibles and One-of-a-Kind Creations Beginning July 1
Trailer: HERE
LOS ANGELES–During Anime Expo (July 1 – July 5), fans will have the chance to experience BLEACH like never before.
Timed to Anime Expo and the upcoming premiere of BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity, the BLEACH LA: The Artist Collective Artist Gallery transforms Los Angeles’ Japanese American Cultural & Community Center into an immersive celebration of one of anime’s most influential franchises.
Headlined by a striking original portrait inspired by Captain Shunsui Kyoraku from internationally acclaimed artist Audrey Kawasaki, highlights include Tokidoki founder Simone Legno’s signature kawaii interpretation of fan-favorite characters, Yoskay Yamamoto’s ethereal take on Rukia, Jasper Wong’s original portraits of Soi Fon and Captain Unohana, Greg Mike’s vibrant abstract reimagining of Grimmjow and Nel, and McFlyy’s streetwear-inspired tribute to the series’ iconic heroes. The exhibition also features works by Persue, Askew, Tracie Ching, Brendan Monroe and more, alongside three custom BLEACH-inspired blades (high-performance surfboards) by Jack Soren.
The exhibition features more than 20 internationally acclaimed artists from the worlds of fine art, street culture, illustration and contemporary design, and presents never-before-seen original works inspired by the iconic characters, unforgettable battles and rich mythology that have captivated fans for more than two decades.
Select exclusive art prints and merchandise will be available for sale, offering fans and collectors a rare opportunity to own a unique piece of BLEACH history.
VIZ Media has partnered with World Wide Walls, Merchlabs, Static Medium and Thinkspace Gallery, curated by Jasper Wong and Simon Chin. The exhibition arrives at a pivotal moment for BLEACH. Originally one of Weekly Shonen Jump’s “Big Three” alongside NARUTO and One Piece, the franchise helped define a generation of anime fandom during its 366-episode run. Its return with BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War has sparked a global resurgence, earning widespread critical acclaim, dominating seasonal anime rankings, generating millions of trailer views and amassing hundreds of hours streamed around the world. .
WHAT:
BLEACH LA : The Artist Collective
A limited-time exhibition featuring original works from more than 20 contemporary artists, each offering their own unique interpretation of the BLEACH universe.
The exhibition will include:
- 123Klan
- Aaron Woes Martin
- Andrew Hem
- Askew
- Audrey Kawasaki
- Brendan Monroe
- Brolga
- Gian Galang
- Greg Mike
- Jack Soren
- Jason Raish
- Jasper Wong
- Jose Mertz
- kaNO
- Lauren YS
- McFlyy
- Michael Reeder
- Persue
- Simone Legno (Tokidoki)
- Tatiana Suarez
- Tracie Ching
- Yoskay Yamamoto
- Original artwork inspired by BLEACH characters, scenes and themes
- Artist-created reinterpretations and original concepts inspired by the world of BLEACH
- Exclusive art prints and merchandise
- A digital gallery experience and online store
WHEN:
Opening July 1 – July 5, 2026
Dates subject to change.
Add opening hours
- 8am – 5pm
- Open July 4th
- Sunday 8-4pm
WHERE:
Japanese American Cultural & Community Center
George J. Doizaki Gallery
Los Angeles, CA
244 San Pedro Street
Los Angeles, California 90012
DIGITAL EXPERIENCE:
A virtual gallery tour and online shop will be available at BLEACH-LA.COM
VIDEO TRAILER/TEASER:
This video was filmed by Nainoa Langer, an Emmy Award winning cinematographer and director. He also created the music.
Artists featured in the video are Jasper Wong, Yoskay Yamamoto, Jack Soren. Voice over by Simon Chin.
WHY:
For decades, BLEACH has inspired fans around the world with its unforgettable characters, striking visual style and powerful storytelling. Now, artists from across creative disciplines are honoring that legacy by bringing their own perspectives to the series in an entirely new way.
Timed around one of the biggest anime moments of the summer, the BLEACH Artist Gallery is a must-visit destination for anime fans, collectors, art lovers and anyone who wants to experience the world of BLEACH like never before.
Today, BLEACH remains one of the most talked-about anime franchises in the world. In 2025 alone, VIZ Media’s BLEACH content generated more than 25 million video views, 105 million social impressions and over 100,000 online mentions worldwide. Now, for the first time, artists from across contemporary culture are bringing their own creative vision to the Soul Society, transforming one of anime’s most enduring franchises into a landmark Los Angeles art experience.
