# Special Exhibition: 110th Anniversary of Seiji Seta – The Legacy of a Children's Author and His Relationship with Children's Books
_企画展　生誕110周年　児童文学者・瀬田貞二のおもかげ～自分流に子どもの本とつきあう暮らし～_

- **When:** Sat, Sep 19, 2026 – Mon, Nov 23, 2026 (JST)
- **Where:** Saitama Literature Museum, Okegawa — 1-5-9 Wakamiya, Okegawa-shi, Saitama
- **Map:** https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=35.997028,139.56189
- **Price:** price on the official site
- **Category:** Art & Exhibitions
- **Official site:** https://www.saitama-bungaku.jp/event/39634/
- **On Tokyo Events:** https://eventstokyo.com/en/events/special-exhibition-110th-anniversary-of-seiji-seta

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Seiji Seta, a celebrated children's author and translator, lived in Saitama Prefecture for nearly 30 years. Known for his Japanese translations of works such as 'The Three Billy Goats Gruff' and 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien, as well as original creations like 'Dad’s Trumpet Stories' and 'What Day Is It Today?', Seta made significant contributions to children's literature. On the occasion of his 110th birthday, this exhibition reviews his diverse achievements and delves into the enduring appeal of his works that have captivated generations of children.

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Source: Tokyo Events — https://eventstokyo.com/en/events/special-exhibition-110th-anniversary-of-seiji-seta