The ground and low-lying states of neutron-rich exotic Te and Sn isotopes are studied in terms of the nuclear shell model by the same Hamiltonian used for the spherical-deformed shape phase transition of Ba isotopes, without any adjustment. An anomalously small value is obtained for B͑E2;0 1 + → 2 1 + ͒ in 136 Te, consistent with a recent experiment. The levels of 136 Te up to yrast 12 + are shown to be in agreement with observed ones. It is pointed out that 136 Te can be an exceptionally suitable case for studying mixed-symmetry 1 + , 2 + , and 3 + states, and predictions are made for energies and M1 and E2 properties. Systematic trends of structure of heavier and more exotic Sn and Te isotopes beyond 136 Te are studied by the Monte Carlo shell model, presenting an unusual and very slow evolution of collectivity/deformation.