Fans of Japanese mangaka Momoko Sakura won’t be able to resist the new MARUKO & COJICOJI CAFE which is set to open at Sunday Brunch in Tokyo on January 31, 2020 for six months. It’s collaboration between the manga series Chibi Maruko-chan and Coji-Coji, both by Momoko Sakura.
The cafe is opening to promote the release of the Chibi-Maruko-chan and Coji-Coji picture book. Customers can look forward to joining the two characters on their adventures as they are vividly recreated on their plates, with food and drink inspired by the beautiful scenes seen throughout the four seasons, cherry blossoms, Mount Fuji, and more. The menu line-up is an homage to Momoko Sakura’s iconic work.
Today, we finally get to take a peek at what’s on the menu at the cafe. Keep in mind this is just a small selection of what will be served.
*Menu item names are translated from Japanese
Homage Menu: Coji-Coji Came To Visit- ¥1,850 (Before Tax)
Both Marko-chan and Coji-Coji are made from cookies and are flying through the air together. Below them is Mount Fuji, made from rice and adorned with cherry blossoms. It’s sat in a lake of cod roe cream sauce littered with tea leaves.
Summer Menu: King of Sun Kingdom – ¥2,000 (Before Tax)
Enjoy this healthy keema curry packed full of nutritious vegetables as well as a piece of French toast made from fresh eggs and milk. The individual suns are made from pumpkin flavoured mashed potato, while the two pals have written a letter that says “To the King.”
Winter Menu: Three’s Company – ¥1,880 (Before Tax)
Delicious butterfly pea and spinach purees sit atop a bed of shrimp tomato cream and pumpkin soup, creating an eye-popping mixture of colours.
Sweets: Coji-Coji Came to Visit Baked Cheese Cake – 1 Slice w/Drink ¥1,380 (Before Tax)
This baked cheese cake celebrates the two’s meeting. You get one slice which will contain Mount Fuji and either Maruko-chan or Coji-Coji. Which will you be given?
Sweets: A Chat in the Cold Morning Chocolate Cake – 1 Slice w/Drink ¥1,380 (Before Tax)
Layered with sumptuous mango custard cream, this cute gateaux chocolate cake is moist and delicious.
Parfait Drink: Onigiri People & Star Festival – ¥1,700 (Before Tax)
Inspired by the Milky Way in the Tanabata festival, this parfait drink includes jelly under which hides an assortment of fruits, cream, and vanilla ice cream. The juice itself has a squirt of cheese cream in it too.
Special Drink: What’s The Rainbow Invitation? – ¥980 (Before Tax)
A glass of lemonade that comes with a cafe-exclusive charm. There’s jelly inside the glass which dances and sparkles as you stir.
The cafe itself will also be decorated in picture book art in the form of tapestries and other things. There will also be a display of Momoko Sakura’s work, as well as Maruko-chan and Coji-Coji merchandise up for sale.
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MARUKO & COJICOJI CAFE
Location: Sunday Brunch, Marronnier Gate Ginza 1 Floor 4F (2-2-14 Ginza, Chuo Ward, Tokyo)
Running: January 31, 2020 – July 31, 2020 (Subject to change)
Opening Hours: 11:00-21:00
Reservations/Official Website: http://www.marucoji-cafe.com
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Popular anime and manga series Chibi Maruko-chan is turning 35 this year, and to celebrate, everyone’s favorite mischievous schoolgirl is teaming up with Yokohama Landmark Tower for a Christmas celebration! The Landmark Christmas 2021 Happiness Holidays ~Enjoy a Grown-Up Christmas with Maruko~ will be held from November 11 until December 25, 2021.
Stamp Rally Bonus
Original Sticker
Original Wallpaper
500 lucky winners will receive a limited-edition original tote bag!
Collaboration Menu & Merchandise
BUSINESS LEATHER FACTORY
Sky Cafe (located in the Sky Garden on the 69th floor of Yokohama Landmark Tower)
CHOCOLABO (Landmark Plaza 1F)
Flora Restaurant & Banquet Hall
Chibi Maruko-chan x Yokohama Royal Park Hotel Special Course
Chibi Maruko-chan x Yokohama Royal Park Hotel Kids Menu
Coffret Delicatessen & Lounge
Noguchi’s Favorite Salad with Cod and Salmon Roe, served with Maruko Croutons
Tama-chan’s Favorite Melon Caprese
The Chibi Maruko-chan manga series began in 1986, and was serialized in the popular shojo manga magazine Ribon until 2018. Written by Momoko Sakura, it tells the everyday life of the third-grade troublemaker Maruko and her family. The series is set in the Irie district in Shimizu, now a part of Shizuoka City, where Momoko Sakura was born.
A number of heartwarming Maruko-themed decorations and exhibits will be set up around the Landmark Tower, with collaboration merchandise available at a pop-up shop and food available at specific restaurants during the event period. A stamp rally will also ask guests to go on a quest to find Maruko and her friends, and by collecting all of the stamps digitally, guests will receive a coupon for free admission for one adult to the Sky Garden observation floor (69F), along with an original Maruko-chan sticker. 500 winners will be selected by lottery to receive a limited-edition tote bag, and participating in the rally will get you an original wallpaper.
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Chibi Maruko-chan x Minato Mirai Strolling Stamp Rally at Landmark Plaza / MARK IS Minato Mirai
Running: November 11 – December 25, 2021
Location: Landmark Plaza, MARK IS Minato Mirai
Installations:
Landmark Plaza: In front of the see-through elevators on BF2, beside Cafe Mauka Meadows on 2F, beside Kyoto Kaiseki Minokichi on 4F
MARK IS Minato Mirai: B4F Eki-mae Plaza, 5F Event Space
Hours: 11:00-12:00
Chibi Maruko-chan Collaboration Menu/Merchandise
Running: November 26 – December 25, 2021
Location: Yokohama Landmark Tower, MARK IS Minato Mirai, Yokohama Royal Park Hotel
Flora Restaurant & Banquet Hall
Running: November 26 – December 25, 2021
Location: B1
Hours: 11:30-14:00 (Last Order)
Coffret Delicatessen & Lounge
Running: November 26 – December 25, 2021
Location: 1F
Hours: 11:00-20:00
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Tokyo’s favorite Christmas event has begun! Roppongi Hills is a popular destination for shopping, eating, and having a good time, and the Roppongi Hills Christmas 2021 celebration brings the complex to life with plenty of holiday spirit. The Keyakizaka Lights signal the beginning of the Christmas season in the area, and this winter tradition is not to be missed!
Keyakizaka Lights
The 400-meter-long Keyakizaka street is covered in over 700,000 blue and white LED lights, and the scene has become a popular representation of what Christmas looks like in Tokyo. This year’s West Walk shopping arcade will also feature the special Bon-Bon Blossom installation, a Christmas tree made to look like bonbon chocolates.
Does this look like your ideal Christmas scene?
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Roppongi Hills Christmas 2021
Dates: Beginning of November – December 25, 2021
Address: Roppongi Hills (Roppongi Keyakizaka-dori, etc.)
Keyakizaka Lights
Dates: Beginning of November – December 25, 2021
Hours: 17:00-23:00
Address: Roppongi Keyakizaka Street
Bon-Bon Blossom at West Walk
Running: November 19 – December 25, 2021
Address: West Walk 2F South Atrium
Official Site: https://www.roppongihills.com
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Originally announced earlier this month, a Gintama collaboration cafe is coming to Capcom Cafe Ikebukuro from November 19 until December 23, 2021. The menu has finally been unveiled, and fans of the series won’t want to miss out!
Food & Dessert Menu
Kagura’s Chinese-Style Fried Chicken Burger Set / Eggs Benedict & Spicy Salad Shinsengumi Plate / Takasugi’s Kiheitai Curry / Strawberry Milk Mille Crepes Made by Gin-san / Shinpachi’s Fruit Sandwich Plate / Katsura’s Soba-Style Mont Blanc Parfait
Drink Menu
Gintoki’s Uji Gintoki Bowl Drink / Shinpachi’s Crackling Blue Soda / Kagura’s Cherry Cocktail / Hijikata’s Special Iced Coffee / Okita’s Cocktail-style Blackcurrant Ginger / Katsura’s Three Tea Set with Dumplings / Takasugi’s Grape Jelly Soda
Special Luncheon Mat with Purchase of Collaboration Food / Dessert
Original Drink Coaster (10 varieties, random) with Purchase of Drink
For every ¥3,000 spent on cafe items (including tax), guests will receive a bromide-style postcard (8 varieties, random)
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Gintama x Capcom Cafe Ikebukuro
Address: Capcom Cafe Ikebukuro (Q Plaza Ikebukuro 3F, 1-30-3 Higahi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo)
Running: November 19 – December 23, 2021
Official Site: http://www.capcom.co.jp/amusement/capcomcafe/ikebukuro/
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Sebastian Masuda, the Godfather of Kawaii, is bringing his ‘Yes, Kawaii is Art’ exhibition to Tokyo. If that isn’t cool enough, the event will be held from December 4 until December 12, 2021, at the 1,300-year-old Kanda Myojin Shrine, known as one of the most important shrines during the Edo period.
Kanda Myojin, the Tokyo Venue
Work at ‘Yes, Kawaii is Art’ Venue in Osaka
Related Event, 6%DOKIDOKI Fashion Show
Originally scheduled to arrive in Tokyo in September, the exhibition was postponed due to the state of the COVID-19 pandemic. Kanda Myojin is known as the site of the Kanda Festival, one of the three major Shinto festivals in Tokyo started by Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1600. The shrine is very close to Akihabara, and has become a place for technophiles to pray for their electronics!
Sebastian Masuda is known as the Godfather of Kawaii, and his colorful and crazy art is known around the world. In 2020, Masuda asked a number of questions to fans of Japanese pop culture around the world–what is Kawaii? Why does Kawaii cross borders, generations, and gender? This new exhibition tries to find an answer to those questions while bringing some joy and excitement to the local community.
Osaka’s City of Art Kitakagaya has hosted Masuda’s exhibition since October 30, with his works spread out across three different venues. These will be open until November 30, 2021.
Additionally, on November 13, a street fashion show by Masuda’s popular Harajuku fashion brand 6%DOKIDOKI will be held at the third venue. The brand turns 26 this year.
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Yes, Kawaii is Art
Tokyo Event
Sebastian Masuda’s “Yes, Kawaii is Art” Exhibition at Kanda Myojin Shrine
Running: December 3 – December 12, 2021
Hours: 12:00-18:00
Address: Kanda Myojin Shrine (2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
*Details to be announced at a later date.
Osaka Event
Exhibition Pricing
Venue 1: ¥500 (Weekdays) ¥1,000 (Weekends/Holidays)
Both Venue 1 + Venue 2: ¥1,500 (Viewing) ¥2,000 (Experience)
Venue 3: Free
Details: https://sebastianmasuda.com/works/osaka/
Access: Close to Kita-Kagaya Station on the Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line, Exit 4
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/fGC5yMFnbboXkfjYxijLmbHIzgP88w
Venue 1: kagoo
Main Work: ‘Colorful Rebellion -Seventh Nightmare-
Running: October 30 – November 21, 2021
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays, November 17
Hours: 12:00-18:00
Address: 5-4-19 Kita-Kagaya, Suminoe-ku, Osaka
Venue 2: Oto Building
Main Work: ‘Fantastic Voyage, Prototype II’
Running: November 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14
Hours: Shows at 13:00, 15:00, 17:00 *Only at 17:00 on November 14
Address: 5-5-1 Kita-Kagaya, Suminoe-ku, Osaka
Tickets: https://sebastianmasuda.peatix.com/
Venue 3: Chidori Bunka
Main Work: ‘Colorful Rebellion -WORLD TIME CLOCK-
Running: November 12 – November 21, 2021
Closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays
Hours: 12:00-18:00
Address: 5-2-28 Kita-Kagaya, Suminoe-ku, Osaka
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Date: November 14, 2021
Time: 15:00~
Address: Venue 1 (Free Admission)
Official Site: https://sebastianmasuda.com/
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Anime series Code Geass is celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2021. To celebrate, a winter-themed Code Geass Cafe will open in Shinjuku for a limited time, from December 2, 2021, until January 23, 2022. The cafe will feature a lineup of luxurious and stylish food and drink items to celebrate Lelouch’s birthday.
Bonuses
Menu
Food
[Lelouch] Chicken Steak
[Suzaku] Demi-glace Steak
Cream Pasta with Shrimp and Mushrooms
Dessert
Happy Birthday Plate
Student Council’s Afternoon Tea Set
[Nunnally] Black Tea Whipped Cream Millefeuille
Christmas Glass Parfait
New Year Glass Parfait
Drink
Lelouch, Suzaku, Nunnally
Student Council’s Tea Party (Black Tea, Coffee)
Original Goods
Pin (9 varieties, random)
Acrylic Keychain (9 varieties, random)
Acrylic Stand (9 varieties, random)
Clear Folder Set (2 included)
Acrylic Stand (Lelouch, Suzaku, Nunnally)
Acrylic Board
Muddler Spoon Set
Satin Pouch
Code Geass debuted in October 2006, and the series was recently re-aired in Japan with a new opening and ending theme. A new series, Code Geass: Z of the Recapture, is coming in the future.
Lelouch’s birthday is on December 5, so there will be plenty of treats to celebrate. Be sure to come give your well wishes!
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Code Geass Cafe -Winter Celebration-
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Address: BOX cafe&space Shinjuku Mylord Building 1 7F (1-1-3 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
Running: December 2, 2021 – January 23, 2022
Reservations: https://cafe-cg.jp/
Online Shop Open: December 2, 2021 at 11:00 – January 23, 2022 at 23:59
Cafe Official Online Shop: https://cafe-cg.jp/online_store
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Street culture is ever-evolving, and sneakers play a big part in street fashion. Combining sneakers and art, the artrA project is about to wrap up its first successful season. SNKRDUNK, Japan’s premier sneaker selling app and popular shoe shop atmos have teamed up for this exhibition, which will feature the famous AIR JORDAN 1. These exhibitions have taken place in seven cities across Japan since July. The final exhibitions will be held in Osaka in November and in Tokyo in December.
A total of 26 up-and-coming illustrators, graphic designers, and even ukiyo-e artists have come together for this unique event. The artwork in this exhibition will incorporate the AIR JORDAN 1 brand, and merchandise featuring this street-styled artwork will be available at the venue.
Those who purchase a T-Shirt on-site will be entered into a raffle to win a pair of AIR JORDAN 1 sneakers. In addition, a special lottery will allow winners to purchase a pair of sneakers to take home.
Be sure to keep an eye out for the second season of the artrA project brought to you by ASOBISYSTEM!
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artrA – SEASON 1 FINAL –
“artrA Vol.8” in OSAKA
Running: November 19 – November 23, 2021
Hours: 10:30-20:00
Address: atmos SHINSAIBASHI (2-7-6 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
Admission: Free
“artrA Vol.8” in TOKYO
Running: December 24 – December 26, 2021
Hours: 11:00-19:00
Address: A.F GALLERY (3-21-8 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Admission: Free
Official Site: http://asobisystem.com/
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While the Banana Fish anime series will make you cry, this new collaboration cafe will have guests smiling from ear to ear. This stylish New York-inspired cafe and bar will be open from November 25, 2021, until January 16, 2022, in Tokyo, and from December 2, 2021, until January 30, 2022 in Osaka. Guests can enjoy dishes and drinks inspired by the show’s characters and can grab some limited merchandise too.
Banana Fish began as a manga series in 1985 and was created by Akio Yoshida. Set in New York City, the series follows the teenage gang leader Ash Lynx as he tries to overcome his painful past and solve the mystery of ‘banana fish,’ a strange drug that drove his brother mad during the war in Vietnam. He is joined by Eiji Okumura, a Japanese college student and photographer’s assistant who arrives in America to help with a story about gang violence.
Menu
Tofu and Salmon Salad Bowl
His Main Dish for the Night
N.Y. Style Tacos
Grilled Banana Waffle
Chinese Sweets Plate
Chocolate Fondue
N.Y. Style Cheesecake with Caramel Nuts
Ash, Eiji, Shorter
Hot Cocoa, Hot Cafe Latte
Original Merchandise
Acrylic Pin (7 varieties, random)
Aurora Sticker (7 varieties, random)
Acrylic Stand (7 varieties, random)
Acrylic Keychain (6 varieties, random)
Clear Folder Set (Includes two folders)
Acrylic Stand (Ash, Eiji, Shorter)
Acrylic Board
Cork Coaster (Ash, Eiji) / Cup Sleeve
Glass (Ash, Eiji) / Plate
Bonus for Advanced Reservation Holders: Paper Ornament (8 varieties, random)
How would you like to spend some time with these characters in a swanky New York-style cafe?
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Banana Fish Cafe and Bar -New York Night-
Tokyo
BOX cafe&space Omotesando Hills B3F (4-12-10 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Running: November 25, 2021 – January 16, 2022
Osaka
BOX cafe&space Umeda LOFT 1F (16-7 Chayamachi, Kita-ku, Osaka)
Running: December 2, 2021 – January 30, 2022
Reservations now open
Reservation Fee: ¥715 (Tax Included) *Includes reservation bonus
Official Site: https://bananafish-cafebar.jp/
Online Shop
Open: November 25, 2021 at 11:00 – January 30, 2022 at 23:59
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How would you like to cruise around Tokyo on a ship decked out in Love Live swag? Tokai Kisen will hold a five-day event to promote Love Live! Superstar!! Starting November 13 on the Salvia Maru, an incredible passenger ship.
Collaboration Design
November 13/ November 27 / November 28 / December Date to be Announced / December Date to be Announced
The cruise liner will ferry guests around the capital city, traveling between Yokohama and Takeshiba Ferry Terminal. Limited-edition collaboration merchandise will be sold at the ship’s store, so fans shouldn’t miss this unique opportunity!
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Tokyo Bay Night Cruise x Love Live! Superstar!! on the Salvia Maru
Dates: November 13, 27, 28
*Dates for December to be Announced Later.
Details/Reservations: https://www.tokaikisen.co.jp/news/268222/
Official Site: https://www.tokaikisen.co.jp
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Originally held within Shibuya PARCO, the Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon cafe is hitting the road! Starting November 11 at Shinsaibashi PARCO and November 27 at Nagoya PARCO, guests can enjoy a variety of Yashahime-themed food and merchandise for a limited time. The Shibuya location finished its run on November 9, and the new visual shows the show’s characters in front of a traditional tea house.
Food at a Glance
Drinks at a Glance
Novelty Coasters
Kirara’s Manga Pancakes
(Returning Dishes) Inuyasha’s Beef Sandwich / Sesshomaru’s Cold Pasta
Stickers
Four-Color Pen with Charm
Rainbow Pearl Candy Tin
Random Washi Pins (10 varieties)
Due to fan demand, certain dishes from the previous Inuyasha cafe will be returning for the Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon cafe. Exclusive merchandise will be sold at the cafe and online at the PARCO online store, so be sure to check it out!
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Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon Cafe at PARCO
Osaka
THE GUEST cafe&diner Shinsaibashi PARCO
Address: Shinsaibashi PARCO 6F (1-8-3 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
Running: November 11 – December 26, 2021
http://the-guest.com/yasyahime_osaka/
Nagoya
THE GUEST cafe&diner Nagoya PARCO
Address: Nagoya PARCO 8F (3-29-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya)
Running: November 27, 2021 – January 16, 2022
http://the-guest.com/yasyahime_nagoya/
PARCO ONLINE STORE: https://bit.ly/3GUHwuA
Official Site: http://www.parco.co.jp
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The newest series in the Love Live universe, Love Live! Superstar!! wrapped in October, and to celebrate, a new collaboration cafe with SEGA will be opening at a number of locations in Japan from November 13 until December 19, 2021. Guests can enjoy themed food, drinks, and desserts inspired by the members of Liella! For every order placed, visitors will also get an original coaster. Original goods will be on sale and can only be obtained at the SEGA collaboration cafe. For every ¥2,000 spent, guests will receive one limited-edition clear bromide.
Sega Collaboration Cafe Original Menu
Drink Menu
November 13 – December 19, 2021
Kanon Shibuya / Keke Tang / Chisato Arashi / Sumire Heanna / Ren Hazuki / Hot Coffee/ Hot Cocoa / Iced Oolong Tea: ¥660 each (Tax Included)
Food Menu
1st Run (November 13 – December 3, 2021)
Wish Song Clam Chowder Udon / START!! True dreams Roast Chicken Plate: ¥1,320 each (Tax Included)
2nd Run (December 4 – December 19, 2021)
Nonfiction!! Purple Cabbage Peperoncino / Starlight Prologue Meat Pilaf Plate: ¥1,320 each (Tax Included)
Parfait Menu
Available from November 13 – December 19, 2021
Liella! Members’ Favorite Parfait / Future Like the Wind Pudding Parfait / Wish Song Lassi Parfait: ¥1,100 each (Tax Included)
Menu Bonuses
1st Run (November 13 – December 3, 2021)
1st Run Drink Coasters (10 varieties, random) / 1st Run Food Coaster (1 variety)
2nd Run (December 4 – December 19, 2021)
2nd Run Drink Coasters (10 varieties, random) / 2nd Run Food Coaster (1 variety)
Available from November 13 – December 19, 2021
Dessert Coaster (3 varieties)
Birthday Cards
Rina Tennoji (Available November 13, 2021 while supplies last)
Ren Hazuki (Available November 24, 2021 while supplies last)
Mia Taylor (Available December 6, 2021 while supplies last)
Leah Kazuno (Available December 12, 2021 while supplies last)
Kanata Konoe (Available December 16, 2021 while supplies last)
Souvenirs
SEGA Collaboration Cafe Original Goods
To be Released November 13, 2021
Acrylic Stand (Wish Song, 5 varieties): ¥1,320 (Tax Included)
Art Panel (Nijigasaki High School Winter Uniforms, 14 varieties, random): ¥660 (Tax Included)
Chibi Acrylic Keychains with Stand (Wish Song, 5 varieties, random): ¥770 (Tax Included)
Acrylic Keychain (Chibi Liella! Members, 5 varieties, random): ¥550 (Tax Included)
To be Released December 4, 2021
Art Panel (Wish Song, 5 varieties, random): ¥660 (Tax Included)
Purchase Bonuses
1st Run – Limited Clear Bromide (2 varieties) November 13 – December 3, 2021
2nd Run – Limited Clear Bromide (2 varieties) December 4 – December 19, 2021
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SEGA Collaboration Cafe with Love Live! Superstar!!
Running: November 13 – December 19, 2021
Locations:
SEGA Collaboration Cafe Akihabara (SEGA Akihabara Building 3 7F)
SEGA Collaboration Cafe Stand/Sega Akihabara Building 4/Nanba Sennichimae/Sendai/Okayama/Fukuoka Tenjin/Sasashima/Kumamoto
1st Run: November 13 – December 3, 2021
2nd Run: December 4 – December 19, 2021
Cafe Details: https://sega-collabocafe.com/top/superstar02.html
Official Site: https://www.lovelive-anime.jp/yuigaoka/
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Kuromi is taking over the fashion headquarters of Japan! The #WorldKuromificationProject x SHIBUYA109 Autumn Campaign featuring My Melody’s punk rival is currently underway until November 21, 2021!
Original Apparel
Novelties
Kuromi Pop-up Shop: Let the #WorldKuromification Process Begin!
Sticker
Mask Case
Decorations
Sculpture
Kuromi came up with the #WorldKuromificationProject to inspire people to become their best possible selves. It’s also a way to create more ‘Kuromies’: what Kuromi calls her fans. SHIBUYA109, a hotspot for trending fashion and new styles, is the perfect spot for the character to help people find themselves through fashion and pop culture.
During the event period, the famous building will be decorated from top to bottom in Kuromi swag, and original collaboration goods with popular brands will be available for pre-sale. A pop-up store will be selling unique Kuromi items, so don’t miss out on these before they disappear! A campaign will also be held to give away tickets to Sanrio Puroland, and visitors will discover plenty of photo spots and other surprises as they explore SHIBUYA109.
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#WorldKuromificationProject x SHIBUYA109 Autumn Campaign
Running: November 3 – November 21, 2021
Address: SHIBUYA109 (2-29-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya)
Details: http://www.shibuya109.jp/x/contents/KUROMI_AutumnCampaign
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Even though it feels like 2021 just started, winter is already approaching! Though the weather is turning cold and the leaves are falling from the trees, there are plenty of colorful events taking place throughout the Kanto region sure to warm your body and soul. Holiday lights can transform even the darkest and most frigid evenings into magical memories. Here at Moshi Moshi Nippon, we’ve compiled the four best winter illumination locations for 2021, perfect for dates, family outings, or even solo reflection!
[Ashikaga, Tochigi Prefecture] 20th Anniversary Garden of Light ~Flower Fantasy 2021~
In October 2017, Ashikaga Flower Park was recognized as having one of the three best illumination events in Japan, along with the Sapporo White Illumination in Hokkaido and the Huis Ten Bosch Kingdom of Lights in Nagasaki. It has also ranked number one in the Night View Convention and Visitors Bureau Illumination Awards for five consecutive years from 2016 until 2020. Be sure to visit the popular and newly-renovated Flower Castle!
Location: Ashikaga Flower Park
Running: Until February 14, 2022
Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/515578
[Shinagawa, Tokyo] Tokyo Mega Illumination 2021-2022 x NAKED
Tokyo’s Oi Racecourse will be decorated with over eight million lights until April 2022! The location is complete with a water fountain show and a 100-meter tunnel bathed in light, while creative production company NAKED has teamed up with the event to offer AR illuminations guests can only experience here!
Location: Oi Racecourse
Running: Until April 10, 2022
Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/512032
[Inagi, Tokyo] Yomiuriland Jewellumination The Light of Hope! ~A Diverse Symphony of Color~
Yomiuriland’s newest illuminations were produced by Ishii Motoko, and the park is home to the world’s first light display to use LED lights made to glitter like jewels. These lights have a low environmental impact, and are perfectly suited for the event’s theme of “Hope.”
Location: Yomiuriland
Running: Until April 3, 2022
Details: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/503875
[Hibiya, Tokyo] HIBIYA Magic Time Illumination 2021
Locations throughout Hibiya in Tokyo will be transformed into magical Christmas scenes, with trees lit up in a gradient of colors. This year’s lights were designed to be sustainable, with the LED lights used utilizing 40% less power compared to regular bulbs.
Location: Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Hibiya Nakadoori, Hibiya Chanter locations
Running: Until February 14, 2022
