Natsume’s Book of Friends Exhibition to Take Place at Animate Ikebukuro in Tokyo
30.June.2020 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
The Animate Ikeubkuro Temporary Store has announced a special exhibition for Natsume’s Book of Friends which will open on July 10, 2020 and be free to enter.
Natsume’s Book of Friends
Natsume’s Book of Friends is a manga series by Yuki Midorikawa. It was first published in the shojo manga magazine LaLa DX in 2003 and began serialisation in 2005. It subsequently switched to LaLa in 2008 where it continues to be published. A 74-episode anime adaptation spread across six seasons aired between 2008 and 2017.
There are five illustrations of Nyanko-sensei and keywords scattered around the 2nd floor of Animate Ikebukuro Temporary Store. If you can find them all, you’ll receive a free folder as pictured above in the bottom right. The exhibition will also showcase illustrations drawn by Yuki Midorikawa, drafts, sined pictures, and more.
©Yuki Midorikawa/Hakusensha
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Natsume’s Book of Friends Exhibition (Japanese Name: 「夏目友人帳」緑川ゆき先生複製原画展 & 復刻・ニャンコ先生を探せ!)
Running: July 10, 2020 – July 26, 2020
Location: Animate Ikebukuro Temporary Store (Floor 2F)
Find Nyanko-sensei
*Folders are limited in stock
*Free entry
*Restricted entry during busy times
*A face mask must be worn at all times in the store
*Event subject to change, postponement, or cancellation
Exhibition Website: https://www.animate-onlineshop.jp/contents/fair_event/detail.php?id=104117
Animate Ikebukuro Temporary Store Official Website: https://www.animate.co.jp/special/301734/
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Tokyo Revengers Cafe to Open for Short Time at Mixalive TOKYO in Ikebukuro
17.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD / SPOT
A Tokyo Revengers collaboration cafe will open for a limited time at Live Cafe Mixa located in the Mixalive TOKYO entertainment complex in Ikebukuro. Fans can enjoy a menu filled with items themed after popular characters from June 1 until June 18, 2022.
Menu
Just like the inside of Pah-chin’s head?! Crispy Pie
Massive Teriyaki Burger
If You’re Hungry, Just Eat Fried Rice
My Favorite Machine (Mikey)
My Favorite Machine (Mitsuya)
Mikey
Baji
The popular manga series Tokyo Revengers began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2017 and has sold over 50 million copies. The event, titled “Tokyo Revengers Formation Eve Rally,” will be held to celebrate the series’ anniversary. The venue will feature new visuals of the founding gang members, and original menu items based on each character will only be available here.
Live Cafe Mixa has collaborated with other popular series in the past such as Attack on Titan and A Couple of Cuckoos, making a huge splash on social media.
Enjoy plenty of dishes based on your favorite character!©和久井健・講談社/アニメ「東京リベンジャーズ」製作委員会
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Tokyo Revengers Cafe
Running: June 1 – June 18, 2022
Venue: Mixalive TOKYO 9F, Live Cafe Mixa
Address: 1-14-2 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Details: https://livecafemixa.mixalivetokyo.com/schedule/tokyo-revengers-cafe/Official Site: https://livecafemixa.mixalivetokyo.com/
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BT21 Amusement Park Event to Open in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka
NAMJATOWN, a theme park located in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, will be holding a special BT21 event from May 14 until June 12, 2022! The ‘BT21 MerryLand ~Welcome to our Dreamy World!~’ event celebrates the popular LINE FRIENDS characters, and guests can enjoy lots of games and treats!
The event recreates MerryLand, an amusement park in the BT21 member’s dreams. Guests can participate in three unique mini-games inspired by amusement park attractions, along with a stamp rally and riddle-solving game! Original merchandise and menu items will also be available.Original Mini-Games
BT21 MerryLand Spinning Ferris Wheel / BT21’s Whirling Teacups ♪ / The Full Stomach Yum-yum Wagon
Mini-Game Prizes
A Prize: Relaxing Cushion (7 varieties)
B Prize: Bandana (7 varieties)
C Prize: Mini Acrylic Stand (7 varieties, random)
D Prize: Character Pin (7 varieties, random)
*The design for A Prize and B Prize will differ depending on the mini-game.
(Guests can choose the design for each game.)
*For C Prize and D Prize, the design is the same for all mini-games.Venue Exclusive Project! Rally Game
Rally Game Prizes
Participation Prize: Mascot Rubber Charm (7 varieties, random)
*Prizes are the same for each Rally Game.Original Merchandise
Original Food & Drinks
Soft Drink with Acrylic Coaster / Fortune Latte (14 varieties) / Icing Cookie (7 varieties)
Those unable to attend the event can head to the Namco Parks Online Store to play some web-based mini-games offering the same prizes! Certain pieces of merchandise will also be available for purchase online.Following Tokyo, the event will head to HEP FIVE in Osaka from July 2 until July 24 and Canal City Hakata in Fukuoka from August 5 until August 28.
©Bandai Namco Amusement Inc.
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BT21 MerryLand
Tokyo Event
Venue: NAMJATOWN
Address: Sunshine City World Import Part Building 2F/3F (3-1-3 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo)
Running: May 14 – June 12
Osaka Event
Venue: Hugood! from NAMJATOWN
Address: HEP FIVE 9F (5-15 Kakudacho, Kita-ku, Osaka)
Running: July 2 – July 24, 2022
Fukuoka Event
Venue: Namco Canal City Hakata
Address: Canal City Hakata South Building B1F (1-2-74 Sumiyoshi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka)
Running: August 5 – August 28, 2022
Online Sales / Online Lottery Wheelhttps://parks2.bandainamco-am.co.jp/
Sales Period: May 16, 11:00 – June 13, 23:59
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Tokyo Revengers Season 2 Fair to be Held at Animate
10.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME
Animate will hold a fair to celebrate the second season of the Tokyo Revengers anime series starting May 14, 2022! Special items will be available both in-store and online.
The first season aired from April to September 2021 and instantly became a worldwide hit. Ken Watui’s original manga series has sold over 50 million copies and has also inspired a live-action film and stage play.
Lineup
During the fair, for every ¥1,100 spent (including tax) on Tokyo Revengers merchandise, customers will receive a random bromide as a gift (7 varieties). These feature new illustrations of everyone’s favorite characters getting ready for battle.
New goods from acrylic stands to character pins using these new illustrations will also be available for purchase.(C)和久井健・講談社/アニメ「東京リベンジャーズ」製作委員会
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Tokyo Revengers Season 2 Fair
Running: May 14 – May 29, 2022
Location: Animate Stores Nationwide, Online
Details: https://www.animate-onlineshop.jp/contents/fair_event/detail.php?id=107157Official Site: https://tokyo-revengers-anime.com
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Special Shop to Open in Tokyo and Kanagawa to Celebrate the Release of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero
10.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME / MOVIE / SPOT
A special pop-up store celebrating the upcoming Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero film is coming to four locations in Tokyo and Kanagawa! The film is scheduled to be released on June 11, 2022, and fans can pick up some exclusive merchandise at Shinjuku Station, Kawasaki Station, Ikebukuro Station, and Akihabara Station. The dates are listed below!
Exclusive Products
Special Bonus
Product Lineup
Shop Displays
The pop-up shop will feature exclusive items decorated with popular imagery from the Dragon Ball series. Fans will also be able to grab some home goods themed around the Capsule House where Bulma lives!
As a purchase bonus, customers spending ¥2,500 or more will receive a special holographic sticker!
Each venue will be decorated, so enjoy taking some photos with your family and friends.
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DRAGON BALL POP-UP STORE BY FLOWERING
Locations/Dates:
Shinjuku Station / April 25 – May 8
Kawasaki Station / May 17 – May 24
Ikebukuro Station / June 1 – June 9
Akihabara Station / June 14 – June 23
Official Site: https://www.jr-cross.co.jp/
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Kyary Pamyu Pamyu Collaborates with 153-year-old Kimuraya Bakery for LOCAL POWER JAPAN Project
Last month, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu performed on the Gobi Stage at Coachella, one of the largest music festivals in the United States. Her Weekend 1 performance was streamed live worldwide and trended on Twitter in both the U.S. and Japan. After an accident during the second weekend left the singer alone on stage, many wondered if she could pull of a dazzling performance. Kyary’s joy and excitement completely transfixed the massive crowd, and the artist has drawn praise from around the world for her talent and passion.
Kyary has returned to Japan to continue her ‘Kyary Pamyu Pamyu 10th ANNIVERSARY JAPAN TOUR 2022 CANDY WAVE,’ seeing the singer performing 30 shows across Japan. On May 7, she’ll perform at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA in Tokyo.
In conjunction with the nationwide tour, the LOCAL POWER JAPAN Project was launched to energize Japan through the appeal of regional towns and cities and has been attracting major attention. To celebrate the Tokyo leg of the tour, a new Tokyo collab has been announced!
Kyary is teaming up with Kimuraya Sohonten, a bakery that has been in business for over 150 years. The brand is known for inventing the anpan sweet bun in 1874. Given how much this simple food has influenced Japanese culture, it seems appropriate to team up with Kyary–the singer has brought Japanese influence around the world and continues to inspire fans with her creativity and sweetness.
For the collaboration, fans will be able to purchase the aptly-named ‘Ninjari Anpan,’ based on Kyary’s hit song Ninjari Bang Bang released in 2013. The limited-edition set includes five different flavors of anpan and shows Kyary in her ninja attire on the box. Concertgoers can purchase these sweets at the show on May 7, and they will also be available at select Kimuraya stores and online.
A collaborative T-shirt is also on sale featuring the new logo and the singer’s 10th-anniversary logo. The shirt is available on the LOCAL POWER JAPAN Project website for two weeks only. Support Japanese businesses and pick one up while you can!
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LOCAL POWER JAPAN project × 木村屋總本店
Official Site:https://localpowerjapan.com
Ninjari Anpan
Where to Buy:
24 Kimuraya LocationsAvailable: May 3 – June 5, 2022
Shop List: https://www.kimuraya-sohonten.co.jp/shoplist
Kimuraya Online ShopAvailable: May 3 – May 31, 2022
https://kimuraya-net.jp/shop
Kimuraya (Tokyo) x LOCAL POWER JAPAN Project Collaboration T-shirt
Where to Buy:
LOCAL POWER JAPAN Project Online ShopAvailable: May 3 – May 16, 2022
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Moriarty the Patriot Anime Series Inspires Collaboration Cafe in Ikebukuro
Fans of the anime series Moriarty the Patriot won’t want to miss out on a new collaboration cafe coming to Ikebukuro! The special event is currently being held at the GiGO Collaboration Cafe Ikebukuro through June 19 and celebrates the release of the new Moriarty the Patriot OVA released on April 27.
Original Menu
Drink Menu
Original Latte Art
Food Menu
Part 1
Part 2
Dessert Menu
Part 1
Part 2
Menu Bonus
Original Coaster Part 1 / Part 2
Original Merchandise
During the event, fans can find original menu items, desserts, and drinks inspired by the show’s characters. The location will be completely decorated in Moriarty goods and plenty of exclusive goods will be available, so don’t miss it!
©竹内良輔・三好 輝/集英社・憂国のモリアーティ製作委員会
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GiGO Collaboration Cafe x Moriarty the Patriot
Running: April 28 – June 19, 2022Part 1: April 28 – May 24
Part 2: May 25 – June 19Venue: GiGO Collaboration Cafe Ikebukuro (GiGO Ikebukuro Building 2 B2F)
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Anime Series ‘Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai’ Gets Animate Fair in June
07.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME
Starting June 11, the anime series Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai will take center stage in a new Animate Fair! Fans can find new products featuring illustrations drawn exclusively for the event, and a ton of special bonuses will be available for those preordering goods and those buying items during the event at participating Animate stores.
Fair Pre-sale Goods
Animate Limited Box Purchase Bonus
Fair Bonuses
Preorder CampaignPurchase Campaign
Currently, Animate Online is running a preorder campaign until April 19, 2022. The in-store purchase campaign will run during the event, so be sure to snag some of this merchandise while it’s available!©2018 鴨志田 一/KADOKAWA アスキー・メディアワークス/青ブタ Project
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Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai Animate Fair in 2022
Running: June 11 – June 26, 2022
Details: https://event.amnibus.com/aobuta-animate-2022/
Preorder Campaign
Running: March 31 – April 19, 2022
Where: Animate Online
Purchase CampaignRunning: June 11 – June 26, 2022
Participating Locations: Animate (Ikebukuro, Sendai, Sapporo, Nagoya, Akihabara, Fukuoka PARCO, Fujisawa, Osaka Nipponbashi) -
Animate Event to Celebrate Third Anniversary of Trigger’s ‘Promare’ Anime Film
03.May.2022 | ANIME&GAME / MOVIE
Animate locations across Japan will be celebrating the 3rd anniversary of the anime film Promare, produced by famed anime studio Trigger. The Promare Fair will be held from May 21 until June 5, 2022.
Fair Merchandise Available for Preorder
Bonus for Purchasing the Animate Exclusive Box
Exclusive Fair Bonus
Purchase Campaign
To celebrate the third anniversary of the film’s release, a number of products featuring new illustrations are now available for preorder at the Animate Online shop.
©TRIGGER・中島かずき/XFLAG
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Promare 3rd Anniversary Fair in Animate – Purchase Campaign
Running: May 21 – June 5, 2022
Where: Animate (Ikebukuro, Sendai, Sapporo, Nagoya, Fukuoka PARCO, Osaka Nipponbashi)
Details: https://event.amnibus.com/promare-animate/
Animate Online: https://www.animate-onlineshop.jp/contents/fair_event/detail.php?id=107104
Official Site: http://armabianca.com
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BTS Characters ‘TinyTAN’ to Appear at Cafes in Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Nagoya, and Miyagi
The popular BTS chibi characters TinyTAN will be featured at TinyTAN Cafe locations in five cities for a limited time! Nine locations will be open across Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Nagoya, and Miyagi starting April 21, 2022.
The TinyTAN characters were designed by the seven members of BTS to embody their “second selves.”
Select Cakes: ¥990
Fruits Deco Style: Strawberry, Fruits Deco Style: Mango, Fruits Deco Style: White Grape: ¥1,760
The menu is packed with desserts, including seven different types of cakes each inspired by a member of TinyTAN.
American Sundae Style Chocolate Cookie, American Sundae Style Caramel Nuts, American Sundae Style Pistachio Honey: ¥1,870
Afternoon Style Tea: ¥3,190
The Afternoon Style Tea includes a base plate that can be customized with guest’s favorite fruits and chocolates. Two types of TinyTAN Select Cakes will also be included to share!
Ham (2 types) & Scrambled Egg Peanut Butter Sandwich: ¥1,760
Cafe Style Drink & Cake Set *Prices vary based on drink selection.
Guests can choose from colorful bagel sandwiches, pancakes, and open sandwiches, along with a selection of sweet drinks to match each meal.
Bonuses
Acrylic Stand (7 varieties, random): ¥1,320
Sticky Note Roll: ¥880, Acrylic Nameplate (7 varieties): ¥990 each
Original cafe merchandise and special offers will make visiting the TinyTAN Cafe even more exciting!
© BIGHIT MUSIC. All Rights Reserved
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TinyTAN CAFE
Tokyo, Omotesando: BOX cafe&space Omotesando
April 21 – June 5, 2022
Pine Under Flat B1F (5-13-2 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Tokyo, Shinjuku: BOX cafe&space Lumine EST Shinjuku
April 28 – July 3, 2022
Lumine EST Shinjuku B1F (3-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
Tokyo, Harajuku: BOX cafe&space Harajuku Alta
April 21 – June 5, 2022
Harajuku Alta 3F (1-16-4 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Tokyo, Omotesando: BOX cafe&space Omotesando Hills
April 21 – June 26, 2022
Main Building, B3F (4-12-10 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Kanagawa, Yokohama: Collabo_Index Lumine Yokohama
April 22 – June 19, 2022
Lumine Yokohama 6F (2-16-1 Takashima, Nishi-ku, Yokohama)
Aichi, Nagoya: BOX cafe&space Nagoya LACHIC #1
April 28 – June 5, 2022
LACHIC B1F (3-6-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya)
Osaka, Umeda: BOX cafe&space HEP FIVE
April 28 – June 5, 2022
HEP FIVE 7F (5-15 Kakudacho, Kita-ku, Osaka)
Osaka, Shinsaibashi: Shinsaibashi contact
April 29 – July 3, 2022
1-6-24 Kitahorie, Nishi-ku, Osaka
Miyagi, Rifu: BALLER:S
April 27 – June 26, 2022
AEON MALL Shin-Rifu South Building 2F (3-1-1 Shinnakamichi, Rifu, Miyagi)
Reservations Open
Reservation Fee: ¥660 (Includes Bonus)
TinyTAN CAFE Official Site: https://tinytan-cafe.jp/
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Tasty Half-Moon Sandwiches Coming in Second Doraemon Tokyo Banana Collaboration
18.April.2022 | ANIME&GAME / FOOD
Doraemon Tokyo Banana Half-Moon Sandwiches are coming on April 1, 2022! These tasty snacks come in a pack of eight and are sure to make the perfect gift.
This release of Doraemon Tokyo Banana is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Tokyo Banana brand and the 50th anniversary of Doraemon. Why not enjoy your daily snack time with these cute treats?
Each sandwich is filled with chocolate-banana cream with the dough baked into a crispy, savory crust with a winking Doraemon on both sides.
©Fujiko-Pro,Shogakukan,TV-Asahi,Shin-ei,and ADK ※画像はイメージです
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Doraemon Tokyo Banana Half-Moon Sandwich
Where to Buy: JR Tokyo Station Hanagataya Tokyo Chuo Doraemon Tokyo Banana Tokyo Station, Daimaru Tokyo Tokyo Banana Studio 1F – STUDIO
Release Date: April 1, 2022
Details: https://www.tokyobanana.jp/products/banana_doraemon.htmlOfficial Site: https://www.tokyobanana.jp/
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History of OSAMU GOODS to be on Display in ‘OSAMU GOODS 45th Anniversary Exhibition’
Palette Club, a school for illustrators located in Tsukiji, will be holding a 45th Anniversary exhibition for OSAMU GOODS! The characters were created in 1976 by Osamu Harada, who is from Tsukiji, and Dusty Miller. Items featuring these adorable characters are still incredibly popular to this day.
Exclusive Merchandise
Rare original drawings, prints, and goods from the 1970s to the 1990s, as well as Dusty Miller store bags and fan club newsletters, will be on display during the event. Those more nostalgic about these characters and those new to them will both find something to enjoy!
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OSAMU GOODS 45th Anniversary Exhibition
Running: April 12 – May 22, 2022
Hours: 13:00-19:00 (Last Entry at 18:30)
*Closed Mondays
Admission: FreeVenue: Palette Club School (4-11-10 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)
Information: https://www.osamugoods.com/
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NAKED Collaborates with Uta no Prince-sama Game for Special Art Installation
14.April.2022 | ANIME&GAME / SPOT
Creative company NAKED is bringing the world of Uta no Prince-sama to life! From April 16 until April 24, fans will want to come to Ikebukuro Sunshine Plaza to see MAJI LOVE KINGDOM MEMORIES, a sensory photo booth decorated with floral art.
The first Uta no Prince-sama game was released in 2010, with an anime series following in 2011. In 2019, the first Uta no Prince-sama film, Maji LOVE Kingdom, was released.
NAKED’s project mapping and digital art are being used to create unique photo booths where guests can take pictures with their favorite idols as seen in the 2019 film.
Each photo booth was created using a variety of techniques, combining video, sound, scent, and even wind. The flowers included in each booth were inspired by the flowers that members of ST☆RISH, QUARTET NIGHT, and HE★VENS wear on their chests. How often do you get to experience a 3D photo booth with your favorite fictional boys?
Guests can also enjoy a unique AR experience at the venue by using NAKED INC PLAY!
©︎UTA☆PRI-MOVIE PROJECT
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Uta no Prince-sama on Stage: MAJI LOVE KINGDOM MEMORIES
Location: Ikebukuro Sunshine City World Import Building 4F Event Hall A
Running: April 16 – April 24, 2022
Hours: 10:00-20:00 (Last admission 60 minutes prior to closing)
*Open 10:00-17:00 on April 24Official Site: https://ml-kingdom-memories.com/