The weather is getting cold and the winter season is just around the corner.
Can’t wait until Christmas which is the biggest winter event! I will introduce to you some romantic illumination spots which will be opened from November.
Shibuya Hikarie (2017,11,1 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
Minnie Mouse, the girlfriend of Mickey Mouse will appear at the event.
Various kinds of photo spots (scenes) will be installed in many areas inside the facility such as the scene where Minnie Mouse is preparing for Christmas with Micky Mouse and the scene where Minnie Mouse and Daisy are dressing up for the holiday season.
Detailed information:Mini Mouse will appear on Hikarie’s Christmas illumination “TOKYU CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND 2017”
TOKYU CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND 2017 – Disney DREAM MOMENTS
Date: 2017,11,1 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon)
※The date differs depending on the facility
Venue: Shibuya Hikarie
Address: 2nd street, 21-1, Shibuya, Shibuyaku, Tokyo
Tokyo Sky Tree (2017,11,9 (Thurs.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
A “French Christmas” event where Lisa and Gaspard are highlighted will be held at the 450m-high viewing galleria under the original story of “the first Christmas in Tokyo where Lisa and Gaspard decorate the highest observation deck of Tokyo Sky Tree.” The world of Lisa and Gaspard and hear-warming oil paintings can be enjoyed at this event while viewing the beautiful sight of the city with Christmas illuminations.
Detailed information: “Tokyo Sky Tree”×”Lisa and Gaspard” Christmas event
Date: 2017,11,9 (Thurs.) to 12,25 (Mon.)
Venue: Tokyo Sky Tree observation deck, viewing galleria
Tokyo Midtown (2017,11,15 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
“Midtown Christmas 2017” is a Christmas event which will reach its 10th year anniversary in November 2017. A rendition of cosmic space above the vast 2,000㎡ grass area can enjoyed at the popular main event “Star Light Garden.”
Different renditions will be performed each day under the theme of “cosmic journey!” You can enjoy the rendition each day imaging many kinds of planets in the solar system such as the “moon,” the “sun” and “Saturn.”
Detailed information: Tokyo Midtown which will reach its 10th year anniversary this year will hold a Christmas illumination event this year
Midtown Christmas 2017
Venue: Tokyo Midtown / 9th street, 7-1, Akasaka, Minatoku, Tokyo
Date: 11,15 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon.)
Light up: 17:00 to 23:00
※Welcome illumination – until 24:00
Omotesando Hills (11,8 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
Under the theme of “100-colored Christmas trees’ wood,” an artistic Christmas illumination will be held. The vivid-colored woods of Christmas trees created by “Shikiri,” a concept based on Japan’s traditional “majikiri (partition)” and a 7m tall white tree which is a layered, three-sided pyramid tree will be set up. The sight of the soft light shows and the various kinds of colors depending on place, angle and time will offer each visitor an emotional experience.
Detailed information: Colorful trees will light up Omotesando Hills “100 Shoku no Christmas Tree no Mori”
Date: 11,8 (Wed.) to 12, 25 (Mon.)
Light up: 11:00 to 23:00
※The light up will start right after the light up ceremony which will be held only on the 8th of November (Wed.).
TEL：03-3497-0310
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Shibuya Park Street / Yoyogi Park Keyaki Namiki (2017,11,22 (Wed.) to 2017,12,31 (Sun.))
It is a standard illumination spot during the winter season where more than one million visitors visit the venue within three weeks and the number of the visitors counts 2.4 million in total. “Ao no Dokutsu” which is popular among Japanese people visitors from abroad will be held this year too. Shibuya will be colored in blue until the end of this year.
Detailed information: A Christmas illumination which lights up Shibuya “Ao no Dokutsu 2017”
Ao no Dokutsu SHIBUYA
Area: 800m long street between Shibuya Park Street to Yoyogi Park Keyaki Namiki
Access: 2 minutes on foot from Shibuya Station (JR / Tokyo Metro / Kyoo Inogashira Line / each Tokyu Line)
The venue can be visited from JR Harajuku Station, Tokyo Metro Meiji Jingumae Station, Yoyogi Park Station, Odakyu Line Yoyogi Hachiman Station
Time: 17:00 to 22:00 ※The time may changed
Period: 2017,11,22 (Wed.) to 2017,12,31 (Sun.).
Number of light bulbs: 600 thousand
URL：http://shibuya-aonodokutsu.jp ※順次情報公開
Sunshine Suizokukan (aquarium) (2017,11,9 (Thurs.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
About 6,000 light bulbs will be light up the “Marin Garden” at the outside area. A 2m high Christmas tree will be set up inside the shop “Aqua Pocket” using 200 stuffed dolls in total. Events other than illumination events such as an event where divers disguised as Santa Clause and reindeer will appear inside the 240t water tank called “Sunshine Lagoon” can be enjoyed too.
Address: roof top of Sunshine City World Importmart Building, 3-1, Higashiikebukuro, Toshimaku, Tokyo
Business hours: 10:00 to 20:00 (April to October), 10:00 to 18:00 (November to March)
Last entrance – one hour before closing time
TEL：03-3989-3466
※The venue will be open between 12,22 (Fri.) to 12,25 (Mon.) 10:00 to 21:00.
Yokohama Bay Quarter (2017,11,3 (Fri, holiday) to 12,25 (Mon.))
The interiors imaging a “Christmas Village” in Finland which is the home of Santa Clause will color the inside of the facility and a 8m-high fir tree-Christmas tree will be on display. The Christmas tree which will be decorated with traditional ornaments from Finland called, “himmmeli” will be light up.
Address: 1-10, Kinkocho, Kanagawaku, Yokohama
Business hours: shop – 11:00 to 20:00 / restaurant – 11:00 to 23:00 (the business hours differ depending on the shop. Some cafes open from 7:00)
Access: 3 minutes on foot from North East Exit of Yokohama Station
Sagamiko Resort Pleasure Forest (2017,11,3 (Fri.) to 2018,4,8 (Sun.))
The largest illumination event in the Kanto Region using six million light balls. The event evolved into an “experience-based illumination” where you can run on the lights riding an attraction and entering inside the light to take photogenic photos. I am sure that you will have a dramatic night by participating in this event.
“Sagamiko Illumillion”
Address: 1634, Wakayanagi, Midoriku, Sagamiharashi, Kanagawa
Date: 2017,11,3 (Fri.) to 2018,4,8 (Sun.) 16:00 to 21:30 ※Last entrance – 21:00
Access: Get off at JR Chuo Line Sagamiko Station and ride the bus labeled “Mikage” for about 8 minutes and get off at Pleasure Forest.
TEL：042-685-1111
Caretta Shiodome (2017,11,16 (Thurs.) to 2018,2,14 (Wed.))
An illumination event created based on the world of “Beauty and the Beast” of Disney which was the most popular movie in 2017.
The tower is colored in “bell yellow” which is the dress color of the main character and the world of “Beauty and the Beast” is represented romantically. The song “Beauty and the Beast” is played at the venue to help the visitors to imagine this story.
Address: 〒105-7090, 1st street, 8-2, Higashishinbashi, Minatoku, Tokyo
Time: 2017,9,16 (Sat.) to 2018,2,14 (Wed.)
Access: one minute on foot from Toei Chikatesu Oedo Line Shiodome Station
2 minutes on foot from Shinkotsu Yurikamome Shiodome Station
3 minutes on foot from Toei Asakusa Line Shinbashi Station
5 minutes on foot from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shinbashi Station
4 minutes on foot from JR Yamanote Line Shinbashi Station
TEL：03-6218-2100
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FRUITS ZIPPER Holds First Anniversary Concert, Announce Appearance at the ‘Sayonara Nakano Sunplaza Music Festival’ in June
On May 4, the 7-member idol group FRUITS ZIPPER held the first Tokyo performance of their first-anniversary concert tour at Toyosu PIT.
Tickets for both the Tokyo and Osaka shows sold out immediately after they went on sale. To celebrate the first anniversary of the group's debut, the lucky fans who were able to snag tickets came together at Toyosu PIT.
In the year since their debut, FRUITS ZIPPER has skyrocketed in popularity, performing live at several idol festivals and some of Japan's largest fashion events, and successfully touring Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. Their show at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA garnered incredible attention.
For the first anniversary concert, the stage was transformed by a special set and the member appeared in new never-before-seen costumes. They performed a total of 17 songs, and each member expressed their gratitude to their fans during the MC segments.
During the performance, it was announced that the group would perform at the Sayonara Nakano Sunplaza Music Festival on June 26. The venue, which has seen countless performances over its long history, will be demolished and replaced to commemorate its 50th anniversary. Fans are excited to see their favorite artists perform on this legendary stage, and many are curious to see how it will be transformed in the future.
FRUITS ZIPPER has also released the song Cho Medetai Song ~Konnani Shiawasede Iinokana? ~ (The Super Joyful Song ~Is It Okay to Be This Happy?~) on all major streaming services. The track was co-written by Sho Yamamoto, who wrote the group’s hit song Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro, currently with over 700 million views on TikTok, and Gento Miyano, who has written songs for numerous popular artists. The super-happy pop tune has a sound reminiscent of idol tracks from the 2000s and has been a smash hit at live shows, stirring the fans into a frenzy.
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ZEROTOKYO, an entertainment mecca known for heating up Tokyo nights, is teaming up with ASOBISYSTEM to create an exciting new party! ASOBIZA, named after the origin of Kabukicho, will be held on April 28. The lineup includes music artists as well as charismatic figures at the top of their fields in fashion, beauty, and art. Transcending musical genres and generations, this night will embody ZEROTOKYO's concept of being a true “Entertainment Junction.” Additional performers may be announced in the future.
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ASOBIZA
Date: April 28, 2023
Venue: ASOBIZA (Tokyo)
Time: 21:00
Admission: ¥3,000 (Presale) / ¥3,500 (Day-of)Buy Tickets
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The new Tokyo Diary Map series aims to introduce readers to awesome spots in Tokyo that they might want to visit! Each entry features locations recommended by a single artist or talent, and fans will get to not only discover new places to visit in Japan’s capital, but also get to learn more about the thoughts and feelings of these unique individuals.
The first participant in the Tokyo Diary Map series is Atsushi Ogata, a multi-talented TV personality and actor. Last year, he appeared as a beauty-concious man on Nippon TV’s DANCING SANMA PALACE, spurring a major buzz by revealing his cosmetic routine. He’s also a notable actor, having appeared in the papercraft theater company's 7th performance Sekai ga Asa wo Shiroutomo (Though the World May Know Morning), telling the story of a man and a woman, a couple of friends, and a certain woman “until morning.”
-Tell us about your favorite spot in Tokyo!
“Daikanyama T SITE TSUTAYA. I feel like I can really relax there. I love being surrounded by my favorite fashion magazines, and no matter what magazine you pick up, they’re all so exciting and educational. That's what I like about bookstores–you can pick up something you're not usually interested in and learn something new. It’s the best.”
Daikanyama T SITE TSUTAYA 16-15 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo https://store.tsite.jp/daikanyama/
- How do you like to spend your time at Daikanyama T SITE TSUTAYA?
“I pick up a new book, find a seat, and take my time reading. I like people-watching and checking out people’s fashion too. Also, there’s a nice café called ivy place nearby, where I can read while having a relaxing cup of coffee.”
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https://www.tysons.jp/ivyplace/
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“Learning about fashion at art school was very inspiring. It was also very interesting to see how people with different ethnic backgrounds dress and to see their individual personalities. For example, I saw high school students wearing backpacks instead of using school bags. I just loved seeing people’s unique fashion. It made me realize something that I still believe in to this day–that there’s nothing more beautiful than wearing what you like in your own way. I’d actually like to create my own clothing brand in the future, so I hope to put my high school fashion design studies to good use.”
-Which apparel stores do you frequent?
I always peek into Dover Street Ginza!
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“I get inspiration from a wide range of different people. It could be people walking on the street, people on the train…lately, I’ve been meeting the most inspiring and wonderful people. Listening to their stories is what inspires me the most. Fashion inspires me, humanity inspires me, people’s auras inspire me.”
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Hisashi Eguchi’s Illustration Exhibition “Tokyo Girlfriend” Coming to Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, New Works to be Exhibited for the First Time
From March 14 until April 23, 2023, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya will hold Hisashi Eguchi’s Tokyo Girlfriend illustration exhibition, set to show off the artist’s unique perspectives on people and cityscapes. The exhibition will feature new illustrations of the titular girlfriend standing in the streets of Hibiya drawn especially for this exhibition, as well as various other girlfriends both large and small.
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Hisashi Eguchi, a manga artist and illustrator, continues to convey the charm of the city and its people by vividly depicting Tokyo and the many unique happenings within. As Tokyo Midtown Hibiya celebrates its 5th anniversary along with many other nearby businesses, the Tokyo Girlfriend exhibition of illustrations by Hisashi Eguchi is being held to celebrate.
The exhibition will feature a new painting of the mysterious girlfriend standing in the streets of Hibiya, newly created for the Tokyo Midtown Hibiya exhibition. A number of original pieces using Pantone overlay, Eguchi's favorite painting medium in the 80s and 90s, will also be on display for the first time.
During the exhibition period, guests can enjoy autograph sessions, live sketches in which Eguchi himself will draw a portrait of selected subject on the spot, and workshops where he will teach tips on how to be a better illustrator.
Don’t miss your chance to meet one of the greatest illustrators of the modern era!
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Hisashi Eguchi’s Illustration Exhibition ‘Tokyo Girlfriend’
Running: March 14 – April 23, 2023
Venue: Tokyo Midtown Hibiya
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◆About the FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine Pop-Up Shop
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Last year’s popular collaboration with Fruit Box Daikanyama, a well-known fruit sandwich shop, is happening again in 2023! Fans can find the Collaboration Gift Box for sale, including seven baked meringue goods each featuring one of the member’s colors. The box also comes with snapshots of the members, and for a few lucky fans, these snaps might be signed! The idol group and sandwich shop have also teamed up to create the Collaborative Lucky Grab Bag Lottery, including popular FRUITS ZIPPER goods and original items from Fruits Box Daikanyama. The lucky first-prize winner will receive a special set of all available February tour merchandise in all sizes.◆Member Appearance Planned on Valentine's Day
On February 14, the final day of the pop-up shop, the members of FRUITS ZIPPER will make an appearance! Guests will be able to participate in the first-ever hands-on event with the members, so keep an eye out for more details! Stay up to date with the latest FRUITS ZIPPER news at the official Twitter page (@FRUITS_ZIPPER). FRUITS ZIPPER Pop-Up Shop Exclusive GoodsRandom Photo - Valentine pop-up ver. (21 varieties): ¥330 (Tax Included) Random Pin - Valentine pop-up ver. (7 varieties): ¥500 (Tax Included) Random Purikura Stickers - Valentine pop-up ver. (14 varieties): ¥600 (Tax Included) Information
FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine POP-UP SHOP
Running: February 1 – February 14, 2023
Venue: Laforet Harajuku 5F MAKE THE STAGE
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Fans of the pop rock band Macaroni Empitsu will want to head to Tokyo from February 17 to March 6, 2023 to enjoy a newly-reworked 10th-anniversary exhibition. Guests are invited to look through various macaroni holes around the exhibition hall to catch glimpses of some curious and rare items only on display for a limited time.
After being held at several locations around Japan, the exhibition will return to Ikebukuro PARCO in Tokyo next month.
Items appearing in the Macaroni Empitsu 10th Anniversary Book -Macaroni Kuronikuru- will be on display, and a short film titled Aspirations will be screened following its premiere in Shibuya.
Graphic designer Shun Sasaki served as the art director for the exhibition.
Fans won’t want to miss out on the exhibition's original merchandise featuring key visuals and lyrics from the band. Come get a glimpse at the history and personal lives of Macaroni Empitsu’s members while you can!
[Comment from Vocalist Hattori] “Macaroni Empitsu’s exhibition is making a triumphant return to Tokyo! New content has been added this time around, so be sure to come fall into the macaroni hole!”
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Macaroni Empitsu 10th Anniversary Exhibition in Tokyo
Running: February 17 – March 6, 2023
Venue: Ikebukuro PARCO 7F / PARCO FACTORY
Hours: 11:00 – 21:00 *Admission permitted up to 30 minutes prior to closing
*Closing at 18:00 on March 6
Admission: ¥500 (Tax Included) *Reservations required. For more information, check parco.art.
*Free for preschool children
Details: https://art.parco.jp/parcomuseum/detail/?id=1147
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Running: January 13 – February 5, 2023■Release
wheel of life EP
Release Date: March 8, 2023
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March 3, 2023 / Zepp Haneda
Performers: SAKANAMON / Macaroni Empitsu / Yayuyo / WON
*Opening act plannedOfficial Site: http://macaroniempitsu.com/