Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2022

One of Kyushu's largest pop culture festivals will return to Kitakyushu for the first time since 2019! Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival (KPF) will be held from 26th to 27th November 2022. Kitakyushu City hosts the event, which will welcome an exciting array of popular voice artists and musical performers as guests!

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2022.12.23

Interview Now - 岡咲美保 (Okasaki Miho), 熊田茜音 (Kumada Akane), MindaRyn -

The voice artist Miho Okasaki, who plays Rimuru in "Theatrical version That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond," took to the KPF2022 stage alongside Kumada Akane who voices the character of Eren in the "TenSura" TV anime series. They were joined by MindaRyn who sings the theme song for theatrical version of "TenSura!"

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2022.12.13

[News #2] Coming soon! Look forward to stage performances and to the "Anime x Kitakyushu" collaboration experiences!

One of Kyushu's largest pop culture festivals will be held on Nov. 26th (Sat.)/Nov. 27th (Sun.). Mark this event, Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival (KPF) 2022 in your calendar! One after another, new gorgeous voice actors and artists have been announced, who are said to be attending as guests. Another highlight is the "Anime x Kitakyushu" collaboration booths!

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2022.11.17

[News #1] Popular voice artists will be making an appearance at Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2022!

Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival (KPF) 2022 will be held on Sat. 26th and Sun. 27th November 2022! Popular voice artists such as Kamiya Akira, Chiba Shigeru, Furukawa Toshio, Hirakawa Daisuke, Ishikawa Kaito will be making an appearance!

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2022.09.28

Fukuoka Otaku Map

In this feature we'll be introducing you to Fukuoka's anime and cosplay scene, but the term "otaku" doesn't just apply to a single subculture, it's used to refer to "enthusiasts" of various genres.

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2022.09.21

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) - BANDAI NAMCO Cross Store Hakata

Discover 13 official BANDAI NAMCO Group shops all under one roof! The BANDAI NAMCO Cross Store Hakata has opened in Canal City Hakata. One of the shops inside the facility only exists in Fukuoka, so be sure to check it out!

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2022.08.17

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) ICHIBAN KUJI OFFICIAL SHOP HAKATA BUS TERMINAL

"ICHIBAN KUJI OFFICIAL SHOP HAKATA BUS TERMINAL", opened in September this year! Feel the excitement of no-lose lottery! There's a chance to get your hands on your favorite anime / game character original goods! Don't miss the chance to check out the samples of upcoming products, which can only be seen at the official shop!

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2021.12.01

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) - gashacoco

The capsule toy shop "gashacoco", which opened its first store in Fukuoka, is now in one of the largest outlet malls in Kyushu, "Marinoa City Fukuoka"! Approximately 600 machines are placed in the shop! There is no doubt that you will be excited every time you visit this place!

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2021.11.01

New attractions in "NOBOLT"! A mystery solving game held on weekend nights in October!

Introducing two new attractions at one of Japan's largest indoor athletic facilities, "NOBOLT", which celebrated its 2nd anniversary this year! A limited-time mystery solving game will be held on weekend nights in October! Becoming a more fun sports & entertainment spot!

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2021.10.18

Pokémon on manhole covers!? Discover "Poké Futa" that can only be seen in Kitakyushu City!

Discover "Poké Futa / Poké Lids" manhole covers which feature the globally popular "Pocket Monsters" characters! Now in Kitakyushu City (Fukuoka Prefecture), there are 5 types of "Poké Lids" that come with images of Aggron and 7 other Pokémon, as well as beautiful landscapes in Kitakyushu City♪

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2021.09.28

The mystery solving game event "DIGIMON ADVENTURE: in NAZOTOMO" is running at Hamleys Canal City Hakata!

"DIGIMON ADVENTURE: in NAZOTOMO" is a limited-time event held at Hamleys Canal City Hakata until 3rd October (Sun), where you can enjoy solving mystery game in the universe of TV anime "#DIGIMON ADVENTURE:"!

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2021.09.03

Voice actor supporting event originated in Fukuoka ― "Next Stars Circle vol.6" ― scheduled on 26th September (Sunday)!

The voice actor supporting event originated in Fukuoka that allows us to know more about voice actors ― "Next Stars Circle vol.6" ― is scheduled on 26th September (Sun)! Sato Gen who voiced-over Tomozaki Fumiya in "TOMOZAKI-kun / The Low Tier Character", and Amasaki Kohei who played Otto Suwen in "Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-" are coming to Fukuoka!

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2021.08.26

Interview Now - 松山洋 (Matsuyama Hiroshi) ＆ Yoann Gueritot -

"Fuga: Melodies of Steel" is a video game developed and published by CyberConnect2 (based in Fukuoka) in July. Check out the interview with the CEO of CyberConnect2, Matsuyama Hiroshi, and the game designer Yoann Gueritot!

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2021.08.24

CyberConnect2's first self-published video game for celebrating the 25th anniversary - "Fuga: Melodies of Steel" - to be released on 29th July (Thu)!

CyberConnect2 is a video game company based in Fukuoka, Japan. Its first self-published video game, a dramatic simulation RPG named "Fuga: Melodies of Steel" will be released on 29th July (Thursday)! Available in 9 languages including English and French♪

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2021.07.16

The only official Nintendo store in Japan is coming to Kyushu! Visit the pop-up store at FUKUOKA PARCO which opens until 25th July (Sun)!

The only official Nintendo store in Japan, "Nintendo TOKYO", is going to set up pop-up stores at 5 PARCO in different places of Japan. We have taken this rare opportunity to take a look and will share with you everything about the store!

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2021.07.02

The souvenir item in the smartphone game "DRAGON QUEST WALK" becomes real!? A limited-edition in collaboration with Fukuoka's confectionery brand - "Slime Niwaka Senpei"!

The popular smartphone game app "DRAGON QUEST WALK" is collaborating with "Niwaka Senpei", a famous Fukuoka's confectionery! The "Niwakana Omen Slime" that appears in the game is coming to the real world as "Slime Niwaka Senpei" and is available for a limited time only! Also, do check out the rare gift!

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2021.06.25

"Next Stars Circle vol.5" will be held on 18th July (Sunday)! A chance to meet famous voice artists in Fukuoka♪

"Next Stars Circle vol.5" (a voice actors' event originated in Fukuoka) will be held on 18th July (Sunday) at RESOLA NTT YUME-TENJIN HALL in Fukuoka City. Meet Nagae Rika, Tsuda Minami, and Takahashi Karin - voice cast from "THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS" (anime/video game) this time!!

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2021.06.16

A game app for smartphones, "ENGAWADANSHI TO KEMONOTAN" is released! Enoki Junya and Han Megumi for the voice cast!

GANBARION, Fukuoka-based video game company, has released a game app for smartphones named "ENGAWADANSHI TO KEMONOTAN"! While enjoying the country life in a place surrounded by nature, a kind-hearted young man helps to get rid of "kemono (monsters)" which have been a problem to the people! Popular voice actors Enoki Junya and Han Megumi for the voice cast!

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2021.06.08

BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA

A new attraction in Fukuoka - BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA has opened on Tuesday 21st July 2020! Full of exciting entertainment that cannot be enjoyed in one day so do make a plan before visiting!

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2021.05.07

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) - Kurayami Yuenchi (くらやみ遊園地)

"Kurayami Yuenchi" ― the long-awaited entertainment spot for horror lovers is now open in Tenjin, Fukuoka City! Take a step into the extraordinary world full of thrills and excitements!

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2021.04.09