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“Aruaru City” opened in 2012 and is a huge shopping center that deals in all kinds of products, including manga, anime, games, as well as figurines.
Aside from true classic subculture shops, such as “Mandarake” and ”Animate,” the facility also plays home to 28 different stores and retailers. (Information correct as of 2015)
As well as hosting their own events, which often feature idols, as well as voice actors/actresses, and as a means to push tourism in the area, it has become the face of Kitakyushu, charged with the responsibility of being a center for “subculture!”It is also expected to continue to develop and expand even more in the future.

Located in the center of Kitakyushu City and within a 2 minute walking distance from Kokura Station, the number of tourists from both inside and outside of Japan has continued to grow.
There are all kinds of fun-filled stores and facilities inside “Aruaru City” to discover, so join us as we introduce a few must-see spots, as recommended by staff!

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