Interview Now ～ 佐藤元 (Sato Gen)、天﨑滉平 (Amasaki Kohei) ～

Check-out our report on on "Next Stars Circle vol.6"! This special event, which aims to support voice artists from Fukuoka, took place in September! It featured "next star" Sato Gen and Amasaki Kohei who appeared as a ​special guest. This report includes an exciting interview with both of them! Don't miss out on the chance to win a wonderful gift! Keep reading to find out more!

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2021.11.02

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

"PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA 10 (Exhibition)" starting from 23rd of November at Hakata Hankyu!

"PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA 10 (Exhibition)" an exhibition celebrating the 10th anniversary of the popular TV anime "PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA" will start on 23rd of November (Tuesday, public holiday) at the Hakata Hankyu Department store (Fukuoka City). Let's dive into the world of "Madoka" where the famous scene is reproduced by valuable materials and spatial presentation!

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2021.10.26

Life-size Gundam at LaLaport Fukuoka! The spring 2022 opening is just round the corner!

A 20-metre life-size "RX-93ffν GUNDAM" is set to be unveiled at the Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Fukuoka which is scheduled to open in spring 2022! This instillation is based on "ν Gundam" who appeared in the movie "Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack!" Lot's of people are talking about it! We can't wait to see it!

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2021.10.08

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

"KINGDOM exhibition The Road of SHIN" running at Fukuoka Art Museum! Enjoy the impressive scenes to the fullest!

A large-scale exhibition of the popular manga "KINGDOM" by Hara Yasuhisa (manga artist based in Fukuoka) is now running at Fukuoka Art Museum! With about 400 original manga manuscripts, as well as additional new drawings and large graphics, you will sure enjoy the impressive scenes to the fullest!

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2021.09.07

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

Live-action movie "Kaguya-sama: Love is War - Final" now showing in Japan! The awkward couple are too cute!

Live-action movie "Kaguya-sama: Love is War - Final" starring Hashimoto Kanna (actress from Fukuoka) and Hirano Sho (member of "King & Prince") now showing in Japan!

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2021.09.02

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 - 長江里加 (Nagae Rika), 津田美波 (Tsuda Minami), 高橋花林 (Takahashi Karin) -

Interview with seiyu / voice actor Nagae Rika, Tsuda Minami, and Takahashi Karin from Fukuoka's voice actor supporting event on 18th July ― "Next Stars Circle vol.5"! Check out more about the event and don't miss the chance to win a prize♪

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2021.08.25

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

Discover JOJO's universe at "JOJO WORLD in HAKATA"!

Introducing "JOJO WORLD in HAKATA" ― open for a limited time (until 12th September) at Canal City Hakata, Fukuoka Japan! Find out more about the mini games, attractions and merchandise♪

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2021.08.05

"BEASTARS EXHIBITION" running at Kitakyushu Manga Museum until 29 Aug (Sun)♪

"BEASTARS" is an "animal version of drama manga" that depicts a world where herbivores and carnivores coexist. As a commemoration of the completion of the manga series, you can now visit its universe at the "BEASTARS EXHIBITION" which will be held until 29th August (Sun) at Kitakyushu Manga Museum, Fukuoka, Japan!

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2021.08.03

Introducing Hosoda Mamoru's new movie "BELLE" (Ryū to Sobakasu no Hime)! Belle's singing is incredible!

The anime director known for films such as "Summer Wars", Hosoda Mamoru's new movie named "BELLE" (Japanese Title: Ryū to Sobakasu no Hime) was released nationwide on 16th July. There are many incredible scenes, especially the opening when Belle (protagonist) sings the song written by "millennium parade", a band led by Tsuneta Daiki from "King Gnu"!

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2021.07.26

"KINGDOM exhibition The Road of SHIN" runs at FUKUOKA ART MUSEUM, celebrating the 15th anniversary of serialization!

Celebrating the 15th anniversary of serialization, "KINGDOM exhibition The Road of SHIN" will be introducing its charm at FUKUOKA ART MUSEUM from 3rd August (Tuesday) to 26th September (Sunday)!

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2021.07.19

Hino Satoshi, the voice actor who played Flame Hashira/Rengoku Kyojuro, appeared at the special talk event of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the MOVIE: Mugen Train" in Fukuoka!

Celebrating the release of Blu-ray and DVD of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the MOVIE: Mugen Train", screenings/stage greetings were held in 5 cities in Japan, including Fukuoka! In this article, we will share about the "Special Talk in Fukuoka" event, at which Hino Satoshi who played Rengoku Kyojuro appeared and shared his thoughts towards the hot-blooded anime♪

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2021.07.15

JoJo's Bizarre "Theme Park" at Canal City Hakata!? "JOJO WORLD in HAKATA" coming soon - from 16th July to 12th Sep♪

"JOJO WORLD in HAKATA" is a limited-time theme park where you can fully enjoy the universe of TV anime "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure", open at Canal City Hakata (Fukuoka City) from 16th July to 12th Sep! There are lots of mini games and attractions that you won't find at other places♪

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2021.07.14

The strongest Ghibli heroine ever!? "Theatrical version Earwig and the Witch" to be released on Friday 27 August!

"Theatrical version Earwig and the Witch" is the first full 3DCG animated film by Studio Ghibli and its release is scheduled on Friday 27 August in Japan! The free-spirited Earwig who won't be disheartened by anything could liven up your day♪

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2021.06.29

Recruiting "The Last Scout Regiment" to celebrate the end of manga "ATTACK ON TITAN”! And online exhibition too!

Celebrating the end of the popular manga "ATTACK ON TITAN" that has been published for 12 years, an exclusive website for recruiting "The Last Scout Regiment" is opened! Share your thoughts of "ATTACK ON TITAN" if you wish to join! Also, there's a free online exhibition!

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2021.06.28

"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