2nd part of the final chapter - "RUROUNI KENSHIN: The Beginning" - to be released on Friday 4th June 2021!

Final Chapter Part 2 "RUROUNI KENSHIN: The Beginning" will be released on Friday 4th June 2021! The love story between Kenshin and Tomoe makes you go emotional...!

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2021.06.01

Discover the philosophy of anime production from the "TAKAHATA ISAO: A LEGEND IN JAPANESE ANIMATION" exhibition at Fukuoka Art Museum! Held until 18th July 2021!

Takahata Isao was a famous director whose works include "The Tale of The Princess Kaguya" and "Grave of the Fireflies". Now, his large-scale retrospective exhibition "TAKAHATA ISAO: A LEGEND IN JAPANESE ANIMATION" is being held at Fukuoka Art Museum, until 18th July 2021! Discover the philosophy of creativity from this exhibition!

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2021.05.25

"GUNDAM docks at FUKUOKA" - A large-scale GUNDAM event is running at Canal City Hakata!

"GUNDAM docks at FUKUOKA" is an ongoing event at Canal City Hakata where you can fully enjoy the world of GUNDAM! In addition to the new original 3D projection mapping show, there are limited Mobile Suit statues, Gunpla displays, and many more surprises!

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2021.05.10

"The Fukuoka Tower Instrumentality Project" ー A collaborative event between EVANGELION and Fukuoka Tower is ongoing until 13 June (Sunday)!

Angels appearing in the sky of Fukuoka!? Battle at Shin-Momochihama!? "The Fukuoka Tower Instrumentality Project" is a collaborative event between EVANGELION and Fukuoka Tower that is ongoing until 13 June (Sunday). We've checked what's happening at Fukuoka Tower!

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2021.04.26

It's finally come to an end! "RUROUNI KENSHIN: The Final" is going to release on 23 April (Fri)!

The "Rurouni Kenshin" film series has its first movie released 10 years ago. The release of final movie (consists of 2 parts) in 2021 has been confirmed, the first part will be in cinemas on 23 April (Friday)! This time, we are going to share the preview of "RUROUNI KENSHIN: THE FINAL"!

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2021.04.23

The creator of the "TOKYO GHOUL" series, Fukuoka-native manga artist Ishida Sui's first large-scale exhibition is running at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum!

Best known as the creator of the "TOKYO GHOUL" series, Fukuoka-native manga artist Ishida Sui's first large-scale exhibition "TOKYO GHOUL ▶︎ JACKJEANNE" is running at Fukuoka Asian Art Museum until 16 May (Sunday)♪ A great number of valuable exhibits can be seen, such as manuscripts of his initial work that are released for the first time, and the making of the game "JACKJEANNE" which the original story, character design, and scenario were created by Ishida!

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2021.04.20

The latest "Detective Conan" movie will be released simultaneously in 22 countries and regions around the world on 16 April (Friday)!

Detective Conan is a manga and anime series that has accumulated numerous fans across the world. The latest movie "Detective Conan: The Scarlet Bullet" will be released simultaneously in 22 countries and regions around the world on 16 April (Friday), and we are here to share our thoughts after the preview!

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2021.04.12

"TAKAHATA ISAO: A LEGEND IN JAPANESE ANIMATION" exhibition will take place at Fukuoka Art Museum from 29 April to 18 July 2021♪

A retrospective exhibition that gained popularity in Tokyo and other places is coming to Fukuoka! "TAKAHATA ISAO: A LEGEND IN JAPANESE ANIMATION" will be the first retrospective exhibition by Takahata Isao, the director who created "The Tale of The Princess Kaguya" and "Grave of the Fireflies", that will take place at Fukuoka Art Museum from 29 April to 18 July♪

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2021.04.06

No one can lose ー KINGDOM series in "Minna no Kuji"♪

Starting from 27 Feb (Sat), "Minna no Kuji KINGDOM" will be available at hobby shops and bookshops all over Japan! You will surely "win" official merchandise such as keychains with famous quotes and blankets inspired by the flag of Hishintai, which is led by protagonist, Shin!

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2021.02.24

The first documentary film of the anisong unit / band JAM Project! To be released only for 2 weeks from 26 Feb (Fri)!

2020 was the 20th anniversary of the anisong (anime song) band, JAM Project's formation, and their first documentary film will be released on 26 Feb (Fri) only for 2 weeks in Japan! Check out this legendary anisong band's story of the 460 days!

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2021.02.19

New original anime "New Prince of Tennis HYŌTEI vs RIKKAI Game of Future" pop-up shop opening at HAKATA MARUI!

Celebrating the airing, a "New Prince of Tennis HYŌTEI vs RIKKAI Game of Future POP UP SHOP@ OIOI ～Dash & Work experience～" is scheduled to be launched at HAKATA MARUI from 12 Feb (Fri) to 21 Feb (Sun)! Check out the character-themed items!

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2021.02.09

The "HAIKYU!!" stage play is finally coming to an end ― 23 & 24 April (Fri & Sat) at Kitakyushu Soleil Hall!

The stage play of the popular volleyball manga "HAIKYU!!" has finally reached its climax! "HYPER PROJECTION ENGEKI "HAIKYU!!": The View from the Summit 2" Fukuoka showtime scheduled on 23 & 24 April (Fri & Sat), at Kitakyushu Soleil Hall!

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2021.02.04

The final performance of the 4th "HYPNOSISMIC" stage play will take place at Fukuoka Sunpalace on 7 Mar (Sun)! Live broadcast nationwide♪

The final performance of the 4th "HYPNOSISMIC" stage play "HYPNOSISMIC -Division Rap Battle- Rule the Stage -track.4-" will take place at Fukuoka Sunpalace on Sunday 7th March! Live broadcast at cinemas all over Japan!

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2021.02.03

Meet Sailor Guardians at the Fukuoka Tower Observation Deck! Discover the world of "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal: The Movie"!

"Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal: The Movie" collaborating with Fukuoka Tower, which offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Fukuoka! Meet Sailor Guardians at the 123m-tall observation deck♪

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2021.01.22

Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) - COSPA TRAVELING DEPOT in TENJIN IMS

Fukuoka Otaku Map - ver. 痛 (Two) is back with a brand new installment! Introducing "COSPA TRAVELING DEPOT in TENJIN IMS", a store that promotes "the lifestyle with characters"!

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2021.01.18

[Feature Manga] "The 5th Kitakyushu International Manga Competition"

It's the 5th "KITAKYUSHU INTERNATIONAL MANGA COMPETITION" since it first started in 2016! Along with its growing reputation overseas, this time there are 1259 entries from 26 countries/regions around the world!

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2020.12.22

[Broadcast Postponed] Which voice actor agency is the strongest!? Here comes the card battle show "Trumpin' Beat", starts from January 2021!

The unprecedented card battle show "Trumpin' Beat" featuring "the strongest in the voice-actor world" from different agencies will be aired from January 2021! Can't wait to see the popular guests from the 1st episode!

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2020.12.18

Introducing the preview of "THE PROMISED NEVERLAND"! Movie release scheduled on Friday 18th December!

Here comes the live-action movie of the popular manga/anime "THE PROMISED NEVERLAND"! The mind games for a "jailbreak" plan, the perfect cast... just full of exciting elements!

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2020.12.17

Explore the world behind manga, anime and movies! Real-life Locations Tour in Fukuoka

Introducing real-life locations that have been featured in manga, anime and movies! Explore the world of these productions and discover new excitements!

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2020.12.15

The "ATTACK ON TITAN FINAL EXHIBITION" is now in Fukuoka! Held at Nishitetsu Hall until Sunday 27 December 2020!

The topical "ATTACK ON TITAN FINAL EXHIBITION" is now in Fukuoka! Immerse yourself in the world of the blockbuster manga "Attack on Titan" (by Isayama Hajime) and discover great exhibits!

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2020.12.11