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

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

"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

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

"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

The 6th Kitakyushu International Manga Competition is calling for entries!

"The 6th Kitakyushu International Manga Competition" is calling for entries! The theme for this time is "Eat". Whether you are a professional or an amateur, put your inspiration into the four frames and apply now!

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2021.06.07

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

"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

Solo exhibition of illustrator COTOH TSUMI will be held in Fukuoka City! Theme song for this exhibition was created by Tabuchi Hisako from "NUMBER GIRL"!!

Solo exhibition of COTOH TSUMI, a well-known illustrator who has created key-visuals for music unit "YOASOBI", will be held in FUKUOKA PARCO from 27th March to 12th April 2021! Theme song for this exhibition was createdd by Tabuchi Hisako from "NUMBER GIRL"!!

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2021.03.16

[niconico Live cancelled] Kitakyushu City x niconico Live: "KitaQ Festival 2021" ― held online in late March♪

The "KitaQ Festival" that introduces the appeal of Kitakyushu City (Fukuoka Prefecture) will be held online this year on 25 and 26 March (Thu & Fri)! Who you will see at the event are Kaneko Yuki (voice actor), Oda Ayaka and other HKT48 members, as well as the VTuber Siro♪

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2021.03.02

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

A new community-based esports competition involving Kyushu areas ― "Q1 Super Tournament" is coming soon! The first online tournament's game title is "Brawl Stars"!

With the aim of popularizing e-sports, the Fukuoka e-sports Association is going to held a new community-based esports competition involving Kyushu areas, "Q1 Super Tournament"♪ The first online tournament's game title is "Brawl Stars"! Sign up and play your best to become the strongest in Kyushu!

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2021.02.12

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

Fukuoka Illumination 2020

Winter is coming to Fukuoka. Check "Fukuoka Illumination 2020" to find out the latest information of the lovely and heartwarming illumination spots in Fukuoka!

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2021.01.07

Discover the cute and dark world ― the "Higuchi Yuko CIRCUS" exhibition at FUKUOKA ART MUSEUM!

Completely captivated by the cuteness and darkness! The "Higuchi Yuko CIRCUS" exhibition has started from Thursday 24th December 2020!

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2021.01.06