A new full-scale ν Gundam statue was finally unveiled in Fukuoka! Report from the "Head Installation Ceremony"!

The press were invited to view a new full-scale ν Gundam statue during a special event, "Head Installation Ceremony", which took place at LaLaport Fukuoka on 22nd December (*Scheduled to open in spring 2022). The statue's imposing presence had the crowd shaking! Read on to find-out more!

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2021.12.27

Check out our report from the Fukuoka venue of the "BLACK BUTLER EXHIBITION -Rich Black-"!

The "BLACK BUTLER EXHIBITION -Rich Black-" is being held at the Hakata Hankyu Department Store in Fukuoka City until Sunday 19th December 2021. The exhibition is being staged to commemorate 15 years since the hugely popular manga "Kuroshitsuji" (BLACK BUTLER) was first serialized. If you are interested in visiting be sure to keep reading as this report aims to share more information about the venue, as well as the treasure-trove of exhibits and stunning illustrations currently on display!

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2021.12.16

The digital artwork on display at "teamLab Forest Fukuoka" has been reimagined in a winter setting♪

Exciting news from "teamLab Forest Fukuoka - SBI SECURITIES Co., Ltd." (Fukuoka City)! This permanent exhibition space, which is managed by the world-renowned art collective "teamLab," is exhibiting seasonal installations for a limited period!

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2021.12.09

Fukuoka Illumination 2021

Illumination season is finally here to glitter the night sky of winter! Let us show you the illumination spots of Fukuoka that will surely put you in a dreamy mood!

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2021.12.02

[Momochi Area] WINTER LIGHT FANTASY ILLUMINATION - Fukuoka PayPay Dome and its surrounding -

Come take pictures around the landmark of Fukuoka ー "Fukuoka PayPay Dome" during this WINTER LIGHT FANTASY ILLUMINATION event! The illumination event will be held until mid February♪

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2021.12.02

[Hakata Area] Canal Illumination 2021

The glittering illuminations are sparkling the commercial facility "Canal City Hakata" in Fukuoka City again this year! Let's get ready to rock with the Christmas season special musical fountain "CANAL XMAS DISCO" featuring "DJ Santa"!

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2021.11.19

[Hakata Area] Hikari no Machi HAKATA (光の街・博多)

With about 800,000 LED lights shining on a magnificent scale, illumination event "Hikari no Machi HAKATA" has started♪

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2021.11.12

"Kitakyushu Anime Song Piano Live 2021" will be held on November 28th (Sun) in Kitakyushu City♪

"Kitakyushu Anime Song Piano Live 2021" will be held on November 28th (Sun) in Kitakyushu City (Fukuoka Prefecture), which is promoting its city as a "manga and anime city"! Featuring four artists including Animenz, the popular pianist YouTuber and Matsui Sakiko, who is a former AKB48 member and is also active as a pianist♪

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2021.11.10

A large-scale idol event "Chikappa-sai 2021" will be held in Fukuoka City on Sunday, December 12th!

A large-scale idol event "Chikappa-sai 2021" will be held on December 12th (Sun) at MARINE MESSE FUKUOKA Hall B in Fukuoka City♪ Check out the grand gathering of the 12 idol groups!

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2021.11.09

"BLACK BUTLER EXHIBITION -Rich Black-" will be held at Hakata Hankyu Department Store in Fukuoka City from December 7th (Tuesday) to December 19th (Sunday).

"BLACK BUTLER EXHIBITION -Rich Black-" will be held to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the popular manga "Kuroshitsuji" (BLACK BUTLER) from December 7th (Tuesday) to December 19th (Sunday) at Hakata Hankyu Department Store in Fukuoka City. Many hand-drawn illustrations by manga artist Toboso Yana, raw manuscripts of famous scenes and more will be displayed! Can't wait for the exhibition!

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2021.11.08

"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

Enjoy Wild Game (Gibier) cuisine this fall on Nishitetsu's sightseeing train "THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO"♪

Enjoy the finest Wild Game (Gibier) cuisine this fall on the sightseeing train "THE RAIL KITCHEN CHIKUGO" operated by Nishi-Nippon Railroad♪ Why not enjoy wild wame cuisine on the train with the view of the train window?

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2021.10.19

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

"Fukuoka Overseas Students Association Culture Show 2021" where you can enjoy traditional culture from all over the world via online!

The event "Fukuoka Overseas Students Association Culture Show 2021", which is organized by international students living in Fukuoka, will be sharing their traditional culture, dances and songs via online on Saturday, October 9th. Feel free to join for a valuable opportunity to experience various cultures from all over the world!

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2021.10.07

Real Escape Game "Escape from the Zombie Theme Park at Night" in Kashiikaen with a theme song by BiSH♪

Protect the zombie paradise from humans! The Real Escape Game "Yoru no Zombie Yuenchi kara no Dasshutsu" (lit.: Escape from the Zombie Theme Park at Night) will be held on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from the end of October to November at Kashiikaen (Fukuoka City) after the park is closed. The event theme song is the newly written song "co" from BiSH, "a punk band without musical instruments"!

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2021.10.06

"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

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