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<rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:xstep="http://www.xstep.biz/rss/"><channel><title>ゲーム・eスポーツ</title><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/search/label/Games.xml</link><language>ja</language><item><title>Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2022</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_event/kpf2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2022 13:45:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[One of Kyushu's largest pop culture festivals will return to Kitakyushu for the first time since 2019! Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival (KPF) will be held from 26th to  27th November 2022. Kitakyushu City hosts the event, which will welcome an exciting array of popular voice artists and musical performers as guests!<br />]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2022/09/f6333b69b91ad0.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Interview Now - 岡咲美保 (Okasaki Miho), 熊田茜音 (Kumada Akane), MindaRyn -</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/interview/movie_ten_sura.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 16:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[The voice artist Miho Okasaki, who plays Rimuru in "Theatrical version That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond," took to the KPF2022 stage alongside Kumada Akane who voices the character of Eren in the "TenSura" TV anime series. They were joined by MindaRyn who sings the theme song for theatrical version of "TenSura!" ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2022/12/f638ea30286bdb.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>[News #2] Coming soon! Look forward to stage performances and to the "Anime x Kitakyushu" collaboration experiences! </title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_event/kpf2022/info_2.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[One of Kyushu's largest pop culture festivals will be held on Nov. 26th (Sat.)/Nov. 27th (Sun.). Mark this event, Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival (KPF) 2022 in your calendar! One after another, new gorgeous voice actors and artists have been announced, who are said to be attending as guests. Another highlight is the "Anime x Kitakyushu" collaboration booths!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2022/11/f636c39960a19c.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>[News #1] Popular voice artists will be making an appearance at Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2022!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_event/kpf2022/info_1.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival (KPF) 2022 will be held on Sat. 26th and Sun. 27th November 2022! Popular voice artists such as Kamiya Akira, Chiba Shigeru, Furukawa Toshio, Hirakawa Daisuke, Ishikawa Kaito will be making an appearance!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2022/09/f63216cb82aba3.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Fukuoka Otaku Map</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[In this feature we'll be introducing you to Fukuoka's anime and cosplay scene, but the term "otaku" doesn't just apply to a single subculture, it's used to refer to "enthusiasts" of various genres.]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2015/08/f55c4265b3f7b8.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) - BANDAI NAMCO Cross Store Hakata</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/bandainamco_crossstore_hakata.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 16:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Discover 13 official BANDAI NAMCO Group shops all under one roof! The BANDAI NAMCO Cross Store Hakata has opened in Canal City Hakata. One of the shops inside the facility only exists in Fukuoka, so be sure to check it out!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2022/07/f62d9170f537e6.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) ICHIBAN KUJI OFFICIAL SHOP HAKATA BUS TERMINAL</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/Ichibankuji_official_shop_hakata.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2021 16:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["ICHIBAN KUJI OFFICIAL SHOP HAKATA BUS TERMINAL", opened in September this year! Feel the excitement of no-lose lottery! There's a chance to get your hands on your favorite anime / game character original goods! Don't miss the chance to check out the samples of upcoming products, which can only be seen at the official shop!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/11/f619703ab84dc8.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) - gashacoco</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/gashacoco.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[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!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/10/f61669c52301cd.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>New attractions in "NOBOLT"! A mystery solving game held on weekend nights in October!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/nobolt.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2021 17:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[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!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/10/f6162b363edc8c.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Pokémon on manhole covers!? Discover "Poké Futa" that can only be seen in Kitakyushu City! </title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/pokemon_manhole.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[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♪]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/09/f613ea174b2e9c.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>The mystery solving game event "DIGIMON ADVENTURE: in NAZOTOMO" is running at Hamleys Canal City Hakata!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/NAZOTOMOcafe_digimon.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2021 16:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["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:"!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/08/f6126ec5fbc274.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Voice actor supporting event originated in Fukuoka ― "Next Stars Circle vol.6" ― scheduled on 26th September (Sunday)!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/next_stars_circle_6.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:45:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[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! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/08/f61149099d03a1.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Interview Now - 松山洋 (Matsuyama Hiroshi) ＆ Yoann Gueritot -</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/interview/CyberConnect2_fuga.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:45:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["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! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/08/f610b500268d8b.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>CyberConnect2's first self-published video game for celebrating the 25th anniversary - "Fuga: Melodies of Steel" - to be released on 29th July (Thu)!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/fuga.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[CyberConnect2 is a video game company based in Fukuoka, Japan. Its first self-published video game, a dramatic simulation RPG named "Fuga: Melodies of Steel" will be released on 29th July (Thursday)! Available in 9 languages including English and French♪]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/07/f60e8083ca0985.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>The only official Nintendo store in Japan is coming to Kyushu! Visit the pop-up store at FUKUOKA PARCO which opens until 25th July (Sun)!</title><categoryId>icPhoto</categoryId><categoryName>Photo</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/photo/event/parco_supermario.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2021 16:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[The only official Nintendo store in Japan, "Nintendo TOKYO", is going to set up pop-up stores at 5 PARCO in different places of Japan. We have taken this rare opportunity to take a look and will share with you everything about the store!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/06/f60d95a1b3606a.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>The souvenir item in the smartphone game "DRAGON QUEST WALK" becomes real!? A limited-edition in collaboration with Fukuoka's confectionery brand - "Slime Niwaka Senpei"! </title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/slime_niwakasenpei.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2021 10:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[The popular smartphone game app "DRAGON QUEST WALK" is collaborating with "Niwaka Senpei", a famous Fukuoka's confectionery! The "Niwakana Omen Slime" that appears in the game is coming to the real world as "Slime Niwaka Senpei" and is available for a limited time only! Also, do check out the rare gift! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/06/f60c810a9caacc.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>"Next Stars Circle vol.5" will be held on 18th July (Sunday)! A chance to meet famous voice artists in Fukuoka♪</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/next_stars_circle_5.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["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!! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/06/f60b9e18370c9a.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>A game app for smartphones, "ENGAWADANSHI TO KEMONOTAN" is released! Enoki Junya and Han Megumi for the voice cast! </title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/endan.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2021 16:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[GANBARION, Fukuoka-based video game company, has released a game app for smartphones named "<em>ENGAWADANSHI TO KEMONOTAN</em>"! While enjoying the country life in a place surrounded by nature, a kind-hearted young man helps to get rid of "kemono (monsters)" which have been a problem to the people! Popular voice actors Enoki Junya and Han Megumi for the voice cast!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/05/f60b4336827674.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_spot/e_zo_fukuoka/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 May 2021 16:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[A new attraction in Fukuoka - BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA has opened on Tuesday 21st July 2020! Full of exciting entertainment that cannot be enjoyed in one day so do make a plan before visiting! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/07/f5f1dd2dd7d806.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) -  Kurayami Yuenchi (くらやみ遊園地)</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/kurayami_yuenchi/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["Kurayami Yuenchi" ― the long-awaited entertainment spot for horror lovers is now open in Tenjin, Fukuoka City! Take a step into the extraordinary world full of thrills and excitements! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/04/f6066ebf5c0d7a.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Kurayami Yuenchi | BIOHAZARD WALKTHROUGH THE FEAR</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/kurayami_yuenchi/biohazard.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Feel the ultimate immersion from the latest VR attraction "BIOHAZARD WALKTHROUGH THE FEAR" that first launched in Kyushu, Japan! Take a step into the haunted house and get a new kind of experience! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/03/f605d6e3af14d9.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Kurayami Yuenchi | Connected Room</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/kurayami_yuenchi/connected_room.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[2 people chained in a dark room ― what starts from such a movie-like scene is a mission completing game of horror attraction named "Connected Room"! It is a new game by OBAKEN, an escape game themed haunted house in Honancho (Tokyo) which has created numerous horror contents. Can you escape from this?!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/03/f605d6e3b3e891.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Kurayami Yuenchi | MEIZU (迷図) ZERO</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/kurayami_yuenchi/meizu_zero.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[The popular haunted house in Tokyo "MEIZU" has launched a "Kurayami Yuenchi Special Edition"! Referred to as the "scariest" attraction of Kurayami Yuenchi! Face your fears in the dark and try to escape!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/03/f605d6e3b38935.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Kurayami Yuenchi | Ushinokoku Chika Byōin (丑の刻地下病院)</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/kurayami_yuenchi/ushinokoku_chikabyouin.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["Ushinokoku Chika Byōin" is a horror escape game where the story takes place at a cursed hospital in Fukuoka. It is an original game by TAITO which is limited and first launched in Fukuoka City! Is good memory the key to escape?]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/03/f605d6e3b44d3f.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>"MONSTER HUNTER" Movie: A live-action film produced by Hollywood based on popular Japanese video game! To be released in Japan on 26 March! </title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/monster_hunter_movie.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2021 17:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[It's a must to see the powerful creatures and cool effects that make you feel so real! The movie adaption of a world-famous game series "MONSTER HUNTER" will be released in Japan soon on Friday 26 March!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/03/f6041058837236.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>[niconico Live cancelled] Kitakyushu City x niconico Live: "KitaQ Festival 2021" ― held online in late March♪</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/kitakyu_fes.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[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♪ <br />]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/02/f60260ca332609.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>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"!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/q1st_esports.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2021 15:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[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!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2021/02/f6021d1a4654f3.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Let's cheer for the high school e-sports tournament "e-Football SDGs Cup 2020 in Kitakyushu"! Watch it live on YouTube on 20 September (Sunday)! </title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/esports_kitakyushu2020.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2020 15:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Watch the high school esports tournament "e-Football SDGs Cup 2020 in Kitakyushu" live on YouTube on Sunday 20 September 2020!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/09/f5f5ede734a060.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>An exhibition of the world-renowned Japanese fighting game "Street Fighter" is now running at FUKUOKA CITY SCIENCE MUSEUM until 22 September (Tuesday)♪</title><categoryId>icPhoto</categoryId><categoryName>Photo</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/photo/event/streetfighter_ten.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2020 15:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[An exhibition of the world-renowned Japanese fighting game, "Street Fighter Exhibition: <em>Ore Yori Tsuyoi Yatsura no Sekaiten</em> (lit.: The World of Those Stronger Than Me)" is now running at Fukuoka City Science Museum until Tuesday 22 September 2020♪]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/07/f5f0d6d42c4f95.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Ever thought that your voice would be on-air? "Seiyu Stadium 2020 - Koe no Shukudai (lit.: The homework of voice)" is now calling for participants!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/seiyu_stadium_2020.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2020 17:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["Seiyu Stadium 2020" - the event that supports junior and high school students who wish to become voice actors - is now calling for participants! This time, the best performer's voice will be announced on the anime song radio program "Ani-tune"! There is no participation fee required so grab this chance and take the challenge! <br />]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/07/f5f0b255702663.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Fukuoka Otaku Map -ver. 痛 (Two) - V-World AREA</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/v_world_area.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2020 13:45:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Fukuoka Otaku Map - ver. 痛 (Two) is back with a brand new installment! Introducing "V-World AREA" at the entertainment complex BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA (6th & 7th floor)! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/06/f5ef5aa1202daf.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Interview Now - Sengoku Gaming -</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/interview/sengoku_gaming.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2020 15:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[An email interview of Sengoku Gaming - a professional esports team based in Fukuoka, looking forward to playing a part in the world championship tournament of the PC online game "League of Legends!" Find out more about these professional gamers' thoughts and daily lives!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/06/f5ee9eac58779f.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Meet the up-and-coming voice artists in Fukuoka♪ "Next Stars Circle vol.4" to be held on Sunday 27th September 2020!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/next_stars_circle_4.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2020 15:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Exciting voice artists' event is on their way to Fukuoka♪The "Next Stars Circle vol.4" will be held in RESOLA NTT YUME-TENJIN HALL on Sunday 27th September! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/06/f5ef1d7213f2d6.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Fukuoka Otaku Map-ver. 痛 (Two) -  animate Fukuoka PARCO</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/otakumap/animate_fukuoka_parco.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2020 10:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Fukuoka Otaku Map - ver. 痛 (Two) is back with a brand new installment! This time we are going to introduce the relocated and reopened "animate Fukuoka PARCO"! ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/04/f5e956e2bb07b1.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>The iconic computer game character born in Japan, "SONIC"  has finally made his debut in Hollywood! "SONIC THE MOVIE" is set to hit Japanese movie theaters soon!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/378.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[The iconic Japanese computer game character "SONIC" first burst on to the scene in 1991! After a long wait, he has finally made his debut in Hollywood! We had a chance to go to a private screening of the movie (Japanese subtitled version) for the media! Check out our report on the film!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/02/f5e4ba1c353402.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>The romantic story of a clumsy otaku couple... The live action movie "WOTAKOI: LOVE IS HARD FOR OTAKU" is set to hit Japanese cinemas on 7th February!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/375.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2020 14:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[A film packed full of otaku-related things and phrases... The live action movie "Wotaku ni Koi ha Muzukashii (WOTAKOI: LOVE IS HARD FOR OTAKU)" is set to hit Japanese cinemas on 7th February! We had the chance to attend the preview! We also have an awesome prize to give away to one lucky reader! Don't miss out♪]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/01/f5e2a931b51c37.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Enjoy all the sub-culture spots around Tenjin! The "Nomi-asobi Fukuoka" event is just around the corner!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/372.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2020 16:45:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Enjoy food and drink in some of the hottest sub-culture spots around Tenjin, Fukuoka City! An exciting event called "Nomi-asobi Fukuoka" will be take place on 22nd and 23rd February!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2020/01/f5e201124e5f23.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>animate Kokura Branch (アニメイト小倉)</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/tif/shopping/7.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2020 17:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Come here and you'll know what anime are popular in Japan! Just what do you think got Patrick excited at "Animate Kokura"?]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/11/f5dde7029e059b.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>[Feature Events] Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2019</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_event/kpf2019/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2019 17:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[The "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2019" will be held on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December! This two day event, which is one of the biggest pop culture festivals in Kyushu, will feature anime-related attractions and welcome talented voice artists! Be sure to check it out!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/10/f5d9fdf2f6e182.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>The "KPF2019" venue</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_event/kpf2019/booth.html</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2019 15:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[The "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2019" proved to be a huge success! Check-out our photo report to find-out more about the event!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/12/f5df881068393e.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>[News #3] The "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2019" is just round the corner! Visitors can expect lots of awesome anime collaborations!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_event/kpf2019/info_3.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:45:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Don't miss the awesome "MADO-MAGI" "KAGUYA-SAMA," and "MY HERO ACADEMIA" collaborations at this year's KPF!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/11/f5dcb974270082.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>[News #2] The “Sword Art Online: Alicization” exhibit is set to return following last year's success! Don't miss live performances by four awesome artists!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_event/kpf2019/info_2.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2019 13:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[The "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2019" is just round the corner! Find-out which voice artists are set to make an appearance at the event! It has also been revealed that four awesome artists will be performing live during the festival!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/11/f5dc4d7353eb54.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>[News #1] Check-out the amazing line-up and program for the "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2019!"</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_event/kpf2019/info_1.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2019 17:30:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[The "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2019" will be held on Saturday 30th November and Sunday 1st December! This two day event is one of the biggest pop culture festivals in Kyushu! We took a closer look at the KPF 2019 official announcement to find out what will be going down!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/10/f5d9fe328c195b.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>A must for fans of katana swords and Japanese armour! "侍 ～もののふの美の系譜～ The Exhibition of SAMURAI" is now running at the Fukuoka City Museum until 4th November!   </title><categoryId>icPhoto</categoryId><categoryName>Photo</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/photo/event/samurai_ten.html</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2019 13:45:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["侍 ～もののふの美の系譜～ The Exhibition of SAMURAI" opened at the Fukuoka City Museum on Saturday 7th September! This report covers the popular exhibit and its collaboration with the huge online game "刀剣乱舞-ONLINE-" (Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-)-!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/09/f5d7a237b458fd.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>NOBOLT</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/issue_spot/nobolt.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2019 13:45:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[A huge indoor sports facility called "NOBOLT" recently opened in Fukuoka! The complex is based in the same premises as "Marinoa City FUKUOKA," a large scale shopping outlet located in the Nishi-ku area of the city! Visitors can enjoy all sorts of exciting attractions, such as the fast-paced "BIRD GLIDER" and "SPEED CLIMBING!"  ]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/09/f5d80a683bb74d.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Young up-and-coming voice artists are on their way to Fukuoka♪ "Next Stars Circle vol.002" will be held in RESOLA NTT YUME-TENJIN HALL on 28th September!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/355.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2019 18:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[Young up-and-coming voice artists are on their way to Fukuoka♪ "Next Stars Circle vol.002" will be held in RESOLA NTT YUME-TENJIN HALL on 28th September to support the next generation of voice artists!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/07/f5d36596c4e1c4.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>[Giveaway for Readers!] "侍 ～もののふの美の系譜～ The Exhibition of SAMURAI" will be held at the Fukuoka City Museum from 7th September! Don't miss the awesome "Touken Ranbu" collaboration♪</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/352.html</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2019 17:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[A special event called "侍 ～もののふの美の系譜～ The Exhibition of SAMURAI" will be running from 7th September to 4th November 2019 at the Fukuoka City Museum! It also features a special collaboration with the popular game "Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-"♪ Check it out!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/07/f5d2fd0ed0618a.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>Interview Now - 小岩井ことり (Koiwai Kotori) -</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/interview/79.html</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2019 18:15:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[We had the chance to interview Koiwai Kotori, the voice artist of Fukuoka-born VOCALOID duo "MEIKA Hime & Mikoto!" We will also be covering an event called "Koiwai Kotori's Live Lecture on the Game Commentary feat. MEIKA Hime & Mikoto" held on Sunday, July 7♪]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/07/f5d3576f6ae081.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>We went to the Movie, "DRAGON QUEST: YOUR STORY" preview, opening nationwide on Friday 2 August 2019!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/349.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2019 18:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride" which was released for the first time in 1992 for the "Super Famicom (SNES) home console" is a famous work that fans like to date. This game was adapted into a 3DCG animation titled "DRAGON QUEST: YOUR STORY," and we have attended the movie preview! Here's our report!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/07/f5d246cf77c45e.jpg</xstep:image></item><item><title>[Prizes!] "Dragon Quest Concert: Sugiyama Koichi and the Kyushu Symphony Orchestra" opens in Kurume City on Sunday 18 August!</title><categoryId>icFeature</categoryId><categoryName>Feature</categoryName><link>http://asianbeat.com/en/feature/culture_watch/342.html</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2019 16:00:00 +0900</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA["Dragon Quest Concert: Sugiyama Koichi and the Kyushu Symphony Orchestra" opens at Ishibashi Bunka Hall (Ishibashi Cultural Center, Kurume City) in Kurume City on Sunday 18 August! Enjoy the world of the popular game, "Dragon Quest", in music!]]></content:encoded><xstep:image>http://asianbeat.com/files/2019/05/f5ce777803d0a0.jpg</xstep:image></item></channel></rss>
