Japan-Philippines co-production film, "GENSAN PUNCH" shooting in progress! Filming locations include Fukuoka!

Introducing a Japan-Philippines co-production film, "GENSAN PUNCH" - which we had a chance to get a sneak peek into one of their filming locations in Fukuoka!

Explore the world behind manga, anime and movies! Real-life Locations Tour in Fukuoka | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Hot Spot｜ Movies｜

2020.07.28

"Jiko Bukken Kowai Madori (EN.: STIGMATIZED PROPERTIES)" - Horror movie starring Kamenashi Kazuya from KAT-TUN! Scheduled to be released in Japan on 28 August (Friday)!

It is Kamenashi Kazuya's (from a Japanese idol group KAT-TUN) first appearance in a horror movie! We had a chance to see the media preview of "Jiko Bukken Kowai Madori" which will be released on Friday 28 August in Japan!

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2020.07.20

The horror movie "Inunaki-Mura (HOWLING VILLAGE)" is coming back! "Inunaki-Mura (less terrifying movie version)" is scheduled to be release!

The movie Inunaki-Mura (HOWLING VILLAGE) is inspired by the "Old Inunaki Tunnel" in Fukuoka which is known as "the scariest haunted spot" in Japan. After becoming one of the hot topics among horror movie fans, it is coming back to the screen as "Inunaki-Mura - less frightening version"! Experience a new kind of "scary yet cute" feeling at the cinema!

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2020.05.27

UCC is going to release new coffee cans in collaboration with "EVANGELION", ahead of the release of upcoming "EVANGELION 3.0+1.0"!

UCC is going to release new coffee cans in collaboration with "EVANGELION", ahead of the release of upcoming "EVANGELION 3.0+1.0"! Actually this is not their first collaboration and it has a long history behind!

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2020.05.19

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!

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!

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2020.03.05

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!

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♪

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2020.02.06

The "二ノ国" (NINOKUNI) movie is finally set to hit Japanese cinemas on Friday 23rd August! There's so much to enjoy!

The movie adaptation of "NINOKUNI," a popular title from the Fukuoka-based game company "Level-5," will be released in Japan on Friday 23rd August! This film has so many visual and audio highlights! Keep your eyes and ears open!

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2019.08.20

We went to the Movie, "DRAGON QUEST: YOUR STORY" preview, opening nationwide on Friday 2 August 2019!

"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!

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2019.07.23

"EVANGELION 3.0+1.0" Operation 0706 - Fukuoka Venue - Event Report

Find-out more about the long-awaited new "EVANGELION" film! Approximately 300,000 people in Japan and 1.5 million fans around the world enjoyed this special screening of the “EVANGELION: 3.0+1.0 AVANT 1 (first 10 minutes 40 seconds 00 frames) 0706 Version"! Read on to find-out more about the Fukuoka event!

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2019.07.17

We went to see the movie, "海獣の子供" (Children of the Sea)! The world of the sea was depicted with overwhelming power of expression - Just too amazing!

We went to see the movie "海獣の子供" (Children of the Sea), which opened in cinemas on Friday 7 June in Japan! The world of the sea, which was depicted using overwhelming powers of illustration and expression, was in any case too wonderful!

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2019.06.10

Take a step into the world of "Laputa!" You will be able to take cool Ghibli-inspired photos in MARK IS fukuoka-momochi until June 22nd!

A real must for all Ghibli fans! MARK IS fukuoka-momochi is hosting a cool exhibition that gives visitors the chance to step into "Ghibli World"! The exhibits will be on display until Saturday June 22nd!

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2019.04.29

[Prizes!] The Japanese SF comic "Battle Angel Alita (GUNNM)" has been adapted into a Hollywood film! A special event took place to celebrate the release of the movie "Alita: Battle Angel!"

A special event took place to celebrate the release of "Alita: Battle Angel!" This highly anticipated title is based on Yukito Kishiro's science fiction manga "GUNNM." The movie was produced and written by legendary filmmaker James Cameron, and that's not all... Robert Rodriguez directed the piece!

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2019.03.25

The "Ghibli Expo - From Nausicaä to Marnie-" opens at the Fukuoka City Museum on 15th March!

The "Ghibli Expo -From Nausicaä to Marnie-" has been touring Japan since 2015. The popular retrospective is finally set to hit Fukuoka! The exhibition will run from 15th March to 23rd June at the Fukuoka City Museum! Be sure to check-it-out!

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2019.02.26

Sota Fukushi visited Fukuoka! A triumphant "Tabineko Report" event was held in Kokura Castle!

A "Tabineko Report" themed event took place at Kokura Castle, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture on Saturday 13th October ahead of the movie's nationwide release! Don't forget, the film hits Japanese cinemas on Friday 26th October!

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2018.10.18

"FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST EXHIBITION" at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

The action-packed world depicted in "FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST" is filled with charming characters and evocative storylines! Various aspects of the universe featured in this popular title will go on display at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum from 13th October!

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2018.10.09

The "Shinkai Makoto Exhibition - From 'The Voices of a Distant Star' to 'your name.'" is now on at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

An exhibition of original paintings, writing, theme songs, and images connected to anime director Makoto Shinkai is currently taking place at the Kitakyushu Manga Museum!

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2018.08.09

Interview Now - 中川晃教 (Akinori Nakagawa) & 染谷俊之 (Toshiyuki Someya) -

A special stage show called "銀河鉄道999 - GALAXY OPERA -" will be performed in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka this Summer! We caught up with two of the stars of the show, Akinori Nakagawa & Toshiyuki Someya, who visited Fukuoka to promote their upcoming performance! Let's find-out more about the play, what they get up to on their days off, and much more! Do not miss-out on some great prizes!

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2018.06.15

Main cast members from "Theatrical Version: KAMEN RIDER BUILD" descended on Fukuoka! A large-scale shoot took place on the streets of Kitakyushu City!

A large-scale filming session for "Theatrical Version: KAMEN RIDER BUILD" took place in Kokura, (Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka, Japan) on 12th May! Around 3,000 extras (mainly Kitakyushu citizens) participated in the outdoor shoot! Huge cheers broke out as soon as the cast made an appearance!

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2018.05.13

[Feature Events] Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2017

One of largest celebrations of sub-culture in the entire region, the "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival (KPF)" was recently held for the fourth time! We have got photos from both days of the event for you to check-out, as well as some cool prizes to give away! Read on to find-out more!

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2017.12.18

Interview Now - 山口勝平 (Kappei Yamaguchi), 伊藤美来 (Miku Ito) -

Since its initial release over 45 years ago, "MAZINGER Z" has gone on to have a huge influence on the world of Japanese anime. This year sees the fan favorite return as a movie! We spoke with members from the film's cast, Kappei Yamaguchi and Miku Ito at the "Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2017!" We've also got a couple of awesome prizes to give away!

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2017.12.04