Limited-time shops based on the character Nyanko-sensei from the anime movie Natsume’s Book of Friends The Movie: Tied to the Temporal World will open at KIDDY LAND branches in Harajuku, Osaka Umeda, Ikebukuro Sunshine City, LaLaport EXPOCITY and Fukuoka PARCO are set to open sequentially beginning on October 20.
The original anime adaptation of Natsume’s Book of Friends aired from July 2008 to June 2017. The movie was released this year, ten years after the series aired, on September 29 and is still being shown in Japanese cinemas. It has earned immense popularity up and down the country having topped the weekend box office chart in Japan.
KIDDY LAND saw a Nyanko-sensei themed shop previously on June 2018 and it was a huge success, so they’re bringing it back to celebrate the release of the movie. Fans can look forward to getting their hands on limited edition and new merchandise. At the Osaka Umeda branch there will also be a special photo spot set up for you to take your picture and commemorate the film’s release.
Get your hands on some exclusive Nyanko-sensei goodies at KIDDY LAND whose merchandise is the kind that’s sure to fill you with joy just by looking at it!
Information
KIDDY LAND – Nyanko-sensei Shop ~Futatabi~
1st Run: October 20, 2018 – November 20, 2018
KIDDY LAND Umeda: Hankyu Sanbangai North, 1-1-3 Shibata, Kita Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
KIDDY LAND LaLaport EXPOCITY: 3F LaLaport EXPOCITY, 2-1 Senribanpakukoen, Suita, Osaka Prefecture
KIDDY LAND Fukuoka PARCO: Fukuoka PARCO, 2-11-1 Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture
2nd Run: November 3, 2018 – November 25, 2018
KIDDY LAND Harajuku: 6-1-9 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
KIDDY LAND Sunshine City: 3-3-1 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo
Store Details: https://www.kiddyland.co.jp/event/nyanko_shop/
“Natsume’s Book of Friends” Anime Website: http://www.natsume-anime.jp/
© Yuki Midorikawa・Hakusensha / “Natsume’s Book of Friends” Production Committee
RECOMMENDED ENTRIES
-
Natsume’s Book of Friends The Movie: Tied to the Temporal World will be released on September 29, 2018. It was recently revealed that Japanese singer Uru would sing the movie's main theme.
To celebrate the release of the movie, two themed cafes will open in Tokyo and Saitama as well as a character café booth at the Kyoto International Manga & Anime Fair 2018 (Kyomaf). Tokyo: Autumn Picnic Set - ¥1,690 (Pre-Tax)
Tokyo: Triple Nyanko-Sensei's Odango Style Tear & Share Bread - ¥1,390 (Pre-Tax)
To get fans in the mood for the upcoming movie the cafés will serve a variety of themed dishes tied to autumn as well as merchandise with an autumn-time theme.Merchandise: Postcard Set - ¥600 (Pre-Tax)
Tokyo: Original Stickers (Booking Gift)
Those who book at the Tokyo café in advance will receive one of four randomly selected original stickers pictured above. There will also be five different coasters selected randomly and given to those who order from the menu.Kyomaf: Nyanko-sensei Hot Egg Don - Price TBA
The menu items will differ at all three cafés, so enjoy a Natsume Book of Friends themed meal before seeing the movie.■Information Café Dates Tokyo: September 14, 2018 - October 14, 2018 Saitama: October 4, 2018 - October 28, 2018 Kyomaf: September 15, 2018 - September 16, 2018Café Opening Hours Tokyo: 11:00am-9:40pm Saitama: 11:00am-8:00pm (Last Orders 7:00pm) Kyomaf: 9:00am-5:00pm (until 4:00pm on September 16 Café Locations Tokyo: Omotesando Box Cafe&Space Saitama: BOX CAFE&SPACE Kyomaf: Kyoto International Manga & Anime Fair (Kyomaf) 2018 Character Café Booth *For access details check each café's official website. Entry Tokyo: Booking costs ¥500 online. 80 minutes stay max. Saitama/Kyomaf: No booking necessary. Café Official Website: https://natsume-movie-cafe.jp Natsume's Book of Friends Movie Website: http://natsume-movie.com/ ©Yuki Midorikawa・Hakusensha / Natsume's Book of Friends Project -
Uru Unveils Cover Art for Her New Single ‘remember’ – Opening Theme to the Upcoming Natsume’s Book of Friends Movie
Uru will release her new single remember on September 26. The artwork for the single has now been unveiled.This marks the J-pop singer’s first release since her first album Monochrome dropped in December last year. It is also her 6th single to date will serve to decorate the set-list of her second concert. The single will be used as the main theme song for the upcoming anime film Natsume’s Book of Friends The Movie: Tied to the Temporal World which is based on the manga and anime Natsume’s Book of Friends by Yuki Midorikawa. remember will be released in two versions: a limited pressing anime edition and regular edition. The anime edition features original artwork of the popular characters of Natsume’s Book of Friends, including the cute Nyanko-sensei from the movie who can divide himself into three cats. Shiori Iwakura, a photographer gaining attention on Instagram, was in charge of the single’s regular edition artwork. The photo evokes the feeling of the end of summer with a beautiful moment caught of the stretching horizon on an ordinary day. It reinforces the images brought to mind by the song even more. Iwakura also took the most recent artist photo of Uru which was released the other day. It’s a nostalgic portrait that was taken during a photo session in Kagawa Prefecture. Since her debut, Uru has sung about the workings of the heart like its gentleness and the joy felt in everyday life, as well as the transience of existence. remember covers a variety of feelings including encounters with special people―something that anyone must have experienced―and the sadness and loneliness when separated from them, and the memories of them that continue in your mind when parting from them, which is mixed with emotions like love and warmth, knowing that it isn’t goodbye. The song shows that Uru has taken a big step forward as both a singer and songwriter. The single also includes the songs Gomen ne., an upbeat song by Uru, as well as a new recording of her famous cover of Masayoshi Yamazaki’s One more time, One more chance which she uploaded to YouTube before her debut, and a cover of Freesia, the ending theme for Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans. The future is looking exciting for Uru as she goes on to grow and expand her musicianship. ■Information New Single – “remember” On Sale: September 26, 2018 Limited Pressing Edition (Anime Edition): CD+Blu-ray – ¥1,800 (Tax Included) [AICL-3560~1] Regular Edition: CD – ¥1,200 (Tax Included) Tour Information March 10, 2019 @ Tokyo Dome City Hall *Details TBA Uru Official Website: http://uru-official.com ©Yuki Midorikawa・Hakusensha / Natsume's Book of Friends Project -
Natsume’s Book of Friends The Movie: Tied to the Temporal World Music Video Released with Main Theme Song ‘remember’ by Uru
Uru will release her new single remember on September 26. The song will serve as the main theme song for the upcoming anime movie Natsume’s Book of Friends The Movie: Tied to the Temporal World. A collaborative music video was uploaded to Uru's official YouTube channel on August 27.This marks the J-pop singer’s first release since her first album Monochrome dropped in December last year and her first single since Kiseki which was used as the main theme song for the Japanese drama series Konodori. Watch the music video below. The music video captures the beautiful world of Natsume's Book of Friends and its characters and links up perfectly with the song. Its a recipe that's sure to warm the hearts of those who watch it. Uru's Comments "I have read the story of both the original manga and the movie. It's a story about humans and spirits, but it's rooted in the encounters and separations we experience in life and includes themes of isolation and loneliness, people's gentleness and love. It's a masterpiece that moves the heart. I want not just kids to watch it but adults too. And for that reason, I wanted the song to reflect that. I wrote the song for people to build on their experiences and feel warm inside after listening to it as it talks about how the heart moves during our encounters and separations in life, things which everyone has experienced at least once. I would be overjoyed if people can feel that when watching the movie." The music video is a special YouTube version and has different parts from the music video included in the limited pressing edition of the single which drops on September 26. Be sure to check out both videos. ■Information New Single – “remember” On Sale: September 26, 2018 Limited Pressing Edition (Anime Edition): CD+Blu-ray – ¥1,800 (Tax Included) [AICL-3560~1] Regular Edition: CD – ¥1,200 (Tax Included) Tour Information March 10, 2019 @ Tokyo Dome City Hall *Details TBA Uru Official Website: http://uru-official.com 'Natsume's Book of Friends The Movie' Official Website: http://natsume-movie.com/ ©Yuki Midorikawa・Hakusensha / Natsume’s Book of Friends Project
RELATED ENTRIES
-
On December 25, Klang Ruler will release the Unbelievable EP, including the new song Unbelievable, used as the ending theme for the TBS anime series Trillion Game. The series began on October 3. The EP will be inspired by Trillion Game and include new songs like Honey Money, Gimme Gimme, Placeless Boy, and Tired. A teaser video for Unbelievable with narration from Trillion Game has also been released.
October 2, 2024The music video for Unbelievable has been released. The video, directed by the alternative collective GROUPN, retains the vibes of the anime series, with the members of Klang Ruler dressed as salarymen as they attempt to overcome their colleagues to become the best. Information
Unbelievable EP (Trillion Game-Inspired EP)
Release Date: December 25, 2024Unbelievable (Pre-distribution)
Streaming Date: October 2, 2024
Streaming URL: https://klang-ruler.lnk.to/Unbelievable_EP -
On February 22, known as Ninja Day in Japan, a teaser visual and website for the anime adaptation of the manga series Under Ninjawere unveiled. The series will premiere on TBS and other networks in October 2023.
Under Ninja is written and illustrated by Kengo Hanazawa, known for his series I Am a Hero and Boys on the Run. The manga series is currently serialized in Kodansha’s Weekly Young Magazine and tells the story of a secret society of ninjas. While the underground warriors were thought to have disappeared after WWII, Kuro Kumogakure is one of them, though he’s also a NEET.
A TV anime adaptation has been announced for 2023, a teaser trailer has been released, and a new teaser visual and teaser website have also been unveiled.
Teaser Trailer
The new visual released on February 22 depicts the main character Kuro lurking in the shadows. The staff lineup has also been revealed, with the series being directed by Satoshi Kuwabara with character designs by Nobuteru Yuki.
Check out the teaser site and get ready for battle in October!
©花沢健吾・講談社／アンダーニンジャ製作委員会
-
The 31st Character Song CD from Cygames’ popular smartphone anime RPG Princess Connect! Re:Dive was released on January 25, 2023.
This new release includes the song Knight’s Soul sung by Matsuri (Asami Shimoda) and Christina (Chiaki Takahashi), as well as Hatsuyuki Twin Approach by Yori (Sayuri Hara) and Akari (Azumi Asakura). Original karaoke and solo remixes of each song are also included.
These tracks were used as the ending themes for the limited-time Tribal Spirits: Raising Sword and Pride Bridge event, which began last October, and the Happy Happening Happy Twin Angels and Christmas Eve Gift event, which began last November.
The songs are also available to stream on all major music streaming services!
In addition, a music campaign will begin on February 14 to celebrate the fifth anniversary of Princess Connect! Exclusive A3-size posters (2 varieties) will be given to those who purchase the new CD at participating stores while supplies last.
© Cygames, Inc.Information
Princess Connect! Re:Dive – PRICONNE CHARACTER SONG 31
Release Date: January 25, 2023
Buy CD: https://priconne.lnk.to/CD-ReDive31
Streaming Links:
https://priconne.lnk.to/ReDive-31 -
An album featuring both the opening and ending themes of the anime series TRIGUN STAMPEDE will be released on a single album on February 22, 2023 from TOY’S STORE. The opening, TOMBI, is performed by Kvi Baba, while the ending, Hoshi no Kuzu α, is performed by both Salyu and Haruka Nakamura. Preorders are now available and those snagging a copy will also be gifted an original sticker featuring the album’s artwork. The record is only available in limited quantities and sales will conclude once the item is sold out. TRIGUN STAMPEDE Non-Credit Ending
TOMBI, performed by Kvi Baba, was released on January 6 and has seen a surge in popularity, appearing on a number of popular playlists and reaching the top spot on the iTunes Rap and Hip-Hop chart. The ending theme song, Hoshi no Kuzu α by Salyu and Haruka Nakamura, was released on January 13, 2023. The jacket features an original design featuring the main character, Vash the Stampede, from the Trigun anime series. The jacket was designed by Takahiro Yasuda, an art director and graphic designer belonging to the creative association CEKAI. The non-credit ending video featuring the ending theme song is now available on the YouTube TOHO animation channel. Be sure to tune into the long-awaited series TRIGUN STAMPEDE! © 2023 内藤泰弘・少年画報社／「TRIGUN STAMPEDE」製作委員会 Information
Record / V.A. Tombi / Hoshi no Kuzu α
Release Date: February 22, 2023*TOY’S STORE limited item (Quantities are limited and sales will end when stock runs out.)
*Purchase bonus: Original sticker (Same design as the record jacket)TOY’S STORE:
Kvi Baba
https://store.toysfactory.co.jp/shop.asp?cd=67
Salyu
https://store.toysfactory.co.jp/pc/shop.asp?cd=19TOMBI – Kvi Baba (1st Major Single)
Streaming Sites: https://tf.lnk.to/kvibaba_tombiHoshi no Kuzu α – Salyu × Haruka Nakamura
Streaming Sites: https://TF.lnk.to/hoshinokuzu_alpha -
Hoshi no Kuzu α, the new song by Salyu × Haruka Nakamura, was released on streaming services on January 13, 2023.
The track will be used as the ending theme for the TRIGUN STAMPEDE anime series. It will be featured starting in the second episode which airs on January 14 at 23:00.
A six-song EP titled March of the Saints has also been announced, scheduled to release on March 8, 2023. Hoshi no Kuzu α will be included and the cover art has been released. Preorders are open now!
TRIGUN STAMPEDE
Information
Hoshi no Kuzu α – Salyu × Haruka Nakamura
Release Date: January 13, 2023
*Streaming Links: https://TF.lnk.to/hoshinokuzu_alphaMarch of the Saints EP
Release Date: March 8, 2023
*Purchase: https://tf.lnk.to/Seijanokoushin_EP -
TrySail is a popular girl group consisting of three popular voice actresses: Momo Asakura, Sora Amamiya, and Shiina Natsukawa. Since their debut in 2015, the girls have performed incredible live concerts, managing to hold successful events at Yokohama Arena and the Yoyogi National Gymnasium. TrySail’s latest album, Re Bon Voyage, was released in September 2021, reaching the #5 spot on the Oricon Weekly Ranking. The group’s newest song, Karei One Turn, will be used as the theme song for the 2023 anime series My One-Hit Kill Sister. The happy-go-lucky track can be heard in the second teaser trailer for the show.
Along with this exciting anime tie-up, TrySail has announced the song flower. The song will be used to commemorate the group’s upcoming event ‘LAWSON presents TrySail Arena Live 2023 ~Ai ni Yuku yacht! Minna de Aso-boat!~’ Be sure to watch out for what else TrySail has in store for fans in 2023! Information
My One-Hit Kill Sister
TrySail Official Site: https://trysail.jp/