The weather is getting cold and the winter season is just around the corner.
Can’t wait until Christmas which is the biggest winter event! I will introduce to you some romantic illumination spots which will be opened from November.
Shibuya Hikarie (2017,11,1 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
Minnie Mouse, the girlfriend of Mickey Mouse will appear at the event.
Various kinds of photo spots (scenes) will be installed in many areas inside the facility such as the scene where Minnie Mouse is preparing for Christmas with Micky Mouse and the scene where Minnie Mouse and Daisy are dressing up for the holiday season.
Detailed information:Mini Mouse will appear on Hikarie’s Christmas illumination “TOKYU CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND 2017”
TOKYU CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND 2017 – Disney DREAM MOMENTS
Date: 2017,11,1 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon)
※The date differs depending on the facility
Venue: Shibuya Hikarie
Address: 2nd street, 21-1, Shibuya, Shibuyaku, Tokyo
Tokyo Sky Tree (2017,11,9 (Thurs.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
A “French Christmas” event where Lisa and Gaspard are highlighted will be held at the 450m-high viewing galleria under the original story of “the first Christmas in Tokyo where Lisa and Gaspard decorate the highest observation deck of Tokyo Sky Tree.” The world of Lisa and Gaspard and hear-warming oil paintings can be enjoyed at this event while viewing the beautiful sight of the city with Christmas illuminations.
Detailed information: “Tokyo Sky Tree”×”Lisa and Gaspard” Christmas event
Date: 2017,11,9 (Thurs.) to 12,25 (Mon.)
Venue: Tokyo Sky Tree observation deck, viewing galleria
Tokyo Midtown (2017,11,15 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
“Midtown Christmas 2017” is a Christmas event which will reach its 10th year anniversary in November 2017. A rendition of cosmic space above the vast 2,000㎡ grass area can enjoyed at the popular main event “Star Light Garden.”
Different renditions will be performed each day under the theme of “cosmic journey!” You can enjoy the rendition each day imaging many kinds of planets in the solar system such as the “moon,” the “sun” and “Saturn.”
Detailed information: Tokyo Midtown which will reach its 10th year anniversary this year will hold a Christmas illumination event this year
Midtown Christmas 2017
Venue: Tokyo Midtown / 9th street, 7-1, Akasaka, Minatoku, Tokyo
Date: 11,15 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon.)
Light up: 17:00 to 23:00
※Welcome illumination – until 24:00
Omotesando Hills (11,8 (Wed.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
Under the theme of “100-colored Christmas trees’ wood,” an artistic Christmas illumination will be held. The vivid-colored woods of Christmas trees created by “Shikiri,” a concept based on Japan’s traditional “majikiri (partition)” and a 7m tall white tree which is a layered, three-sided pyramid tree will be set up. The sight of the soft light shows and the various kinds of colors depending on place, angle and time will offer each visitor an emotional experience.
Detailed information: Colorful trees will light up Omotesando Hills “100 Shoku no Christmas Tree no Mori”
Date: 11,8 (Wed.) to 12, 25 (Mon.)
Light up: 11:00 to 23:00
※The light up will start right after the light up ceremony which will be held only on the 8th of November (Wed.).
TEL：03-3497-0310
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Shibuya Park Street / Yoyogi Park Keyaki Namiki (2017,11,22 (Wed.) to 2017,12,31 (Sun.))
It is a standard illumination spot during the winter season where more than one million visitors visit the venue within three weeks and the number of the visitors counts 2.4 million in total. “Ao no Dokutsu” which is popular among Japanese people visitors from abroad will be held this year too. Shibuya will be colored in blue until the end of this year.
Detailed information: A Christmas illumination which lights up Shibuya “Ao no Dokutsu 2017”
Ao no Dokutsu SHIBUYA
Area: 800m long street between Shibuya Park Street to Yoyogi Park Keyaki Namiki
Access: 2 minutes on foot from Shibuya Station (JR / Tokyo Metro / Kyoo Inogashira Line / each Tokyu Line)
The venue can be visited from JR Harajuku Station, Tokyo Metro Meiji Jingumae Station, Yoyogi Park Station, Odakyu Line Yoyogi Hachiman Station
Time: 17:00 to 22:00 ※The time may changed
Period: 2017,11,22 (Wed.) to 2017,12,31 (Sun.).
Number of light bulbs: 600 thousand
URL：http://shibuya-aonodokutsu.jp ※順次情報公開
Sunshine Suizokukan (aquarium) (2017,11,9 (Thurs.) to 12,25 (Mon.))
About 6,000 light bulbs will be light up the “Marin Garden” at the outside area. A 2m high Christmas tree will be set up inside the shop “Aqua Pocket” using 200 stuffed dolls in total. Events other than illumination events such as an event where divers disguised as Santa Clause and reindeer will appear inside the 240t water tank called “Sunshine Lagoon” can be enjoyed too.
Address: roof top of Sunshine City World Importmart Building, 3-1, Higashiikebukuro, Toshimaku, Tokyo
Business hours: 10:00 to 20:00 (April to October), 10:00 to 18:00 (November to March)
Last entrance – one hour before closing time
TEL：03-3989-3466
※The venue will be open between 12,22 (Fri.) to 12,25 (Mon.) 10:00 to 21:00.
Yokohama Bay Quarter (2017,11,3 (Fri, holiday) to 12,25 (Mon.))
The interiors imaging a “Christmas Village” in Finland which is the home of Santa Clause will color the inside of the facility and a 8m-high fir tree-Christmas tree will be on display. The Christmas tree which will be decorated with traditional ornaments from Finland called, “himmmeli” will be light up.
Address: 1-10, Kinkocho, Kanagawaku, Yokohama
Business hours: shop – 11:00 to 20:00 / restaurant – 11:00 to 23:00 (the business hours differ depending on the shop. Some cafes open from 7:00)
Access: 3 minutes on foot from North East Exit of Yokohama Station
Sagamiko Resort Pleasure Forest (2017,11,3 (Fri.) to 2018,4,8 (Sun.))
The largest illumination event in the Kanto Region using six million light balls. The event evolved into an “experience-based illumination” where you can run on the lights riding an attraction and entering inside the light to take photogenic photos. I am sure that you will have a dramatic night by participating in this event.
“Sagamiko Illumillion”
Address: 1634, Wakayanagi, Midoriku, Sagamiharashi, Kanagawa
Date: 2017,11,3 (Fri.) to 2018,4,8 (Sun.) 16:00 to 21:30 ※Last entrance – 21:00
Access: Get off at JR Chuo Line Sagamiko Station and ride the bus labeled “Mikage” for about 8 minutes and get off at Pleasure Forest.
TEL：042-685-1111
Caretta Shiodome (2017,11,16 (Thurs.) to 2018,2,14 (Wed.))
An illumination event created based on the world of “Beauty and the Beast” of Disney which was the most popular movie in 2017.
The tower is colored in “bell yellow” which is the dress color of the main character and the world of “Beauty and the Beast” is represented romantically. The song “Beauty and the Beast” is played at the venue to help the visitors to imagine this story.
Address: 〒105-7090, 1st street, 8-2, Higashishinbashi, Minatoku, Tokyo
Time: 2017,9,16 (Sat.) to 2018,2,14 (Wed.)
Access: one minute on foot from Toei Chikatesu Oedo Line Shiodome Station
2 minutes on foot from Shinkotsu Yurikamome Shiodome Station
3 minutes on foot from Toei Asakusa Line Shinbashi Station
5 minutes on foot from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shinbashi Station
4 minutes on foot from JR Yamanote Line Shinbashi Station
TEL：03-6218-2100
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‘Sky’s The Limit’ Music Event to be Held on the Rooftop Club Floor of CÉ LA VI TOKYO in Shibuya, Tokyo! Featuring GREEN ASSASSIN DOLLAR, JOMMY, Kza (FORCE OF NATURE), and More Leading Japanese DJs and Creators
Inspired by the theme of “making Shibuya a world-class tourist destination,” a special music space has been created. Tickets offer accommodations and dinner at a high-class hotel in Tokyo, along with VIP seats and a Meet & Greet opportunity!
Channel47 (Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo / President: Yusuke Nakagawa), an association created to utilize local resources throughout Japan to empower towns and cities through entertainment, has launched a new series of music events to boost the next generation of Japanese culture. The first ‘Sky’s The Limit’ event (https://channel47.jp/SKYSTHELIMIT) will be held on January 27, 2025 at CÉ LA VI TOKYO in Shibuya, Tokyo. Sky’s The Limit is a series of music events launched to create an immersive experience with one-of-a-kind performances by fusing music with specific worldviews that deviate from the existing environments under the theme of ”making Shibuya a world-leading tourist destination.” The first location was selected to be the rooftop club floor of CÉ LA VI in Tokyo, a brand that began in Singapore. The luxurious space that epitomizes world-class rooftop entertainment is located in the heart of Shibuya, Tokyo, and will be transformed into a special music floor for this occasion only.The lineup includes GREEN ASSASSIN DOLLAR, one of the hottest trackmakers in Japan at the moment, who has produced numerous hits including FLOATIN and GOOD DAY for the hip-hop group NAMEDARUMA, which launched in 2019 as DJ DARUMA & JOMMY. The artist is also active in the underground scene as a solo artist. JOMMY will also perform, with the artist known to update his sound with each era, commanding all genres including house, breakbeats, disco, techno, electro, hip-hop, and much more. Kza, from the DJ/production unit FORCE OF NATURE, creates catchy music using a creative approach that could be called ‘naturalistic,’ pursuing his unique sound of dance music and boasting a strong love of sampling/vinyl culture. GReY, a young Japanese DJ, has appeared as a guest DJ in both Japan and many European countries, while SAMO, born in New York and raised in Akashi, made his first appearance at BOILER ROOM in 2023. COCOLY, who is of international descent from Brazil, Italy, and Japan, is active in major clubs in Japan. The lineup includes Japan's top DJs and creators who are popular overseas, as well as up-and-coming young DJs who are leading Tokyo's night scene. GREEN ASSASSIN DOLLAR
JOMMY
Kza（FORCE OF NATURE）
GReY
SAMO
COCOLY
The event will also offer tickets offering accommodation and dinner at a high-class hotel in Tokyo and VIP seats paired with a Meet & Greet, to allow overseas visitors to experience these special experiences. We invite you to experience the chemical reactions created by Japan's leading DJs and creators on the club floor of CÉ LA VI TOKYO, a world-class rooftop club found in the electric area of Shibuya, Tokyo.Information
[Event Information]
Sky’s The Limit
Date: January 27, 2025 / 22:00~midnight
Venue: CÉ LA VI TOKYO (1-2-3 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo / Tokyu Plaza Shibuya 17F)
Starring: GREEN ASSASSIN DOLLAR, JOMMY, Kza (FORCE OF NATURE), COCOLY, GReY, SAMO
Official Site: https://channel47.jp/SKYSTHELIMIT[Ticket Information]
・GA: ¥5,500 (Tax Included)
・VVIP Seat: Please inquire on the event’s website.
・Travel Package with Lodging (Pair): ¥200,000 (Tax included)
・Luxury Hotel Accomodations in Tokyo + Dinner Package (Limited to 10 People): ¥1,000,000 (Tax Included)
*Tickets for dinner only are also available.[Contact]
■Regarding the Press ReleaseChannel 47
[Address]
3-21-8 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 〒150-0001 (Inside the ASOBISYSTEM Offices)Mail: info@channel47.jp
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The 2024 holiday campaign by CASETiFY, the global lifestyle brand that advocates for its customers to embrace their individuality with its customizable smartphone cases and tech accessories, has officially begun. Nagomi has been named an ambassador for this year’s CASETiFY Holiday Gift Guide. The key message of the campaign is “You will definitely find the perfect gift for that special someone.” The Holiday Gift Guide features a selection of gifts selected by Nagomi either for yourself or a loved one at CASETiFY's official online store and physical stores. On December 14, Nagomi will hold at event at CASETiFY STUDIO Shibuya PARCO.
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Nagomi Holiday Gift Event
Date: December 14, 2024, 12:00~
Venue: CASETiFY STUDiO Shibuya PARCO (Tokyo)
*Times are subject to change.[Content]
・Autographs by Nagomi on product displays in the store
・Holiday Gift Selection advice from Nagomi
・Polaroid photo shoot with select fans
・Special gift giving from Nagomi[How to Participate]
Make any purchase at participating stores between November 25 and December 13
*Participating Stores: Shibuya PARCO, Ikebukuro PARCO, Shinjuku Marui[Participation Details]
From November 25 to December 13, keep any receipts from purchases made at Shibuya PARCO, Ikebukuro PARCO, or Shinjuku Marui and bring them to CASETiFY STUDIO. On December 14, CASETiFY STUDiO will distribute 30 numbered tickets at the store on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 11:00 AM when the store opens. Numbered tickets will be distributed until they are gone.Holiday Gift Guide Official Site
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Illustrator BEY’s solo exhibition ‘NEW WAMERICAN’ will be held at TRUNK (HOTEL) in Shibuya starting November 1. BEY is known for his illustrations inspired by the ‘Wamerican’ theme, a blend of Japanese culture, including ukiyo-e, and American pop culture. Currently, he is attracting attention as an up-and-coming creator who also works on CD jackets for artists and window art for apparel brands. Canvas works newly painted for the exhibition will be exhibited and sold, and new merchandise such as teacups and Palo Santo with limited edition packaging will be available. [Comment from BEY] “I hope to approach this exhibition as the first of its kind to showcase the new expressions of ‘WAMERICAN,’ a style which has continued to evolve over the past seven years, with a focus on original paintings on canvas. I hope tons of people will come to visit!”
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Dates: November 1 ~ November 4, 2024
Hours: 10:00~20:00
Venue: TRUNK (HOTEL) CATSTREET
5-31 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo[Reception Party]
Date: November 1, 2024
Hours: 19:00~24:00
Admission: Free
DJs: Yuuna Yabe / 50minimals[GOODS]
・L/S TEE
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・StickersBEY’s Instagram：@beytaro_0912
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FRUITS ZIPPER Holds First Anniversary Concert, Announce Appearance at the ‘Sayonara Nakano Sunplaza Music Festival’ in June
On May 4, the 7-member idol group FRUITS ZIPPER held the first Tokyo performance of their first-anniversary concert tour at Toyosu PIT.
Tickets for both the Tokyo and Osaka shows sold out immediately after they went on sale. To celebrate the first anniversary of the group's debut, the lucky fans who were able to snag tickets came together at Toyosu PIT.
In the year since their debut, FRUITS ZIPPER has skyrocketed in popularity, performing live at several idol festivals and some of Japan's largest fashion events, and successfully touring Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. Their show at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA garnered incredible attention.
For the first anniversary concert, the stage was transformed by a special set and the member appeared in new never-before-seen costumes. They performed a total of 17 songs, and each member expressed their gratitude to their fans during the MC segments.
During the performance, it was announced that the group would perform at the Sayonara Nakano Sunplaza Music Festival on June 26. The venue, which has seen countless performances over its long history, will be demolished and replaced to commemorate its 50th anniversary. Fans are excited to see their favorite artists perform on this legendary stage, and many are curious to see how it will be transformed in the future.
FRUITS ZIPPER has also released the song Cho Medetai Song ~Konnani Shiawasede Iinokana? ~ (The Super Joyful Song ~Is It Okay to Be This Happy?~) on all major streaming services. The track was co-written by Sho Yamamoto, who wrote the group’s hit song Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro, currently with over 700 million views on TikTok, and Gento Miyano, who has written songs for numerous popular artists. The super-happy pop tune has a sound reminiscent of idol tracks from the 2000s and has been a smash hit at live shows, stirring the fans into a frenzy.
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ZEROTOKYO, an entertainment mecca known for heating up Tokyo nights, is teaming up with ASOBISYSTEM to create an exciting new party! ASOBIZA, named after the origin of Kabukicho, will be held on April 28. The lineup includes music artists as well as charismatic figures at the top of their fields in fashion, beauty, and art. Transcending musical genres and generations, this night will embody ZEROTOKYO's concept of being a true “Entertainment Junction.” Additional performers may be announced in the future.
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ASOBIZA
Date: April 28, 2023
Venue: ASOBIZA (Tokyo)
Time: 21:00
Admission: ¥3,000 (Presale) / ¥3,500 (Day-of)Buy Tickets
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The new Tokyo Diary Map series aims to introduce readers to awesome spots in Tokyo that they might want to visit! Each entry features locations recommended by a single artist or talent, and fans will get to not only discover new places to visit in Japan’s capital, but also get to learn more about the thoughts and feelings of these unique individuals.
The first participant in the Tokyo Diary Map series is Atsushi Ogata, a multi-talented TV personality and actor. Last year, he appeared as a beauty-concious man on Nippon TV’s DANCING SANMA PALACE, spurring a major buzz by revealing his cosmetic routine. He’s also a notable actor, having appeared in the papercraft theater company's 7th performance Sekai ga Asa wo Shiroutomo (Though the World May Know Morning), telling the story of a man and a woman, a couple of friends, and a certain woman “until morning.”
-Tell us about your favorite spot in Tokyo!
“Daikanyama T SITE TSUTAYA. I feel like I can really relax there. I love being surrounded by my favorite fashion magazines, and no matter what magazine you pick up, they’re all so exciting and educational. That's what I like about bookstores–you can pick up something you're not usually interested in and learn something new. It’s the best.”
Daikanyama T SITE TSUTAYA 16-15 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo https://store.tsite.jp/daikanyama/
- How do you like to spend your time at Daikanyama T SITE TSUTAYA?
“I pick up a new book, find a seat, and take my time reading. I like people-watching and checking out people’s fashion too. Also, there’s a nice café called ivy place nearby, where I can read while having a relaxing cup of coffee.”
Ivy Place
東京都渋谷区猿楽町16-15
https://www.tysons.jp/ivyplace/
-You studied fashion design in the United States. How did that experience influence you? How do you want to make use of that experience going forward?
“Learning about fashion at art school was very inspiring. It was also very interesting to see how people with different ethnic backgrounds dress and to see their individual personalities. For example, I saw high school students wearing backpacks instead of using school bags. I just loved seeing people’s unique fashion. It made me realize something that I still believe in to this day–that there’s nothing more beautiful than wearing what you like in your own way. I’d actually like to create my own clothing brand in the future, so I hope to put my high school fashion design studies to good use.”
-Which apparel stores do you frequent?
I always peek into Dover Street Ginza!
Dover Street Ginza Ginza Komatsu West Building (6-9-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo) https://ginza.doverstreetmarket.com
-What fashion styles are you interested in lately?
“I like a lot of different genres, but lately I've been into chic styling, like pairing shirts and sweaters. I dream of dressing like Thom Browne. I want to try to buy at least one piece from his collection.
-You post a lot of illustrations on your Instagram. Do you usually like to draw? When do you lke to create?
“I bought an iPad to draw because I really wanted something to do something new during COVID. For me, when I plan time to draw something, it never goes well, so I tend to just draw when inspiration suddenly strikes. I have no particular style, I just draw whatever I want!”
-What inspires you as someone so expressive? What has piqued your interest lately?
“I get inspiration from a wide range of different people. It could be people walking on the street, people on the train…lately, I’ve been meeting the most inspiring and wonderful people. Listening to their stories is what inspires me the most. Fashion inspires me, humanity inspires me, people’s auras inspire me.”
-Finally, please give a message to those who are planning on coming to Japan!
“Japan is just wonderful. It’s the best. The food, the people, the scenery, all of it is incredible. Once you visit, you’ll definitely want to come back. Please come and enjoy!” (Laugh)
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Ryo Ogata
In 2021, Ogata began his career as an actor and model.
His upbringing exposed him to dance, English, and art from an early age, helping to craft his current appeal.公式Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/ryokun_39
公式TikTok：https://www.tiktok.com/@ryoogata