New Performers Added to Festival Line-Up! At Tower Records-Nemuri Haru, Monari Wakita and at Laforet Harajuku-Noah Sato, Yoshiaki and Michi!
The MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Executive Committee will hold the country’s biggest inbound event for promoting Japanese pop culture to the world, “MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA,” across the areas of Shibuya and Harajuku on Saturday March 24 and Sunday March 25. New artists have been added to the event line-up as well as their performing dates. Registration for the event is also now open. Those who register for the festival will receive an original bag as thanks.
Register Here: https://mmnf2018.peatix.com
This year’s MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL will take place in four main locations. Here are the artists set to the perform as well as the content and activities to be held at each location.
＜Harajuku Kawaii Market presented by Mynavi Baito＞
Location: Laforet Museum Harajuku (Laforet Harajuku 6F)
Themed on the concept of “Find Japan’s Kawaii♡,” you will turn into a kawaii girl in this area simply by turning up with a selection of fashion, beauty, fortune-telling, DIY and more.
Three additional performers have been added to the festival’s line-up. They include Noah Sato, Yoshiaki and Michi.
Noah Satou will join model Ren Koseki on stage to introduce their recommended spring cosmetics. The two of them use a lot of cosmetics as seen in their online videos where they test them out, so they are set to showcase their recommended products.
Yoshiaki and Michi will feature on stage with Youtuber Megane, whose appearance has already been announced. The three of them will host a talk show discussing their private lives as popular models and Youtuber respectively.
It has also been announced that Megane , Yoshiaki and Michi will join the flea market where personal items of the on-stage performers will be sold, including Natsume Mito, whose appearance has become the talk of the town. Expect to see an array of items from the performers you can’t buy anywhere else.
Location: Laforet Museum Harajuku
March 24th Performers
・MC: Yuri Suganuma / Rei Maruyama
・Fashion & Talk Stage (Alphabetical Order):
Akari Abe / Chamereon Takeda / Aino Kuribayashi / Ren Koseki / Saki Shibata / Ayaka Segawa / Ema Tanioku / Eri Tanioku / Chie Tsuji / Mei Nagasawa / Fusedy / Michi / Natsume Mito / Rinko Murata / Megane / Anna Yano / Yoshiaki
・Live Performance: Amato Danshi
March 25th Performers
・MC: Yuri Suganuma / Rei Maruyama
・Fashion & Talk Stage (Alphabetical Order):
Ellie / Rikako Oya (Babyriads Japan) / Chamereon Takeda / Ren Koseki / Noah Satou / Saki Shibata / Hikari Shibata / Ema Tanioku / Mei Nagasawa / Rinko Murata / Anna Yano / Yuna Yabe / Yutaro
・Live Performance: Amato Danshi / MAGiC BOYZ
・Personal Item Flea Market Participants: Ren Koseki / Hikari Shibata / Yuri Suganuma / Ayumi Seto / Ema Tanioku / Eri Tanioku / Chie Tsuji / Natsume Mito / Rinko Murata/ Michi/Megane / Anna Yano / Yuna Yabe/Yoshiaki
＜Featuring Japanese new music「MOSHI MOSHI MUSIC FESTIVAL」＞
Location: Tower Records Shibuya B1F CUTUP STUDIO / Tower Records Shibuya Rooftop
Down on B1F in the CUTUP STUDIO, influential artists and music media companies that have hooked up with many promising artists and new talent will become official curators of this special stage event together with MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON (MMN) to host an exclusive showcase of must-see up-and- coming artists. Also, up on the rooftop, MMN will oversee an idol stage event with a line-up consisting entirely of idol groups that MMN want to recommend to international audiences. It will be jam-packed full of Japanese ‘kawaii.’
Performing artists added to the line-up include Nemuri Haru and Monari Wakita. They will appear on the “Live Natalie meets MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON” stage which features a list of artists chosen by Natalie Music, Japan’s number one music news site, that best represents the concept behind the MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Project.
In addition, music artist MANON has been announced as the opening act of the event, who has garnered much attention from mindful music listeners.
Four new idol acts have also been added to MMN’s “MOSHI MOSHI IDOL SPECIAL” stage: QUEENS, Nankini!, C-Style, and Kus Kus. They are ready to bring even more excitement together with the already announced 8 other idol groups.
Location: Tower Records Shibuya B1F / Rooftop
March 24th Performers:
・Opening Act
MANON
・Spincoaster Stage
Mizuki Ohira / SIRUP / The Wisery Brothers ／SIR UP／The Wisely Brothers
・WREP BATTLEFIELD presents Batotsuku (19:00 START)
MC: Zeebra / Hachi Moji
DJ: YANATAKE
MC BATTLE: MC Seishain / MC MIRI/Kizal / SAM / SHO GEN / Datemegiri / TKdakurobuchi / NillNico / 8×8=49 / FRANKEN / Yuma / (+one more artist TBA)
・MOSHI MOSHI IDOL SPECIAL
QUEENS / Kus Kus / CY8ER / C-Style / Jewel☆Neige / Nankini! / Yamakatsu / …and more
March 25th Performers:
・Live Natalie meets MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON
Atarashii Gakkou no Leaders / SHE IS SUMMER / Nemuri Hary / MISMOPE / Luby Sparks / Monari Wakita
・MOSHI MOSHI IDOL SPECIAL
APPARE! Harajuku / Sakadori Hasshinkyoku / C-Style / sora tob sakana / NEO JAPONISM / Lucky Doll / Yamakatsu / …and more
＜Enjoy Hanami Early in Shibuya: “MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Market”＞
Location: Shibuya Cast
The theme of this market is to experience Japan’s flower-viewing season early in Shibuya. Gaze at cherry blossoms while indulging in traditional Japanese food, sweets and sake, and enjoy the stalls selling fresh Japanese produce and more. The market will offer a food experience only possible in Japan.
The “Moshi Moshi Kimono Salon” has been added to the festival. This rental kimono salon located in the Harajuku Tourist Information Center will have its own booth at SHIBUYA CAST where you can have a kimono fitted to enjoy hanami.
At the Don Quijote booth, they will sell must-have items for hanami, such as sake, as well as typical Shibuya souvenirs. “Shibu Fes” – the fashion event that takes over the streets of Shibuya – will also have its own booth where they will be handing out “fashion bonuses” that can be used when shopping (March 24th only).
＜Tie Links With the Gods of Harajuku: “MOSHI MOSHI ENNICHI”＞
Location: Onden Shrine
Traditional Japanese performance art, character DJs and more will take to the stage at Onden Shrine, a site steeped in tradition. Experience an array of food, drinks and workshops at this Ennichi event.
On stage, Satsumasendai Odoridaiko will put on a performance using Japanese instruments like the taiko drums and shinobue, as will TAKARABUNE, Japan’s only professional Awa Dori group, a traditional type of Japanese dance that boasts a history spanning 400 years.
A character DJ festival will also take place, with DJs dressed up as Shimockey and coroton.
In the Ennichi area, you’ll have the opportunity to learn the manners and etiquette of Japanese shrines, get involved in a workshop to sculpt amezaiku animal candy, and learn how to make a kawaii mizuhiki cord which is used to tie envelopes. MOSHI MOSHI ENNICHI is overflowing with fun and exciting content that can be enjoyed by locals and overseas visitors alike.
＜Entry to the Festival is Free!＞
All four main areas of the festival are free to enter. However, there are some places that require you to register beforehand, so we recommend signing up in advance. Those that register for the event in advance will receive an original bag as thanks. There are 1,500 bags available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will find in them one of either popular products from KitKat Chocolatory: the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson” (￥500) or the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson Matcha” (￥500). Bear in mind that stocks are limited, so don’t forget to sign up early!
＜Festival Date＞
24 March 2018 – 25 March 2018
＜Festival Time＞
11:00-21:00 (Subject to Change)
＜Organizer＞
MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Executive Committee
＜Support＞
Shibuya City / Shibuya City Tourism Association
＜Co-Operation＞
TOKYU CORPORATION / SHIBUYA CAST. / Tower Records Japan Inc. / Laforet HARAJUKU / Religious Corportation Onden Shrine / Jnnovations, Inc.
＜Sponsors＞
Mynavi Baito / NIPPON PAINT HOLDINGS CO.,LTD / Bijuu co.,ltd. / KitKat Chocolatory ／Amato Danshi / Maidreamin / Don Quijote Co., Ltd.
＜Content Partners＞
Gurunavi, Inc. / Airbnb Inc. /Natalie / Spincoaster / WREP
＜Festival Locations＞
Shibuya & Harajuku Area (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
＜Main Locations＞
Laforet Museum Harajuku / SHIBUYA CAST. / MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center / Onden Shrine / Tower Records Shibuya
＜Festival Contents＞
Experienced-Based Content / Live Performances / Fashion / Participative Content / Tour Services / Inbound Services / …and more
＜Festival Price＞
Free (*Some festival contents will charge a fee)
Those who wish to participate in the festival must register in advance (https://mmnf2018.peatix.com). Select content does not require registration.
＜Official Website＞
http://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp
＜Social Media>
Twitter: https://twitter.com/moshi_fes
＜Related Websites＞
MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON
http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp (Available in English, Japanese and Chinese)
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It’s finally March, which means MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA (MMN Festival) is almost here.
This year’s MMN Festival will move away from the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium and take place around the Shibuya and Harajuku area! We will deliver Japanese culture to the world to the fullest in the form of music, fashion, food, tourist experiences and more from Shibuya.
This year’s MMN Festival is free for all to enter! But don’t forget: you must register in advance to attend. Click here to sign up.
This year’s main locations at the MMN Festival are Laforet Museum Harajuku, Tower Records Shibuya, SHIBUYA CAST., and Onden Shrine. All locations are free to enter upon registering in advance.
In this article, we'll take a look at what content you can expect to see at SHIBUYA CAST.
Going to SHIBUYA CAST at the MMN Festival means you can enjoy Hanami early in Shibuya. Gaze at cherry blossoms while indulging in some traditional Japanese food, matcha sweets, sake and more. There will be stalls selling vegetables, booths where you can get up close and personal with traditional Japanese culture, and more. The market will offer a cuisine and culture experience only possible in Japan.
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FOOD: kyo Baum
A lottery draw will be held to win souvenirs and items from Kyoto! You will receive the hugely popular matcha flavoured sweets "Kyo Baum" from Kyoto’s famous “Kyo Baum” shop. Make sure to get involved with the lottery draw!
FASHION: MOSHI MOSHI Kimono Salon Produced by -YUMENOYA-
The "MOSHI MOSHI Kimono Salon" is run by the MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center, and it's set to head to Shibuya Cast! You can rent your very own kimono and have it fitted for you. And of course, you can head on out wearing your rented kimono. You'll be able to take some great photos if you go to the event area at Onden Shrine wearing your kimono!
TOUR: Airbnb Experience Tour
An official tour has been prepared for the event. Not only will you be taken around the event venues, but introduced to recommended spots around them too. There's even a tour available with a popular model as your guide! Full details will be made available on the website, so don't miss out.
MOE KAWAII EXPERIENCE: No.1 Maid Café group "maidreamin"
The number one maid café group "Maidreamin" will make its way to Shibuya Cast's multi-purpose hall! This is your chance to relax freely and at ease at a maid café, whether you've visited one before or never had the courage to enter. Get your hands on original Maidreamin merchandise, enjoy a drink, join in with an omajinai and cast a spell to make your drink even more delicious, dress up and have your photo taken chekki-style with a maid, and more! There's also something special planned that you can't get anywhere else.
Comment From the Maids: We made our animal parfait even better at the end of February and it's already become popular for being so cute. At maidreamin, our maids will serve an original limited-edition menu for all the goshujin-sama and ojou-sama coming to MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON so they can experience 'moe kawaii'♪ Look forward to our limited menu that you can't taste anywhere else♪
FOOD & EXPERIENCE: Amato Café
The "Amato Café" will open in Shibuya Cast offering a selection of sweets recommended by Japanese male idol group Amato Danshi!
Look forward to trying "Kabedon Chocolate," "Amato Danshi Collaborative Okashi," and more.
FOOD & DRINK: MEGA Don Quijote Shibuya Honten
Stocked to the max with a multitude of Japanese drinks, great souvenirs and more!
If you're looking to buy the latest craze in Japan then look no further!
Register for Free Entry into MMN Festival!
To register, place visit the Peatix website below and follow the instructions. Upon completing your registration, you will receive a QR Code from Peatix that you must take with you and present on the day of the event.
Click here to register.
*Upon registering, you will be signed up as a MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Member where you will receive newsletters and other information. You will also be signed up to Omotenashi Platform.
Those that register for the event in advance will receive an original bag as thanks. There are 1,500 bags available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will find in them one of either popular products from KitKat Chocolatory: the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson” (￥500) or the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson Matcha” (￥500). Bear in mind that stocks are limited, so don’t forget to sign up early!
■Information
MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA
Official Event Page: https://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/
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It’s finally March, which means “MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA” (MMN Festival) is almost here.
This year’s MMN Festival will move away from the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium and take place around the Shibuya and Harajuku area! We will deliver Japanese culture to the world to the fullest in the form of music, fashion, food, tourist experiences and more from Shibuya.
This year’s MMN Festival is free for all to enter! But don’t forget: you must register in advance to attend.
Sign up here:https://mmnf2018.peatix.com/
This year’s main locations are Laforet Museum Harajuku, Tower Records Shibuya, SHIBUYA CAST., and Onden Shrine. All locations are free to enter upon registering in advance.
In this article, we’ll take a detailed look at who you can expect to see performing on stage at Tower Records Shibuya.
At our location of Tower Records Shibuya, we will hold a music event to shine the spotlight on young and budding artists in Japan’s music scene.
Artists and music media companies that have hooked up with many promising artists and new talent will become official curators of a special stage event to host an exclusive showcase of must-see up-and-coming artists. Also, up on the rooftop, MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON (MMN) will oversee an idol stage event with a line-up consisting entirely of idol groups that MMN want to recommend to international audiences. It will be jam-packed full of Japanese ‘kawaii.’
・B1F CUTUP STUDIO
Down on B1F in the CUTUP STUDIO, influential artists in the music scene, as well as music media who have teamed up with new talent, will showcase a list of carefully selected artists. MMN, who deliver Japanese pop culture to the world, will join hands in overseeing this stage event with each curator.
Curator 1: Spincoaster Stage
“Spincoaster” will bring three artists to perform recommended by the company themselves – The Wisely Brothers, Mizuki Ohira and SIRUP.
Spincoaster
“Encountering music that will shake your heart” is at the core of Spincoaster, a music media company that carefully picks and showcases up-and-coming artists from around the world. In addition to managing their music news media company, they also manage a music bar and have selected songs for SONY, Reebok and Suntory.
Website: https://spincoaster.com
The Wisely Brothers
Despite being girls, this three-piece band have a unique band name with “brothers” in it. Last year, they performed at numerous events including the Ringo Music Festival. They have also traveled all the way to South Korea for a show and have even held a solo concert at Shibuya WWW. They’re a band receiving rapidly growing attention. Their style screams freedom and you can feel that they are enjoying music written from the heart, with lyrics uniquely depicting themes such as girls’ buoyant romance, listlessly passing one another without meeting, and ambivalent emotions. You’ll become addicted to their music as you listen to it. The songs are rooted in indie pop but somewhere in the sound there’s a feeling that you can’t let go which leaves you feeling comfortable somewhere inside.
The Wisely Brothers / Maple Canada
Mizuki Ohira
An artist who brings to life sophisticated music, from a luxury urban and mellow sound to sentimental folk. Her song Real Love was picked up in the Spotify playlist “Woman’s Voice” and was listened to over 100,000 times in January and February. Her number of overseas fans is also on the rise. She also works as a model. Her music video Everything gives me chance what I love it, in which actress Culumi Nakada also appears, has received praise for its level of quality in looking just like a short film.
Everything gives me chance what I love it / Mizuki Ohira
SIRUP
He flew into the scene like a comet last year with his digital single Synapse. The name “SIRUP” is a combination of “Sing & Rap.” His characteristically deep vocals were influenced by African-American music from soul to R&B. His combination of soul, hip-hop and R&B has particularly been a hit with young music lovers. He is popular for his sophisticated sound that fuse singing and rapping in Japanese and English.
SIRUP - Synapse
Curator 2: WREP BATTLEFIELD presents Batotsuku
Witness an MC battle right before your eyes hosted by Zeebra, a hip-hop artist representing the city of Tokyo, who is bringing the heated MC battle segment from the hip-hop radio channel “WREP” produced by Zeebra himself.
4 people will be chosen on the day of the event to become team captains and create their own team from 12 appointment battle MCs for a 3-on-3 MC battle.
Zeebra
A hip-hop MC and member of legendary hip-hop group KGDR. He is also active as a DJ under the name DJ DIRTYKRATES. In 2016, he was appointed the first Shibuya Tourism Night Ambassador. He is not only leads Shibuya’s night scene, but also maintains a responsibility for the places where people can enjoy nightlife as well as cleaning up rubbish after events.
He also held the Night Mayor Summit discussions took place regarding ways to develop night culture. He is recognised worldwide for being out of the box when it comes to hip-hop.
Curator 3: Live Natalie meets MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON
Natalie Music have selected a line-up of artists that best represents the “MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Project” of delivering Japanese pop culture to the world. The line-up includes Atarashii Gakkou no Leaders, MISMOPE, Luby Sparks, SHE IS SUMMER, and more.
Natalie Music
Natalie Music is a news website that covers the latest topics regarding music from both major and indie artists in Japan. They hold many interviews and write reports on events. The website receives much support for the level of detail that goes into in their articles which are written from the point of view of fans. They have over 120,000 followers on Twitter (as of March 2018) and are read by music fans and beyond.
Atarashii Gakkou no Leaders
A four-member dance performance unit who stick out from the crowd and demonstrate originality to strengthen today’s boring society and make living fun. They became popular after a collaboration with a commercial for Lotte “Fit’s” which was remixed by tofubeats. They have also performed at Nico Nico Chokaigi 2016 and ULTRA TEEN FES, and middle schoolers have even covered their dances on the video streaming site “MixChannel.” The photos they post on their social media are also a must-see, filled with girl-like freedom and plenty of humour.
Atarashii Gakkou no Leaders / Music Video Clip
MISMOPE
A two-piece band who deliver happy pop tunes that will brighten the day of those who hear them. Even in their songs with sad lyrics you can hear a positivity in there somewhere when the girls sing. Their music is affixed with energy. The vocals are characteristic in the way that they are both innocent and piercing. This is their weapon of choice during live performances in the city. MISMOPE are popular with girls of the same generation, with much interest having been gained in their music videos and outfits. They are also recognised as fashion icons!
MISMOPE / “Ano ne, Ano sa”
Luby Sparks
A five-member band made up of university students with an average age of 21. They have created a buzz amongst indie music fans for co-performing with overseas bands and performing at a UK festival. Their list of collaborations with overseas artists is long – they have performed together with artists coming to Japan including The Bilinda Butchers and Manic Sheep, as well as creating a split cassette with YUCK. In 2017, they appeared as the first and only Japanese band to perform at UK music festival “Indietracks Festival.” The band have a growing fan base around the world for their emotional sound.
Luby Sparks "Thursday"
SHE IS SUMMER
SHE IS SUMMER is noted for her discotheque and groovy sound. The gap between the cute voice of MICO and her lyrics that pierce deep into the heart of girls is out of this world. In 2017, she released her second EP Swimming in the Love E.P. which was chosen as a “Tower Records Recommendation” in June. With the release peaking at number one on the iTunes Electro Charts and 6th on Oricon’s Indie Weekly Charts, she’s an artist gaining rapid popularity right now. Her dramatic music videos are also a sight to behold as they make you feel the story.
SHE IS SUMMER / “Are Kara no Hanashi Dakedo”
Curator 4: MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON
“MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON” have a list of Japanese idols to recommend to the world. Idol groups set to perform at MMN Festival include Lovely Doll, Yamakatsu, Sakadori Hasshinkyoku, sora tob sakana, APPARE! Harajuku, Jewel☆Neige, NEO JAPONISM, CY8ER, and more.
Lovely Doll
A group with a cuteness you will want to keep close to you. Their incredibly impressive live performances flood the stage with entertainment. In 2017 they released Yoake Mae, Niji ga Sasu and Hikari no Symphony which ranked 7th and 8th place in Oricon’s Weekly Charts. The group have also performed at South-East Asia’s biggest Japanese culture event “JAPAN EXPO THAILAND 2017.” Their overseas activity is spreading far and wide.
Lovely Doll / “Yoakemae Nijigasasu”
Yamakatsu
An idol group who formed in 2011 as part of Entertainment Yamaguchikasseikai, a project that was initiated to revitalize Yamaguchi Prefecture by discovering new idols. As well as working as “Furusato Ambassadors” and “Sekai Jamboree Official Supports” to promote the charm of Yamaguchi Prefecture to the rest of Japan, the group also appear as regular members of information programs on TV. They are set to perform at “Idol Koushien SPRING FESTIVAL 2018.”
Idol koushien day02 Yamakatsu
Sakadori Hasshinkyoku
A group centred around the concept of jumping on current trends before anyone else and spreading the excitement of inexperience. They are completely backed by car website MOBY. They have held a solo concert at TSUTAYA O-EAST in Shibuya and will perform at Idol Koushien and IDOL CONTENT EXPO.
Sakadori Hasshinkyoku / “Karimen Distiny”
sora tob sakana
A four-member girl group with an average age of 15. Known by the nickname “Osakana,” they dream to one day perform live on the moon. They will make their major debut in May this year and hold a solo show at Tokyo International Forum. Their overseas activity is on the spread – last year, they appeared at “Taiwan Comic Exhibition,” their first Taiwanese event. Be sure to check out the interview we did with them(https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/61765)
sora tob sakana / ribbon
Immerse yourself in the latest music from Japan at Tower Records Shibuya from bands and hip-hop to idols!
Register for Free Entry into MMN Festival!
Those that register for the event in advance will receive an original bag as thanks. There are 1,500 bags available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will find in them one of either popular products from KitKat Chocolatory: the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson” (￥500) or the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson Matcha” (￥500). Bear in mind that stocks are limited, so don’t forget to sign up early!
How to Register
To access MMN Festival, you must register in advance. (Admission is free of charge. Select festival contents however will charge a fee.)
To register, place visit the Peatix website below and follow the instructions. Upon completing your registration, you will receive a QR Code from Peatix that you must take with you on the day of the event.
Click here to register.
Please display your QR Code at each location on the day of the event.
*Upon registering, you will be signed up as a MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Member where you will receive newsletters and other information. You will also be signed up to Omotenashi Platform.
■InformationMOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA
Official site：https://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/index.html
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It’s finally March, which means “MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA” (MMN Festival) is almost here. This year’s MMN Festival will move away from the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium and take place around the Shibuya and Harajuku area! We will deliver Japanese culture to the world to the fullest in the form of music, fashion, food, tourist experiences and more from Shibuya.
The MMN Festival will take place in four main locations: Laforet Museum Harajuku, Tower Records Shibuya, SHIBUYA CAST., and Onden Shrine.
Entry to this year’s MMN Festival is free of charge to all that attend! But you need to register in advance first. Here’s how you register.
- Firstly, head over to the following website: https://mmnf2018.peatix.com
- Click the yellow button the righthand side that says, “GET TICKET” and select the number of tickets you need.
- After selecting the tickets, click the “Next: Login” button.
- Don’t worry if you don’t have a Peatix account! You can log in with Facebook, Twitter and Google+.
- Fill in the simple questionnaire and send it.
- A confirmation page will appear where you need to enter your name and e-mail address. Details confirming your registration will be sent to this e-mail address. If you have selected tickets for multiple people, you can send their details to them too by forwarding the tickets.
*Upon registering, you will be registered as a MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Member where you will receive newsletters and other information. You will also be signed up to Omotenashi Platform.
- After you have filled everything out, click the yellow button to complete your ticket registration.
You’ll be sent an e-mail with your registration confirmation and details right away.
Download the Peatix app and log in with the same e-mail address used in Step 4. A button will appear to display your ticket. Please present the QR Code on your ticket on the day of the event at each site location.
FAQ:
Q: I have a family member/friend who wants to attend the event but doesn’t have a mobile phone. What should they do?
A: Attendees can receive multiple QR Codes at just one e-mail address. In the case that a person does not have a mobile phone, we ask that they just complete the questionnaire.
Q: Do children require a ticket?
A: Children aged 13 and under can enter the festival without registering for a ticket. Be sure to bring the whole family along!
If you have any other questions or doubts regarding the festival, please get in touch with us via our Facebook page!
https://www.facebook.com/msmsnippon/
Those that register for the event in advance will receive an original bag as thanks. There are 1,500 bags available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will find in them one of either popular products from KitKat Chocolatory: the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson” (￥500) or the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson Matcha” (￥500). Bear in mind that stocks are limited, so don’t forget to sign up early!
■InformationMOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA
Official site：https://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/
Harajuku Kawaii Market：https://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/event_laforet.html
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It’s finally March, which means “MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA” (MMN Festival) is almost here. This year’s MMN Festival will move away from the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium and take place around the Shibuya and Harajuku area! We will deliver Japanese culture to the world to the fullest in the form of music, fashion, food, tourist experiences and more from Shibuya.
What’s more is that this year’s festival is free for all to enter! But you need to register in advance, so don’t forget. Click here to register.
The MMN Festival will take place in four main locations: Laforet Museum Harajuku, Tower Records Shibuya, SHIBUYA CAST., and Onden Shrine.
Let us introduce to you the contents of the talk show & fortune at Laforet Harajuku.
Laforet Harajuku has its own museum where we will hold a ‘Harajuku Kawaii Market’ with the theme of ‘Find Japan’s Kawaii♡’. Head on over to get involved with the many experience-based contents available, offering fashion, beauty, fortune telling, DIY and more. You’ll be served up everything you need to transform into a kawaii girl simply by visiting. We will deliver Japan’s kawaii culture from the hub of Laforet Harajuku!
TALK：Fusedy × Ren Koseki
Illustrator Fusedy, who released the manga Kimi no Ude no Naka wa Sekaiichi Atatakai Basho in February to popular success, will hold a talk on "Love" with Japanese model Ren Koseki. Fusedy will also talk about Ren'ai Gaku ("Love Studies") from the manga, and there will be a Q&A session with both of them where they will offer love consultation to people that send in their questions prior to the talk. If you're having doubts or difficulties with love, then be sure to sign up at the link below.
URL：https://goo.gl/forms/05ofoTaKi94bkBy43
TALK ：Megane
Popular Youtuber "Megane" has been invited as a guest to a talk show that will hosted by Rei Maruyama and Yuri Suganuma who will pry Megane to discuss things people usually would not know about. You can also propose your own questions for Megane to
answer on stage! Send your questions here: https://goo.gl/forms/uDAJAry9rUUM40au1
TALK: Saki Shibata × Ayaka Segawa × Rei Maruyama
Saki Shibata, Ayaka Segawa and Rei Maruyama are all close friends in their personal lives. Each of them is active in a certain field: one is a performer, another is an artist and nurse, and the other is a model. In this talk, the three of them will mutually discuss their lines of work. Performer Rei Maruyama will tell some jokes, and we she might even tell us about something the three of them have talked about in private! Don't miss thir upfront and honest unfolding in a talk where you can get to know them in a way you can't on social media!
TALK: Rikako Ōya × Ellie × Yuri Suganuma × Ema Tanioku × Yuna Yabe
A host of models will offer tips & tricks on taking Instagram-worthy photos as well as a range of how-to's! The line-up includes Rikako Ōya (Babyraids Japan) who has an article series on MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON, Ellie, Yuri Suganuma, Ema Tanioku and Yuna Yabe will look at cuts from each of their posts will checking their Instagrammable points. And don't miss out on the tour that will be held by Yuri Suganama and Ema Tanioku after the event that is related to their featured articles.
FORTUNE-TELLING: Chamereon Takeda × Mei Nagasawa
Mei Nagasawa, who is a lover of all things spiritual, will have her fortune told for romance and work by Chamereon Takeda. The constellations will also be ranked on stage in relation to one's fate for love! This is an opportunity to experience a fortune-telling from Chamereon Takeda herself in the flesh.
FORTUNE-TELLING: Chamereon Takeda × Hikari Shibata
Hikari Shibata will have her fortune told by Chamereon Takeda through horoscopes. There will also be a horoscope ranking for April for everybody that attends the session! This is an opportunity to experience a fortune-telling from Chamereon Takeda herself in the flesh!
Registration for the event is free of charge!
To register, place visit the Peatix website below and follow the instructions. Upon completing your registration, you will receive a QR Code from Peatix that you must take with you on the day of the event.
*Upon registering, you will be signed up as a MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Member where you will receive newsletters and other information. You will also be signed up to Omotenashi Platform.
Those that register for the event in advance will receive an original bag as thanks. There are 1,500 bags available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will find in them one of either popular products from KitKat Chocolatory: the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson” (￥500) or the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson Matcha” (￥500).
■Information
MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA
Official site：https://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/index.html
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Mito Natsume, Yutaro, MAGiC BOYZ will perfom at MOSHI FESTIVAL in LAFORET harajuku! Check the contents!
It’s finally March, which means “MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA” (MMN Festival) is almost here. This year’s MMN Festival will move away from the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium and take place around the Shibuya and Harajuku area! We will deliver Japanese culture to the world to the fullest in the form of music, fashion, food, tourist experiences and more from Shibuya.
What’s more is that this year’s festival is free for all to enter! But you need to register in advance, so don’t forget. Click here to register.
The MMN Festival will take place in four main locations: Laforet Museum Harajuku, Tower Records Shibuya, SHIBUYA CAST., and Onden Shrine.
Let us introduce to you the contents of the show & live at Laforet Harajuku.
Laforet Harajuku has its own museum where we will hold a ‘Harajuku Kawaii Market’ with the theme of ‘Find Japan’s Kawaii♡’. Head on over to get involved with the many experience-based contents available, offering fashion, beauty, fortune telling, DIY and more. You’ll be served up everything you need to transform into a kawaii girl simply by visiting. We will deliver Japan’s kawaii culture from the hub of Laforet Harajuku!
Tobidase! Picture Book Show 〜Storytime With Mito Natsume〜
Natsume Mito will host her very first fashion show which she will also participate in. The show's theme is centered on Natsume Mito's favourite book, Bulldog Tantei to Kieta Hoshi by Tomonori Taniguchi (BUNKEIDO Co., LTD.) The line-up will bring to life the world of this picturebook through fashion. Natsume Mito will read the book aloud while models Akari Abe, Aino Kuribayashi, Saki Shibata,Yuri Suganuma, Ema Tanioku, Eri Tanioku ,Chie Tsuji and Rinko Murata will light up the stage and capture the essence of the story with their outfits.
FASHION: Mynavi Baito presents Challenge Award
Wakamono no Honki no Chosen(Big Challenge of the youth) is a project presented by Mynavi Baito. The wakamono (The youth) this time will challenge themselves to create kawaii part-time work outfits to the world. It will take place on the Harajuku Kawaii Market stage where models Yuri Suganuma, Mei Nagasawa, and Anna Yano will wear the actual outfits! Be sure to check out this stage event created by the youth.
FASHION: Saki Shibata × Rinko Murata
This show will take place onstage at the market selling personal items from Saki Shibata and Rinko Murata! The two of them will give a lecture on styling points such as introducing co-ords using the items on sale at the market and suggestions on possible co-ords you could create with them. And of course, you'll be able to purchase their everyday clothes there too! The personal items that will be exhibited are scheduled to go up on the event website in advance so don't forget to check them out.
LIVE: Amato Danshi
Amato Danshi (a.k.a Ama Dan) are a six-member idol group themed on the world's trending sweets set to perform on stage. As well as their Laforet stage performance, there will also be a booth at Shibuya Cast selling sweets recommended by Ama Dan themselves. Sweet lovers should make sure to check out both the performance and the booth!
Amato Danshi「シュークリーム」
LIVE：MAGiC BOYZ
MAGiC BOYS are a hip-hop group made up of three high school students MCs Toma, Ryuto and Mahiro, and elementary school student DJ Jo. The young quartet are growing fast: they have collaborated with recognized Japanese rappers as well as up-and-coming artists, and have received support from music providers. Their eyes are set on heading out into the world with rap!
MAGiC BOYZ「DK GO!!!」
Registration for the event is free of charge!
To register, place visit the Peatix website below and follow the instructions. Upon completing your registration, you will receive a QR Code from Peatix that you must take with you on the day of the event.
Click here to register.
*Upon registering, you will be signed up as a MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Member where you will receive newsletters and other information. You will also be signed up to Omotenashi Platform.
Those that register for the event in advance will receive an original bag as thanks. There are 1,500 bags available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will find in them one of either popular products from KitKat Chocolatory: the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson” (￥500) or the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson Matcha” (￥500).
■Information
MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA
Official site：https://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/index.html
Harajuku Kawaii Market：https://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/event_laforet.html
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MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA will be held in March, just two months from now.
This year, the MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL will move away from the routine location of Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium and head to the Shibuya and Harajuku area! We will deliver Japanese culture to the world to the fullest in the form of music, fashion, food, tourist information, and much more from numerous locations around town. The venues for the MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL are Laforet Museum Harajuku, Tower Records Shibuya, SHIBUYA CAST, and Onden Shrine.
Let us introduce to you the contents of the booths at Laforet Harajuku.
Laforet Harajuku has its own museum where we will hold a ‘Harajuku Kawaii Market’ with the theme of ‘Find Japan’s Kawaii♡’. Head on over to get involved with the many experience-based contents available, offering fashion, beauty, fortune telling, DIY and more. You’ll be served up everything you need to transform into a kawaii girl simply by visiting. We will deliver Japan’s kawaii culture from the hub of Laforet Harajuku!
DIY：Herbarium & Swag Workshop
The Herbarium & Swag Workshop will combine the art of "herbarium" by collecting colourful dried flowers in bottles and "swags" which are wall decorations similar to wreaths made up of your favourite flowers. Each workshop will take place in the afternoon on the 25th. Get your hands on a stylish item perfect for interior decoration or as a gift to a friend.
Check out the works by teacher Asami "Char" Tnabe here: http://she-mag.jp/diary/87798?wid=54525DIY: Mug Workshop presented by Aymmy in the batty girls
Apparel brand "Aymmy in the batty girls" are holding a workshop in the DIY area to make your very own original mug. You can design a kawaii mug with Aymmy's logo, spring & summer items and more. There's also a limited number of places to participate in a workshop together with Aymmy designer Ayumi Seto. Full details will become available on the event homepage!
FASHION：Tokyo Flea Market
A flea market will be held selling personal items owned by the stage performers. You might even be able to get your hands on items featured in magazines and items worn by the performers on their social media! The list of participating performers in the flea market will be updated regularly so make sure to check it out!
Flea Market Participants:Natsume Mito,Ayumi Seto,Yuri Suganuma,Hikari Shibata,Ren Koseki,Chie Tsuji,Ema Tanioku,Eri Tanioku,Anna Yano,Yuna Yabe...and more
EXPERIENCE：Fortune-Telling Booth
The fortune-telling area features booths for four different fortune tellers active in magazines and on TV! For ￥500 you can receive a 10-minute telling from an expert. Take advantage of this opportunity to find out for fate for April!
BEAUTY: MEGA Don Quijote Shibuya Honten
You can try out the latest products at the Don Quijote cosmetic booth, and if there's any particular items you like then you can buy them. Get your hands on this year's spring trend make-up before anyone else!
EXPERIENCE：My Navi Baito Booth
Questionnaires related to part-time work as well as interviews will be held at the booth. Models performing on-stage will also drop by the booth! Full details will become available on the event page so be sure to check it out.
Register & Receive an Original Bag!
Those that register for the event in advance will receive an original bag as thanks. There are 1,500 bags available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will find in them one of either popular products from KitKat Chocolatory: the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson” (￥500) or the “KitKat Chocolatory Moleson Matcha” (￥500).
How to Register
You must sign up in advance to go to the festival. Registering is completely free. To register, please visit the Peatix link below and follow the instructions. Once you have completed your registration, you will receive a QR code from Peatix that you must bring with you on the day of the event.
*Upon registering, you will be signed up as a MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON Member where you can receive mail magazines, and to Omotenashi Platform.
■Information
MOSHI MOSHI NIPPON FESTIVAL 2018 in SHIBUYA
Official site：https://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/index.html
Harajuku Kawaii Market：https://fes18.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/event_laforet.html
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Harajuku-based Brand KAWAII MONSTER CAFE Opens a Traveling Shop, Halloween Pop-Up Shop Opens in Harajuku
The Harajuku-based brand KAWAII MONSTER CAFE has announced a traveling store, KAWAII MONSTER SHOP. As the project’s first event, a Halloween pop-up shop named ‘KAWAII MONSTER SHOP - Colorful Halloween’ will open for 10 days starting October 19 in the birthplace of the brand, Harajuku. KAWAII MONSTER CAFE is an entertainment restaurant that embodies the vibe of Harajuku in Tokyo, a town that swallows fashion and culture from places around the world and reimagines them into unrestrained originality. Originally opened in 2015 and produced by artist Sebastian Masuda, the colorful and crazy space offered photogenic food and drinks, and guests were served by the iconic Monster Girls clad in future Harajuku fashion. It became a ‘new Tokyo landmark,’ attracting over 700,000 visitors from both Japan and abroad. Even after the restaurant closed in January 2021, its one-of-a-kind concept has lived on in pop-up shops, events, and collaborations with various brands and creators. The pop-up shop, open in Harajuku for a limited time starting October 19, offers food and drinks, merchandise, special experiences, and photo spots themed around the spooky Halloween season. Additionally, a collaboration with the popular Harajuku accessory store 6%DOKIDOKI will be held from October 19-22. Colorful hair accessories will be on sale, and shop girls with Monster Girls makeup experience will be giving seasonal makeovers to visitors.■FOOD & DRINK
During the first half of the event, the pop-up shop will be serving food made in collaboration with the hot dog specialty restaurant HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO. The limited-edition menu includes the crazy Monster Dog, consisting of a monster holding a sausage in its mouth, and the monstrous Philly Cheesesteak, made with juicy tenderloin and tons of cheese. The second half of the event will feature the Colorful Pop Burger Blue Monster (Teriyaki Chicken) from KAWAII MONSTER CAFE’s popular menu, along with French Fries with Monster Dip served with five different colorful sauces. Visitors are welcome to get into the Halloween spirit by enjoying the Monster Float during the pop-up event.<10/19~10/22 Exclusive Menu> Monster Dog: ¥880 (Tax Included) *In collaboration with HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO Philly Cheesesteak: ¥1,350 (Tax Included) *In collaboration with HOTDOG CAFE STAND STATION TOKYO <10/26~10/31 Exclusive Menu> Colorful Pop Burger Blue Monster (Teriyaki Chicken): ¥1,200 (Tax Included) French Fries with Monster Dip: ¥700 (Tax Included) Monster Float: ¥800 [Rose/Passionfruit/Kyoho Grape] ■GOODS
New KAWAII MONSTER CAFE goods will make their first appearance at this pop-up shop! Guests can visit the Sweets Factory to create their own candy assortment by filling their favorite containers with chocolates, gummies, and other goodies. Harajuku Icing Cookies will also be available in collaboration with SHONPY, a popular cake shop. Be sure to grab some incredible souvenirs! In addition, popular KAWAII MONSTER CAFE collaboration items from years past will be available, along with adorable plushies from the globally beloved brand Ty. Visitors can also snag some unique zipit pouches and flexible PLUS PLUS blocks starting October 26.■EXPERIENCE
During the event, KAWAII MONSTER CAFE’s iconic Monster Girls and the character Choppy will greet guests and take photos, as well as shoot cute Halloween-inspired videos together. Visitors wishing to be transformed into Monster Girls themselves can speak to the store girls, clad in Decora fashion and rocking accessories from 6%DOKIDOKI. These ladies will provide POP Harajuku Monster makeovers featuring original tattoo stickers and unique hair accessories to get you ready for Halloween.■PHOTO SPOT
At the event, guests will find the 3-meter tall Sweets Cake Balloon inspired by the Sweets-Go-Round Cake, the symbol of KAWAII MONSTER CAFE. Surrounded by colorful decorations and captivating monsters, visitors are sure to leave with plenty of special memories.Guests of all ages are invited to spend the Halloween season surrounded by the unique wonders of Harajuku! Information
KAWAII MONSTER SHOP – Colorful Halloween
Running: October 19, 2023 – October 22, 2023/ October 26, 2023 – October 31,2023
Open: 12:00〜19:00
Venue: ASOBIFACTORY（3-21-8, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo)
Access: 7 minutes walk from JR Harajuku Station, 5 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Meiji-jingumae StationBe sure to follow where the pop-up shop will appear in the future!
Interested companies are welcome to contact us.
Learn more about KAWAII MONSTER CAFE here
https://asobisystem.com/brand/kawaiimonstercafe/ -
Licaxxx Announces Tokyo Community Radio’s Second Event Series ‘communities’ to be Held in Tokyo and Osaka
Tokyo Community Radio (TCR), an online radio platform run by Licaxxx, has announced a new event titled communities. The event will be held at Daikanyama UNIT / Saloon in Tokyo on June 30 and at Osaka JOULE on July 1. The guest lineup includes re:ni and Laksa, two hot up-and-coming DJs and producers reshaping the UK music scene. The duo has a monthly program on NTS Radio titled re;lax, along with a party series of the same name. In February 2023, they released a new EP, Body Score, on their new label founded to explore music with faster tempos and to carry the torch of UK techno, jungle, dubstep, and grime. Each DJ is also active individually and the two have constantly been in the spotlight. Music fans are invited to partake in this stunning musical event led by Licaxxx and targeted at the current generation of music makers as they extend beyond Asia and take their activities around the world.
re:lax (re:ni & Laksa)Licaxxx Information
■Tokyo
Tokyo Community Radio presents ‘communities’ with re;lax
Date: June 20, 2023
Time: 22:00
Venue: Daikanyama UNIT / SALOON
Admission: ¥2,000 (Early Discount) / ¥3,000 (ADV) / ¥3,500 (At the door)
Buy Tickets: https://tokyocommunityradio.zaiko.io/item/356159LINEUP:
Licaxxx
Temple Ov Subsonic Youth (a.k.a Mars89) – Live
Romy Matsand more..
[Starring]
Special Guest:
re:lax (re:ni & Laksa)Lineup:
LicaxxxTemple Ov Subsonic Youth (a.k.a Mars89) – Live
Romy Matsand more!
■Osaka
Tokyo Community Radio presents ‘communities’ with re;lax in OSAKA
Date: July 1, 2023
Time: 22:00
Venue: Osaka JOULE
Admission: ¥2,000 (Early Discount) / ¥3,000 (ADV) / ¥3,500 (At the door)
Buy Tickets: https://peatix.com/event/3590421/view[Starring]
SPECIAL GUEST:
re:lax (re:ni & Laksa)LINEUP:
Licaxxx
kotsu(CYK)
Romy Matsand more..
■Attention
Guests under the age of 20 will not be allowed entry.
All guests will be subject to an ID check prior to entry. Please bring a photo ID showing date of birth. (Photocopies will not be accepted.)
If we are unable to confirm your identity, you may be denied admission.<About Tokyo Community Radio>
TCR is a distribution platform based in Tokyo that focuses on introducing both local DJs and up-and-coming DJs from around Japan. The program features all musical genres and showcases both DJ mixes and live performances. In featured podcasts, DJs talk about their music, hobbies, and interests, allowing fans the rare chance to learn more about their favorite creators. The station also cooperates with community radio stations in other Asian cities and supports DJs and artists from Asia and beyond when they visit Japan. In addition to regular DJ sessions and podcasts, TCR also collaborates with corporate events, produces music events, and matches DJs to places and brands -
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.
Information
ASOBIZA
Date: April 28, 2023
Venue: ASOBIZA (Tokyo)
Time: 21:00
Admission: ¥3,000 (Presale) / ¥3,500 (Day-of)Buy Tickets
https://zerotokyo.zaiko.io/e/ASOBIZA-230428Event Details
https://asobisystem.com/schedule/43726/ -
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE, a Collaboration Between Hot Topic & Studio Ghibli, Gets Pop-Up Store at Shinsaibashi PARCO
Last year, the HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE collaboration appeared at AF Gallery in Harajuku from August 10 until August 28, garnering massive acclaim from fans. The collection is now being sold at Shinsaibashi PARCO until March 12, 2023.
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE is a Studio Ghibli-inspired apparel collection by the popular American counterculture chain Hot Topic. Bringing more Japanese culture to the ongoing Studio Ghibli collaboration launched in 2014, Hot Topic stores began selling original items produced by nine Japanese creators and brands, as well as some original American items produced by Hot Topic’s executive designers.
The lineup of Japan-original items includes T-shirts, tote bags, and other items featuring exclusive artwork by up-and-coming creators. These items depict beloved characters from Studio Ghibli’s works, as well as logos created for the collaboration. Fans won’t want to miss grabbing these unique items!
Details on the Previous HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Pop-Up Store: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/625747
Information
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE
Running: February 23 – March 12, 2023
Hours: 10:00-20:00
Venue: Shinsaibashi PARCO B1F Pop-Up Space (1-8-3 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
Official Site: https://ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
Online Store (Open until March 31, 2023): https://ec.ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Official SNS:
Instagram: @harajuku_collective
(https://www.instagram.com/harajuku_collective）
Twitter: @harajuku_collect (https://twitter.com/harajukucollect)
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Laforet Harajuku will host a pop-up shop inspired by the up-and-coming idol group FRUITS ZIPPER from February 1 until February 14! The FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine Pop-Up Shop will be found on the 5th floor MAKE THE STAGE area. FRUITS ZIPPER debuted in April 2022 and embodies a simple concept: “From Harajuku to the World.” The group’s second single Watashino Ichiban Kawaiitokoro exploded in popularity on TikTok, pulling in over 600 million views. In February, the girls will embark on their first solo concert tour in Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. This is the first FRUITS ZIPPER-inspired limited-time shop, and during the event, visuals of the group’s members will be displayed in the show windows found on the first floor of Laforet Harajuku.
◆About the FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine Pop-Up Shop
When entering the venue, fans will be greeted by a 5-meter-wide board where visitors can write and attach their messages to the FRUITS ZIPPER members on heart-shaped cards. Costumes that the members have worn on stage will also be on display, allowing fans to see each stitch up close. Exclusive items featuring new photos of the members will be on sale at the pop-up shop. Fans can enjoy seeing the girls in their own personal style, and these items will only be available during the event! Starting February 4, tour merch for the group’s upcoming solo concert series will also be available for purchase.◆Collaboration with Fruit Sandwich Specialty Store ‘Fruits Box Daikanyama’
Last year’s popular collaboration with Fruit Box Daikanyama, a well-known fruit sandwich shop, is happening again in 2023! Fans can find the Collaboration Gift Box for sale, including seven baked meringue goods each featuring one of the member’s colors. The box also comes with snapshots of the members, and for a few lucky fans, these snaps might be signed! The idol group and sandwich shop have also teamed up to create the Collaborative Lucky Grab Bag Lottery, including popular FRUITS ZIPPER goods and original items from Fruits Box Daikanyama. The lucky first-prize winner will receive a special set of all available February tour merchandise in all sizes.◆Member Appearance Planned on Valentine's Day
On February 14, the final day of the pop-up shop, the members of FRUITS ZIPPER will make an appearance! Guests will be able to participate in the first-ever hands-on event with the members, so keep an eye out for more details! Stay up to date with the latest FRUITS ZIPPER news at the official Twitter page (@FRUITS_ZIPPER). FRUITS ZIPPER Pop-Up Shop Exclusive GoodsRandom Photo - Valentine pop-up ver. (21 varieties): ¥330 (Tax Included) Random Pin - Valentine pop-up ver. (7 varieties): ¥500 (Tax Included) Random Purikura Stickers - Valentine pop-up ver. (14 varieties): ¥600 (Tax Included) Information
FRUITS ZIPPER Valentine POP-UP SHOP
Running: February 1 – February 14, 2023
Venue: Laforet Harajuku 5F MAKE THE STAGE
*Closed on February 7 and February 8[Fruits Box Daikanyama Collaboration Goods]
Collaboration Gift Box: ¥3,500 (Tax Included)
Collaborative Lucky Grab Bag Lottery: ¥1,500 per try (Tax Included)Check out more details about the pop-up below!
https://www.laforet.ne.jp/pop_up_shop/fruitszipper_2301/Stay up to date:
FRUITS ZIPPER Official Twitter
https://twitter.com/FRUITS_ZIPPER/<Tour Information>
FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTERDate: February 3, 2023
Venue: ReNY limited
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30
Contact: Sunday Folk Promotion (052-320-9100) *Open daily 12:00-18:00Date: February 5, 2023
Venue: Nanba Hatch
Time: Doors open 16:30 / Show starts 17:30
Contact: Kyodo Information (0570-200-888)FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTER 〜FRUITS DAY〜
Date: February 9, 2023
Venue: Shibuya WWW X
Time: Doors open 18:00 / Show starts 19:00
Contact: HOT STUFF PROMOTION (03-5720-9999) *Open weekdays 11:00-19:00FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTER 〜ZIPPER DAY〜
Date: February 10, 2023
Venue: Shibuya WWW X
Time: Doors open 17:30 / Show starts 18:30
Contact: HOT STUFF PROMOTION (03-5720-9999) *Open weekdays 11:00-19:00FRUITS ZIPPER 1st LIVE TOUR 2023 WINTER -TOUR FINAL –
Date: February 12, 2023
Venue: LINE CUBE SHIBUYA
Time: Doors open 17:00 / Show starts 18:00
Contact: Sunrise Promotion Tokyo (0570-00-3777) *Open weekdays 12:00-15:00Buy tickets for all shows here: https://l-tike.com/artist/000000000899959/
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The Winter 2022-2023 issue of the revived fashion creator magazine Zipper went on sale on December 23. This issue focuses on this winter’s must-know trends and is packed with coordination tips, outfit plans through spring, snapshots, hair and makeup tips, and much more. Zipper ended its 24-year history in December 2017. In March 2022, ASOBISYSTEM teamed up with DONUTS Inc. to revive the magazine as a quarterly release. The fashion magazine, popular with Gen Z, is known for sharing details aspects of Harajuku culture and will continue to share more from the creative center of Tokyo for years to come.
Standard Edition (Cover: Nagisa Saito)
Another Edition (Cover: FRUITS ZIPPER）
Information
Zipper 2022-2023 Winter Issue
Release Date: December 23, 2022
Price: ¥700
Publisher: DONUTS
Publishing Company: ShodenshaAvailable at bookstores nationwide and online
Amazon
・通常版
・anotehr editionOfficial Site
https://www.zipper.jp/