“GUNDAM FACTORY YOKOHAMA” will open on Dec. 19, where the “18-metter real-size Gundam” from “Mobile Suit Gundam” is about to make an action

"Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair (KyoMaf) 2021" was held from September 18 to September 19, in Miyako Messe, Kyoto. The detailed information of Aniplex booth was announced together with a portion of the product lineup and the exhibition contents. The limited goods of "The Case Study of Vanitas", "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba", "Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night", "Heaven Official's Blessing", and "Fate/Grand Order" were on sale at "KyoMaf 2021" Aniplex booth. There is also an exhibition of the figures that are available for pre-orders together with the figures that were revealed for the first time. The lineup of the products is available on the designated website. Aniplex booth was set-up on No. 318, 3rd floor of Miyako Messe during "KyoMaf 2021". (C) Mochizuki Jun/ SQUARE ENIX, "The Case Study of Vanitas" Production Committee (C) Gotouge Koyoharu/ Shueisha, Aniplex, ufotable (C) 2020 Kawahara Reki/ KADOKAWA/ SAO-P Project (C) TYPE-MOON/ FGO Project

From "Laid-Back Camp△", a lodging package, where you can experience tent-staying with items featured in the episodes such as tents and sleeping bags, will be released. Reservation is being accepted on "PICA Lake Saiko Fuji" official website from September 15. In addition to tents and sleeping bags that the characters used in anime, mini-tables, chairs, lanterns, and burners are prepared in this plan. You can fully enjoy your lodging experience by yourself or with your friend. The plan is offered at "PICA Lake Saiko Fuji" located in Saiko, which is one of Fuji Five Lakes. For dinner, you can cook Tantan Dumpling Hot Pot that was featured in the anime, and roast marshmallows over an open fire. The fee for the plan throughout the year, including one-night accommodation and two meals, is 13,000 JPY (incl. tax) for a single user, and 7,500 JPY (incl. tax) per person for two users. Reservation for "'Laid-Back Camp△' Experience Lodging Package" is currently accepted on the "PICA Lake Saiko Fuji" official website. The plan is available from October 1, 2021. ■"'Laid-Back Camp△' Experience Lodging Package" Details ●Availability From Friday, October 1, 2021 ●Package Tent-stay plan with rental equipment & breakfast (for 1-2 users) 1. Rental camping set tent : ・MoonLight 2 Ivory × 1 　・Sleeping bag & sleeping bag mat × the number of users 　・Smile lantern×1 　・CAPTAIN STAG mini-table × 1 　・SOTO single burner × 1 　・Alite chair × the number of users 　・Plates & cutlery × 1 set 　・Cooking tools × 1 set 　・Pot & water jug × 1 each 　 2.Campfire Set 　・Bonfire stand, firewood carrier & hatchet, fire lighter × 1 set 　・Marshmallow & bamboo skewer × 1 set 3.Meals 　・Tantan dumplings hot pot × double portion 　・Morning skillet × the number of users ●Fee 　One Person 13,000 JPY (incl. tax) 　Two People 7,500 (incl. tax) 　*price per person ●Reservation 　Please make a reservation on the "PICA Lake Saiko Fuji" official website. (C)Afro, Houbunsha / Outside Activity Committee

The annual 9th ‘Anitama Festival (Anime and Manga Festival in Saitama)’ will be held online on October 23, 2021. ‘Anitama Festival’ is a comprehensive anime and manga event that features“anime and tourism”. It was announced that Ayane Fujisaki (Dempagumi.inc/Saitama’s special tourism ambassador) and Miyu Kubota (i☆Ris) will serve as the MC. There will also be collaborations with ‘Encouragement of Climb Next Summit’, ‘Science Fell in Love, So I Tried to Prove It’, and ‘Farewell, My Dear Cramer’. The 9th ‘Anitama Festival’ will be held online on October 23. On October 23rd and 24th, ‘Encouragement of Climb’ season 1 to 3 binge-broadcast will also be held as Anitama Festival’s first “after night festival”. More details including the broadcast schedule will be announced on the official website at a late date. (C) Shiro/Earth Star Entertainment/‘Encouragement of Climb Next Summit’ Production Committee [Article reprinted from animeanime.biz]

To commemorate the 10th broadcast anniversary of the TV anime "Hanasaku Iroha", the "T-Card" has been announced. This "T-Card" is the "Support T-Card" that can be used to support the activities of the production committee of "Yuwaku Bonbori Festival". "Hanasaku Iroha" is the first "working series" by P.A.WORKS that was broadcast from April 2011 to September 2011. This original anime depicts the hostess apprentice, Matsumae Ohana, who is working at the hot spring inn "Kissuisou" in Ishikawa Prefecture, and the people around her. The fictional "Bonbori Festival" that appeared in the anime has become an "actual festival" and it is being held in Yuwaku Onsen, Kanazawa City (the model of the anime). This is an anime that is still loved by many fans. The announced "Support T-Card X Hanasaku Iroha" is a "Support T-Card", where the T-points obtained by shopping at the T-points' business partner can be used to donate to the selected party during the supporting period. The T-points obtained via the card is set aside to support the activities of the production committee of "Yuwaku Bonbori Festival", which was cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to the influence of the "Novel Coronavirus", and it will be linked to the continuation of this festival in the future. The surface of the card features an original illustration by the character designer and chief animation director, Sekiguchi Kanami. The design of the illustration is Ohana, Minko, Nako, and Yuina visiting "Bonbori Festival". Other than that, on the official website of "Support T-Card X Hanasaku Iroha", there will be a sale of the A3 size "Replicate Art" and "B2 Tapestry" with an original illustration, "Acrylic Art Stand" consisting of 3 acrylic boards to express the nuances of the background, the "Sliding-style Card Case" with the design of the wooden signboard of "Kissuisou", and other goods, so fan should check it out. The advance registration for "Support T-Card X Hanasaku Iroha" is currently available on the official website. From September 28, 2021, it will be available on certain "TSUTAYA" stores in Kita Shinetsu. The issuance fee is 550 JPY (tax included) and the issuance period is until December 31, 2022 while the supporting period is until December 31, 2026. Detailed information is available on the official website. 【Issuance Fee】550 JPY (tax included) 【Supporting Period】Until Thursday, December 31, 2026 【Issuance Period】Until Saturday, December 31, 2022 ※The scheduled delivery date for Support T-Card is on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 onward 【Applicable Store】 TSUTAYA ■ What's a Support T-Card? This is a T-Card, where you can contribute the T-points obtained from the T-points' business partner to the selected supporting partner. During the supporting period, all the T-points will be debited automatically. 30% of the debited T-points will be taken out as the handling fee. ※ The fixed period T-points will not be debited. After the supporting period, the T-Card can be used normally. (C) 2012 HanaIro Ryokan Union

From "Tokyo Revengers", the region limited advertisements were published on a full page of Asahi Newspaper Morning Issue on September 17. The distribution campaign of the "Japan Revengers" limited illustration cards on the bookstores has started. There is also a display of the region respective life-sized standing board and poster on the campaign bookstores. On the September 17 issue of Asahi Newspaper Morning Issue, the "Japan Revengers" region limited advertisement featuring the characters talking in local dialect, was published. This is something special as the designs vary by regions. Also, the distribution campaign of the "Japan Revengers" limited illustration cards is currently available on the bookstores. By purchasing the applicable products at the campaign bookstore, one special 47 prefectures revengers' illustration card will be given. Also, the region respective life-sized standing board and poster of "Japan Revengers" are displayed on the campaign bookstores. The standing board and poster have a slight different design than the illustration card and JR advertisement, so visit the physical bookstore to catch a glimpse on this limited version. The newspaper advertisement, bookstore illustration card, and bookstore poster featuring all the 47 prefectures can be seen on the designated website, so do check it out. (C) Wakui Ken, Kodansha

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the anime adaptation "Haganai" (short for Boku wa Tomodachi ga Sukunai, loosely 'I Don't Have Many Friends'), which depicts a pitiful youth rom-com, an exhibition event will be held at AKIHABARA Gamers Main Store from September 23. "Haganai" is the TV anime series based on the light novel that was written by Hirasaka Yomi and serialized in MF Bunko J. This work depicts a youth rom-com story between the protagonist Hasegawa Kodaka, who is having a difficulty making friends at school, and beautiful but pitiful girls of the "Neighbors Club", including Mikazuki Yozora, who is always in a bad mood. The 1st season of the anime was broadcast from October to December 2011, and 2nd season was broadcast from January 2013 to March 2013. This event titled '"Haganai" Anime 10th Anniversary Commemorative Museum' will exhibit the cutscenes and the anime magazine-copyrighted panels that bring back memories, and sell the latest foods. If you used to be an enthusiastic fan of "Haganai" back in the day, why don't you try visiting the event? '"Haganai" Anime 10th Anniversary Commemorative Museum' will be held at AKIHABARA Gamers Main Store from September 23 to October 10. (C)2011 Hirasaka Yomi, Published by Kadokawa Corporation - Media Factory / Production Committee Doesn't Have Many Friends (C)2013 Hirasaka Yomi, Published by Kadokawa Corporation - Media Factory / Production Committee Doesn't Have Many Friends

The first original art exhibition of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba", called "'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' Gotouge Koyoharu's Original Art Exhibition" will be held from October 26 to December 12, at Mori Arts Center Gallery, Tokyo. Prior to the exhibition, the latest goods, including the "Uribou Series T-shirts", have been revealed on the official website. "'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' Gotouge Koyoharu's Original Art Exhibition" will display various original arts by the author Gotouge Koyoharu, and this exhibition will reveal the charm of "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba", which remains popular after the serialization has ended. In the venue that has expressed the world setting of the original manga, there will be various tremendous 3-dimensional statues as well as a space, where you can experience the final battle between the Demon Slayer Corps. and the Demon, "Mugen Castle", so this is an exhibition that fans shouldn't miss out on. Various goods will be released to commemorate this exhibition, and a portion of the original goods with a new illustration by Gotouge Koyoharu have been revealed. A collaboration cafe with this exhibition will be held at the cafe "The Sun & The Moon" that is located next to the venue. "'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' Gotouge Koyoharu's Original Art Exhibition" will be held from October 26 to December 12, at Mori Arts Center Gallery, Tokyo. It will be held in Osaka on July 14, 2022. Please visit the official website for more detailed information. (C) Gotouge Koyoharu/ Shueisha

The collaboration between the game "Touken Ranbu Online" and the exhibition "The Sword: The Soul of the Warrior" has been decided. Various contents, such as the sale of goods and audio guide, will be available for a limited period from September 15 to October 31. This collaboration was held to commemorate the display of the four swords, Hizamaru, Honebami Toushirou, Yoshimoto (Souza) Samonji, and Akita Toushirou, on "The Sword: The Soul of the Warrior", an exhibition to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Suntory Museum of Art. First is the sale of the venue's limited collaboration goods. The "Tin Badge (4 types)" is priced at 550 JPY each, "Memo Pad" is priced at 660 JPY, "Postcard (set of 4)" is priced at 660 JPY, "Disinfection Spray (4 types)" is priced at 880 JPY each, "Double Ticket File (4 types)" is priced at 550 JPY each, while the "Tote Bag" is priced at 4,400 JPY. All the prices mentioned are inclusive of tax. For the audio guide, the navigator will be Suzuki Yuuto (voice of Honebami Toushirou) and he will explain the exhibition in a simple manner. Also, the bonus track is the collaboration voices of the Touken Danshi Honebami Toushirou. The rental price of the audio guide is 600 JPY (tax included). The broadcast of the travel program "Touken Ranbu Ookii Konnosuke no Touken Sanpo (Touken Ranbu: The strolling of the big Konnosuke)" featuring the 4 swords of this collaboration will have a special screening in Suntory Museum of Art. After the screening, the promotion leader, Ookii Konnosuke will make an appearance, and you can enjoy a photography session with him. This special screening is scheduled for September 25 and 26. Other than that, there are also other various collaboration contents, such as the display of the life-sized panel of Honebami Toushirou, Akita Toushirou, Souza Samonji, and Hizamaru in the museum during the exhibition period. （C）2015 EXNOA LLC/Nitroplus

From "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" comes the mascot figure of Kamado Nezuko, Agatsuma Zenitsu, Kochou Shinobu, and others. Pre-orders are currently available on "Animo". The product is the 2nd edition of the soft vinyl mini mascot "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Puppet Mascot". The lineup consists of 10 characters, which are Kamado Nezuko, Agatsuma Zenitsu, Hashibira Inosuke, Tsuyuri Kanao, Kochou Shinobu, Uzui Tengen, Himejima Gyoumei, Kanroji Mitsuri, Iguro Obanai, and Kibutsuji Muzan. "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" Puppet Mascot!! 2nd Edition 1 BOX" is priced at 6,600 JPY (tax included). Pre-orders are currently available on "Animo" until September 30. (C) Gotouge Koyoharu/ Shueisha, Aniplex, ufotable

From the TV anime "My Hero Academia" comes the figure of Midoriya Izuku and Bakugo Katsuki under Sega's latest figure brand "S-FIRE". Pre-orders are currently available on "S-FIRE" official website. The highlights of the "My Hero Academia Midoriya Izuku Figure" are the "Lively Posture", "Strong Determined Expression" with the most daring appearance. This is a high quality figure where the outer appearance to the inner content were created in the unique interpretation of "S-FIRE". "My Hero Academia Bakugo Katsuki Figure" has expressed his expression overflowing with the ambition to become stronger as a hero and the tremendous combination of the effect part that makes it look as if he were to explode right now. Do also check out the background pedestal that greatly emphasizes his exploding ability. "My Hero Academia Midoriya Izuku Figure" and "My Hero Academia Bakugo Katsuki Figure" is priced at 19,580 JPY each (tax included). Pre-orders are currently available on "S-FIRE" official website until November 30, and the release is scheduled for September 2022. (C) Horikoshi Kouhei/ Shueisha, My Hero Academia Production Committee

The authentic Japanese-style general goods pass cases made from Nishijin fabric that are inspired by "Inuyasha" and "Yashahime" have been released. It is currently available on "Eternorecit". The product is an authentic Japanese-style general goods pass cases that are made from the "Nishijin Fabric", which is a magnificent and beautiful traditional fabric that was created since the Heian Period. The lineup consists of Inuyasha, Sesshomaru, and Miroku from "Inuyasha" and Higurashi Towa, Setsuna, and Moroha from "Yashahime". This product has a beautiful design that is decorated with the respective character's image and weapon motif on the traditional Japanese pattern. Each product is priced at 3,850 JPY (tax included), and it is currently available on "Eternorecit". (C) Takahashi Rumiko/ Shogakukan, Yomiuri TV, Sunrise 2009 (C) Takahashi Rumiko/ Shogakukan, Yomiuri TV, Sunrise 2020

"Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair (KyoMaf) 2021" was held from September 18 to September 19, in Miyako Messe, Kyoto. The detailed information of Aniplex booth was announced together with a portion of the product lineup and the exhibition contents. The limited goods of "The Case Study of Vanitas", "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba", "Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night", "Heaven Official's Blessing", and "Fate/Grand Order" were on sale at "KyoMaf 2021" Aniplex booth. There is also an exhibition of the figures that are available for pre-orders together with the figures that were revealed for the first time. The lineup of the products is available on the designated website. Aniplex booth was set-up on No. 318, 3rd floor of Miyako Messe during "KyoMaf 2021". (C) Mochizuki Jun/ SQUARE ENIX, "The Case Study of Vanitas" Production Committee (C) Gotouge Koyoharu/ Shueisha, Aniplex, ufotable (C) 2020 Kawahara Reki/ KADOKAWA/ SAO-P Project (C) TYPE-MOON/ FGO Project

From "Mobile Suit Gundam", Char Aznable's helmet for normal suit will be released in 1/1 scale under the popular "Full Scale Works" series. Pre-orders are currently available on "Premium Bandai". This product "Full Scale Works Mobile Suit Gundam Char Aznable Helmet for Normal Suit" molded and reproduced the 1/1 scaled helmet(height: 330m), which Char used to wear when it's time to prove himself such as on-to-one combat against Amuro although he rarely wore a normal suit to adhere his principle that he would certainly return from battles. As well as the clear blue vizor being detachable, a magnet is also attached to the back of the head for easier attachment and detachment. Please try looking at the presence realized by 1/1 scale and faithful details created with curves and straight lines. "Full Scale Works Mobile Suit Gundam Char Aznable Helmet for Normal Suit" is priced at 33,000 JPY (incl. tax). Pre-orders are currently available on "Premium Bandai", and the delivery is scheduled for May 2022. (C)Sotsu, Sunrise

From "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED" comes Justice Gundam under the ultimate completed toy brand "METAL BUILD". The product will be in stores from January 2022. "METAL BUILD Justice Gundam" is a 3D model of Justice Gundam from the latter half of "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED", with its silhouette interpreted with its greatest feature, the "Fatum-00". The "Fatum-00" looks like a cape when attached to the back, and in its lifter mode, it folds out to increase its size, giving it a design that reminds us of the gallant figure from the show. "METAL BUILD Justice Gundam" is priced at 26,000 JPY (tax included), and will be in stores from January 2022. (C) Sotsu, Sunrise

From "Mobile Suit Gundam", 3 new works of the Gundam series will be released in 2022, which are a TV anime series "Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury", a movie "Mobile Suit Gundam: Cucuruz Doan's Island", and a special edition of TV anime series "Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans". Sunrise announced that they would start up a total of 3 works in 2022 to pursue further development of the Gundam series with over 40 years of history. A TV anime series "Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury" will be on air in 2022. This is the first TV anime series in 7 years after the broadcast of "Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans". A movie "Mobile Suit Gundam: Cucuruz Doan's Island" will be premiered in 2022. It is directed by Yasuhiko Yoshikazu, based on "Cucuruz Doan's Island", which is one of the TV anime "Mobile Suit Gundam" episodes. Moreover, along with the distribution of a smartphone application "Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans G", a special edition of "Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans" that was broadcast in 2015, will be on air in 2022, with 9 separate broadcasts . During the broadcast, "Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans Urðr Hunt", the latest title produced by the same staff as the TV series, will be partly shown. Please stay tuned for the release date and other detailed information. (C)Sotsu, Sunrise (C)Sotsu, Sunrise, MBS