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The teaser PV and key visual of the TV anime "Restaurant to Another World 2" have been released. It was also announced that the broadcast will start in October 2021, on TV Tokyo, TV Osaka, and AT-X. "Restaurant to Another World" is based on the fantasy another world "Meshi Tero (Lit. Food Terrorism)" light novel written by Inuzuka Junpei and illustrated by Enami Katsumi. The story takes place in the "Western Restaurant Nekoya" that creates a doorway that connects to various another worlds during the "Special Business" on every Saturday, even though it seems an ordinary restaurant that can be found anywhere in Japan at first glance, and it depicts the once-in-a-lifetime encounter between the "resident of the another world" and the meals. Season 1 was broadcast in 2017. Tenshu(master) of "Western Restaurant Nekoya" along with Aletta and Kuro working at "Western Restaurant Nekoya" can be seen in both the key visual and teaser PV. This will surely hype up the expectation toward the broadcast. "Restaurant to Another World 2" will start broadcasting in October 2021, on TV Tokyo, TV Osaka, and AT-X. Also, prior to the broadcast, the advance screening event with stage greeting featuring Suwabe Junichi (voice of Tenshu), Uesaka Sumire (voice of Aletta), and Onishi Saori (voice of Kuro), will be held on September 11, at 109 Cinemas Futakotomagawa. Detailed information can be found on the designated website. (C)Inuzuka Junpei, Shufunotomo Infos/ "Restaurant to Another World 2" Production Committee

The first official exhibition of the anime "ARIA" series, called "ARIA The MEMORIA ~Neo-Venezia International Movie Fest~" will be held from August 26 to September 12, 2021, at Marui City, Yokohama. The original illustration, mini characters illustration, and a portion of the goods with the concept of "Looking back on the series at Neo-Venezia International Movie Fest" have been released for the first time. The anime "ARIA" series based on the futuristic soothing work by Amano Kozue. The TV anime season 1 "ARIA The ANIMATION" was broadcast in 2005, TV anime season 2 "ARIA The NATURAL" was broadcast in 2006, the OVA "ARIA The OVA ~ARIETTA~" was broadcast in 2007, the TV anime season 3 "ARIA The ORIGINATION" was broadcast in 2008, the original new animation "ARIA The AVVENIRE" was broadcast in 2015 while the original new movie "ARIA The CREPUSCOLO" was released in spring 2021 as a commemoration on the 15th broadcast year of the TV anime. Also, the 15th broadcast commemoration work and the final chapter of "Blue Curtain Call", called "ARIA The CREPUSCOLO" will be released in winter 2021. The exhibition "ARIA The MEMORIA ~Neo-Venezia International Movie Fest~" will be displaying various precious items, such as the original art of the historical anime series, the planning information on the anime production by director Satou Junichi, and anime scripts. There are also miniature models of ARIA Company, new original goods, and entry novelty, so you shouldn't miss out on this event as an "ARIA" fan. "ARIA The MEMORIA ~Neo-Venezia International Movie Fest~" will be held from August 26 to September 12, 2021, at Marui City, Yokohama. A pop-up shop is scheduled to be held in Kobe Marui and Hakata Marui sequentially. (C) 2021 Amano Kozue/ Mag Garden, ARIA Company

The tickets sale for largest manga and anime event of west Japan, "Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair (KyoMafu) 2021" has started on July 27. At the same time, the exhibitors, featured works, and the first lineup of stage programs together with the limited collaboration visuals have been announced. "Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair (KyoMafu) 2021" is being held for the 10th years this time, and it will feature approximately of 60 companies and 50 works just like "KyoMafu 2019". The programs of this event will be held at two different stages, which are KyoMafu Stage and Miyako Messe Stage. The latest information on the exhibitors, featured works, and stage programs are available on the official website. "Okoshiyasu Ticket", "Advance Entry Ticket", "Miyako Messe Two Days Entry Ticket", and "Miyako Messe and Kyoto International Manga Museum Mutual Entry Ticket" are now available for sale since July 27. The application to view the stage view on the site is available if the ticket is purchased before August 27. Also, to commemorate the 10th anniversary of "KyoMafu", the collaboration visuals featuring 6 works with an original illustration (for some works) have been released. The theme for this year is "Popular Works X Kyoto Traditional Events", where the collaboration between the popular works and the traditional events of Kyoto, such as the festival, can be seen. Some of the collaboration visuals are "Aoi Festival X Sword Art Online Progressive: Aria of a Starless Night", "Gion Festival X MARGINAL＃4", "Mitarashi Festival X Kaguya-sama: Love is War", "Daimonji X Uta no Prince Sama♪ Shining Live", and "Jidai Festival X The Detective Is Already Dead". "KyoMafu 2021" will be held on September 18 - 19, 2021, at Miyako Messe and other location. For more information, do visit the official website of "KyoMafu 2021".

The 1st live tour of "Liella!", the newest school idol group from the latest addition of "Love Live!" series, "Love Live! Superstar!!", will be held from October 2021 to January 2022. At the same time, the cover of the Blu-ray Disc ofBD vol. 1 of the TV anime and the illustration of the early bird mutual novelty for corporate customers have been released. The series "Love Live! Super Star!!" is the latest project that started in January 2020 after "μ’s", "Aqours", and "Nijigasaki High School Idol Club". The announcement on general audition for the main cast members together with the anime production have become a hot topic. The TV anime is currently being broadcast on NHK E-TV since July 2021. For the 1st live tour, it will be held in 10 nationwide cities, which are Gunma, Okayama, Hokkaido, Osaka, Tokyo, Fukuoka, Aichi, Chiba, Fukui, and Miyagi, with a total of 20 performances. The advance registration for the ticket can be found on the CDs and the Blu-ray of the TV anime. "Love Live! Superstar!!" Blu-ray vol. 1 (Special Packaging) is priced at 7,700 JPY (tax included). Pre-orders are currently available at the stores until August 19, and the release is scheduled for September 28. (C) Project Love Live! Superstar!!

The first official exhibition of the anime "ARIA" series, called "ARIA The MEMORIA ~Neo-Venezia International Movie Fest~" will be held from August 26 to September 12, 2021, at Marui City, Yokohama. The original illustration, mini characters illustration, and a portion of the goods with the concept of "Looking back on the series at Neo-Venezia International Movie Fest" have been released for the first time. The anime "ARIA" series based on the futuristic soothing work by Amano Kozue. The TV anime season 1 "ARIA The ANIMATION" was broadcast in 2005, TV anime season 2 "ARIA The NATURAL" was broadcast in 2006, the OVA "ARIA The OVA ~ARIETTA~" was broadcast in 2007, the TV anime season 3 "ARIA The ORIGINATION" was broadcast in 2008, the original new animation "ARIA The AVVENIRE" was broadcast in 2015 while the original new movie "ARIA The CREPUSCOLO" was released in spring 2021 as a commemoration on the 15th broadcast year of the TV anime. Also, the 15th broadcast commemoration work and the final chapter of "Blue Curtain Call", called "ARIA The CREPUSCOLO" will be released in winter 2021. The exhibition "ARIA The MEMORIA ~Neo-Venezia International Movie Fest~" will be displaying various precious items, such as the original art of the historical anime series, the planning information on the anime production by director Satou Junichi, and anime scripts. There are also miniature models of ARIA Company, new original goods, and entry novelty, so you shouldn't miss out on this event as an "ARIA" fan. "ARIA The MEMORIA ~Neo-Venezia International Movie Fest~" will be held from August 26 to September 12, 2021, at Marui City, Yokohama. A pop-up shop is scheduled to be held in Kobe Marui and Hakata Marui sequentially. (C) 2021 Amano Kozue/ Mag Garden, ARIA Company

"POKEMON COLORS," an experienced-based exhibition of "Pokémon," will be held at Event Square on the 8th floor of Matsuya Ginza from July 22 to August 11. Some of the original products for the exhibition have now been revealed. A wide variety of items such as clear bags and key chains will be available. "POKEMON COLORS" is an experienced-based project where visitors can enjoy four activities and an installation with Pokémon. In the activities, Pokémon appear on the screen through each experience. In the installation, Pokémon appear in the images on the monitors arranged in a circle, and you can enjoy the light and sound effects. The exhibition's original products have been announced. The "Clear Bag with Pouch" is a large capacity clear bag with a Pokeball patterned pouch. It is a useful item for everyday shopping. It is priced at 3,850 JPY. The "iPhone Case Pokeball (SE, 7, and 8)" is a clear iPhone case that combines the artwork and logo of the exhibition. A total of eight different colors are available. It is priced at 1,980 JPY each. The "Art Deli Key Visual" is an art deli featuring the artwork from the exhibition. This item can be hung on the wall anywhere you like. It is priced at 4,400 yen. The "Acrylic Key Chain" features Pokémon and pokeballs. This item can be attached stylishly with a wire, and comes in a total of 9 types. It is priced at 1,100 JPY each. The patterned shirts include "Pokeball," "Pattern White," and "Pattern Black," and are unisex fashion items. The long-sleeved shirts are priced at 6,600 JPY each, and the short-sleeved shirts are priced at 5,500 JPY each. There are a total of eight types of "Ballpoint Pen" and "Mechanical Pencil", each in a colorful and cute antique style, and are priced at 385 JPY each. There are two types of "Pouches": Pikachu and all-over design. The zipper part opens wide, making this item easy to use for multiple purposes. The large size one can hold a 16-inch PC, so it will be useful for work. It is priced at 3,300 JPY for the large size and 1,650 JPY for the small size (all tax included). (C)2021 Pokémon. (C)1995-2021 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc.

"Isekai Museum (Museum of Another World)", the multi exhibition that combined 4 another world anime titles "Overlord", "KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World!", "The Saga of Tanya the Evil", and "Re: Life in a Different World from Zero" is held at "EJ Anime Museum" in Tokorozawa, Saitama, from July 17, 2021. Photos of the exhibition hall were released earlier, and the sale of official pamphlets was announced. In "Isekai Museum", the exhibition hall is divided into areas of "Overlord", "KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World!", "The Saga of Tanya the Evil", and "Re: Life in a Different World from Zero", and the famous scenes of each work are reproduced. The life-sized statues and video, lines, sound effects, and music are also used. It is the event where you can feel the charm of KADOKAWA's four another world works of "Isekai Quartet". In addition, you can buy the official pamphlet of the exhibition at the product sales corner. This is a premium book that features interviews with original authors, and the cast members, who played the main characters and heroines, taken for this event. When you come to the venue, you should definitely buy it as a memorial. In addition, from August 1 to September 26, a visitors' lottery "Re: Life in a Different World from Zero Limited Premium Figure 'Rem' Fallen Angel Ver." will be held. Furthermore, from September 7 to September 21, the "Isekai Museum : Satellite Shop" will open at the Seibu Shibuya store. Photo spots and panels will be displayed and decorated, and goods will be sold. "Isekai Museum " is held from July 17 to September 26 at "EJ Anime Museum" on the 3rd floor of Kadokawa Musashino Museum in Tokorozawa, Saitama. (C) 2021 Isekai Museum KADOKAWA (C) Kugane Maruyama / KADOKAWA / Overlord Production Committee (C) Kugane Maruyama / KADOKAWA / Overlord 2 Production Committee (C) Kugane Maruyama / KADOKAWA / Overload 3 Production Committee (C) 2016 Akatsuki Natsume / Kurone Mishima / KADOKAWA / KonoSuba Production Committee (C) 2017 Akatsuki Natsume / Kurone Mishima / KADOKAWA / KonoSuba 2 Production Committee (C) 2019 Akatsuki Natsume / Kurone Mishima / KADOKAWA / Movie KonoSuba Production Committee (C) Nagatsuki Tappei, published by KADOKAWA Co., Ltd./Re: Life in a different world starting from zero 1 Production Committee (C) Nagatsuki Tappei, published by KADOKAWA Co., Ltd./Re: Life in a Different World from Zero 2 Production Committee (C) Carlo Zen KADOKAWA / The Saga of Tanya the Evil Production Committee (C) Carlo Zen KADOKAWA / The Saga of Tanya the Evil Production Committee (C) Isekai Quartet 2 / KADOKAWA

Shonen Gangan August issue (released on July 12th) announced a commemorative project for the 20th anniversary of Fullmetal Alchemist. The announcement includes 'Fullmetal Alchemist the Exhibition Returns', the author Hiromu Arakawa's latest work, and new information about the anime and manga series. Fullmetal Alchemist is a popular manga series that has sold over 80 million copies around the world. The serialization started on Shonen Gangan on July 12th, 2001. This year, on July 12th, the series marks its 20th anniversary. As a commemorative project, 'Fullmetal Alchemist the Exhibition Returns' has been announced. The exhibition will be an upgraded version of the popular 'Fullmetal Alchemist the Exhibition', which was held from 2017 to 2019. It will start in December 2021 with two locations: Tokyo and Osaka. Along with the announcement, the key visual by the author Hiromu Arakawa has been released. The author re-produced the monochrome illustration that he drew 20 years ago for the serialization announcement. The serialization of the author's latest work has also been announced. There will be more information to be announced on Shonen Gangan, Gangan Official Website, and Twitter. In addition, there will be a 20th-anniversary special program on July 12th. Cast including Romi Park (voice actor of Edward Elric) and Rie Kugimiya (voice actor of Alphonse Elric) looks back on the memories and the attractions of the series. The special program will stream on YouTube Live and Shonen Gangan Twitter account at 8 pm. It is a must-see program for fans, so be sure not to miss it. There are also other new information provided along with the announcement, such as the production of 'Fullmetal Alchemist 20th anniversary book' and free streaming of the TV anime series 'Fullmetal Alchemist' episode 1 to 3. The streaming will be available on YouTube for a limited time from July 16th to July 29th. There will also be a revival serialization on 'Manga UP!' and 'Gangan ONLINE', and the first volume of the digital manga will be available for free until July 29th. Also, some stores have a 30% off sales for the whole volume. This will be a great opportunity for fans to re-read the original manga. （C）Hiromu Arakawa/SQUARE ENIX

“Cantera Lamp for Road Direction” (8,800 JPY, tax included) will be released on December 2021 as the 20th anniversary of the Ghibli movie “Spirited Away”. Pre-orders are currently available at Donguri Kyouwakoku stores around Japan and Online Shop Sora no Ue from July 22 (Thu). The Cantera lamp that led Chihiro to Zeniba’s residence in the movie is recreated in the size for an interior. The lamp part is detachable and lights up when it is swayed, flickering and glowing like a candle flame, getting stronger and weaker. This is the interior lamp that jumped out directly from the world of the movie. “Spirited Away” 20th anniversary model watch is also available on the stores and online shops from Thursday, July 22. There is a normal model and Donguri Kyowakoku model. The item information will be updated on the press release and Donguri Kyouwakoku official SNS. 【New Item (staring pre-order from July)】 The Cantera lamp that led Chihiro to Zeniba’s residence in the movie is recreated in the size for an interior. The original logo, “Spirited Away” 20th anniversary, is carved on the bottom. Product: Spirited Away: Cantera Lamp for Road Direction Price: 8,800 JPY (tax included) Material: Polyester, Metal, ABS Size: W110×H290×D140 (mm) Starting Date (Pre-Order): Thursday, July 22, 2021 Starting Date (Sale) Late December 2021 【Product Update for July 2021】 Product: Spirited Away SEIKO 20th Anniversary Model Kaonashi Red Price: 15,400 JPY (tax included) Product: Spirited Away SEIKO 20th Anniversary Model Haku Dragon Price: 15,400 JPY (tax included) This product can only be purchased at Online Shop Soranoue. Product: Spirited Away SEIKO 20th Anniversary Model Kaonashi Black Price: 15,400 JPY (tax included) Product: Spirited Away SEIKO 20th Anniversary Model Haku Price: 15,400 JPY (tax included) © Studio Ghibli

In July 2020, plastic bags were made chargeable for shopping. It has already been one year since then. Do you use reusable bags when you go out shopping? In this article, we will introduce some of the most popular "anime" reusable bags for reusable bag lovers and those who don't usually use them. "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" Reusable Bag This product is available in four types: "Dot Pattern" with cute mini characters, "Motif Pattern" with an easy-to-use design, "Rengoku Kyojuro Pattern" following the characters, and "Scene Pattern" scattered with each scene. The compact size is suitable for shopping at convenience stores, making it easy to carry around and use on a daily basis. The "’Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba’ Reusable Bag" will be available at Lawson stores for 980 JPY each (tax included). The sale will end as soon as the items are gone. "Jujutsu Kaisen" x Honeys Collaboration Reusable Bag This product is a collaboration item between "Jujutsu Kaisen" and the best-price store "Honeys." There are a total of 8 types of reusable bags inspired by the characters: "Itadori Yuji," "Fushiguro Megumi," "Kugisaki Nobara," "Zen’in Maki," "Inumaki Toge," "Panda," "Nanami Kento," and "Gojo Satoru." "The ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ Honeys x Jujutsu Kaisen Reusable Bag" will be on sale at Honeys from early July for 680 JPY each. The "Haikyu! TO THE TOP" Reusable Gusset Bag This product is a reusable bag with a wide gusset that is perfect for bento boxes at convenience stores and takeout. There are five types in total with simple designs for anyone: "Karasuno High School," "Nekoma High School," "Aoba Josai High School," "Fukuroudani High School," and "Inarizaki High School." "’Haikyu!! TO THE TOP’ Reusable Gusset Bag" will be available at 'animate' and 'ACOS' stores nationwide around August 13 for 1,650 JPY each (tax included). "Detective Conan" hellolulu Packable Market Bag This product is based on "Detective Conan" by bag brand "hellolulu," and comes in two models: "Edogawa Conan" and "Akai Shuichi." The diagonal design makes it easy to put in and take out luggage while wearing it on your shoulder, and it can also be used as a shoulder bag. It has a storage bag and elastic strap at the bottom for compact storage. It will be useful for everything from everyday use to travel. "’Detective Conan’ hellolulu Packable Market Bag" is available at the ‘LD Online Store’ for 3,300 JPY each (tax included). "My Neighbor Totoro" My Neighbor Totoro Yaoya-san Series Corn Reusable Bag This product was inspired by Totoro and his friends playing with colorful summer vegetables such as watermelon and tomatoes, based on the concept of "If Mei-chan were playing vegetable shop with fresh vegetables grown by Kanta's grandmother"...... This is one of the items in the miscellaneous series "My Neighbor Totoro Yaoya-san Series". The colorful vegetable patterned reusable bag can be folded and stored like corn and comes with a carabiner for convenient carrying. The "My Neighbor Totoro Yaoya-san Series Corn Reusable Bag" is available at ‘Donguri Republic’ and ‘Online Shop Sora no Ue’ nationwide for 2,640 JPY (tax included). (C) Gotouge Koyoharu / Shueisha, Aniplex, ufotable (C) Akutami Gege / Shueisha, Jujutsu Kaisen Production Committee (C) Furudate Shunichi / Shueisha, "Haikyu!!" Production Committee, MBS (C) Aoyama Gosho / Shogakukan, Yomiuri Television, TMS 1996 (C) Studio Ghibli

From Studio Ghibli’s goods shop “Donguri Kyowakoku”, “My Neighbor Totoro Vegetable Shop Series”, inspired by Totoro playing with colorful vegetables, will be released. The sale begins from the end of June 2021. “My Neighbor Totoro Vegetable Shop Series” is created under the concept of, “If May role-plays the vegetable store with fresh vegetables produced by Kanta’s Grandmother”, and the daily goods are designed by imaging Totoro and others playing colorful summer vegetables, including watermelon and tomato. From the eco bag that looks like a corn after folding it, a porch, glasses case, a hair band, and other items suitable for daily use are lined-up. Moreover, “My Neighbor Totoro Vegetable Play Collection”, the small figure series featuring cute small Totoros playing with vegetables, will be released with 6 designs. This product is packaged in the box looked like a realistic vegetable shop box. “My Neighbor Totoro Vegetable Shop Series” will be sold at Donguri Kyowaku around Japan and Online Shop Sola no Ue from June 2021. © Studio Ghibli

Dress-type relax wear inspired by Ghibli's heroines from "Castle in the Sky", "Kiki's Delivery Service", and "The Secret World of Arrietty" will be on sale from June 26, 2021, in four varieties. These products will be released from "Donguri Closet", a brand created by "Donguri Kyowakoku", which develops Studio Ghibli goods for women, such as cosmetics, cases, accessories, etc., under the concept of "the place where you can be yourself". The lineup includes a total of 4 products: "Donguri Closet Exclusive Kiki's Delivery Service Relax Wear Witch's Dress", "Donguri Closet Exclusive Kiki's Delivery Service Relax Wear Witch's Dress Long", "Donguri Closet Exclusive Castle in the Sky Relax Wear Angel Floating Down from the Sky Dress", and "Donguri Closet Exclusive The Secret World of Arrietty Relax Wear Flower Garden Dress". The characteristic motifs of Sheeta, Kiki, and Arrietty, who are the heroines of "Castle in the Sky", "Kiki's Delivery Service", and "The Secret World of Arrietty", are casually designed on the dresses. The over-sized dresses are perfect for room or casual wear. Moreover, "Donguri Closet" exclusive cases and scrunchies inspired by "Castle in the Sky" and "The Secret World of Arrietty" will also be available at "Donguri Closet" stores, certain stores nationwide, and the online shop Soranoue-ten. Please enjoy collecting matching items. Please visit the "Donguri Closet" special webpage for more details.