It has been announced that "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Yuru Camp△ × Love Live! Sunshine!! ~" will be held as a collaboration project between "Yuru Camp△" and "Love Live! Sunshine!!". Set in Shizuoka, the hometown of both series, various initiatives will be carried out, accompanied by illustrations showcasing different locations. "Yuru Camp△" is an anime based on the manga by Afro, known for its depiction of high school girls enjoying camping and its relaxed atmosphere. Since its anime adaptation in 2018, it has aired two TV series and one short anime series, with the movie "Yuru Camp△" released in 2022, all of which have been highly successful. The third TV series began airing in April 2024. "Love Live! Sunshine!!" is the second series of the "Love Live! Project" under the theme of "fulfilling a story together," which tells the story of nine high school girls becoming "school idols" to fulfill their dreams . It depicts the struggles and growth of the school idol group "Aqours," formed at a school in the Uchiura area of Numazu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. The project started in February 2015 with the release of the magazine "Dengeki G's Magazine," and continued with the broadcast of two TV anime series from 2016 to 2017, followed by the release of a completely new theatrical edition in 2019. On New Year's Eve 2018, "Aqours" participated in the 69th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen. As of June 2024, "Aqours" is approaching its 9th anniversary since formation, showing even more excitement. Starting with the release of the key visual, the collaboration project "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Yuru Camp△ × Love Live! Sunshine!! ~" will feature various initiatives involving illustrations showcasing different locations in Shizuoka. Accompanying the announcement is the release of key visuals. Additionally, the characters visiting famous spots in Shizuoka will be depicted in illustrations by illustrator Fuyuno Kamome in the project titled "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Scenery of Encounters ~." The first three illustrations from the western area were unveiled. "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Scenery of Encounters ~" consists of a total of nine illustrations, with three each from the central and eastern areas to be released later. In addition, illustration cards will be distributed at the featured and surrounding facilities. Distribution of the first three illustrations from the western area will begin on May 11, with the distribution method to be announced on May 2. Goods featuring the illustrations will also be produced, so stay tuned for further updates. Furthermore, a total of 18 stamps featuring attractive spots in Shizuoka have been introduced as "Meets SHIZUOKA Stamps." A stamp rally and the sale of various goods featuring the stamp illustrations have also been decided. From April 26, JR Tokai's collaboration campaign between "OshiTabi" and "Meets SHIZUOKA" will begin. Visitors presenting an EX reservation or Smart EX usage ticket at designated locations will receive an original A5 clear file. Additionally, from May 3, a POP-UP SHOP will open at "Shizuoka PARCO," offering a variety of "Meets SHIZUOKA" original goods. Fans are encouraged to visit the shop. For more details on the collaboration project "Meets SHIZUOKA ~ Yuru Camp△ × Love Live! Sunshine!! ~," check out the official SNS (X・Instagram) and the special website. (C) Afro, Houbunsha / Outdoor Activities Project (C) 2017 Project Love Live! Sunshine!!

In commemoration of the 5th anniversary of the TV anime "Dr. STONE," a special event titled "Dr. STONE: Stone Banquet" will be held at the Tokyo International Forum on August 11. The newly drawn event visuals have been unveiled for the first time. Detailed information has also been announced, revealing that an original cola "SENKU’S Cola" produced in collaboration with the craft cola maker "Iyoshi Cola" will be available for sale. "Dr. STONE" is based on the manga serialized by Inagaki Riichiro and Boichi in "Weekly Shonen Jump," depicting modern high school students like Ishigami Senku confronting a world of stone (Stone World) using science in a "craft adventure tale." The original work ranked 2nd in the Comics category of the "Next Manga Awards 2018" and won the Shogakukan Manga Award in the Boys category, with a cumulative circulation of over 15 million copies. The anime series premiered its first season in July 2019, followed by the second season in January 2021. In July 2022, a TV special titled "Dr. STONE: Ryusui" depicting episodes from the original work was also broadcast. The third season aired from April to June 2023, followed by the second cour starting in October of the same year and concluding in December. The production of the final season, "Dr. STONE: Science Future," has also been announced. The special event "Dr. STONE: Stone Banquet" is held in celebration of the 5th anniversary of the anime's broadcast. The newly unveiled event visuals feature Senku and others wearing event T-shirts. Additionally, merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations will be available for sale at the event venue and through advance sales. In collaboration with "Iyoshi Cola," a pioneer in craft cola culture, the sale of the reproduced product "SENKU’S Cola," featured in the series, has also been confirmed. Furthermore, cast members Kobayashi Yusuke (as Ishigami Senku), Suzuki Ryota (as Nanami Ryusui), Sato Gen (as Chrome), Kawanishi Kengo (as Asagiri Gen), and Ono Kensho (as Saionji Ukyo) will be present at the event to perform a newly written original story created for the event. In addition to the above, special screenings, a live performance by BURNOUT SYNDROMES, who performed the opening theme for the first season's first cour and the TV special "Dr. STONE: Ryusui," and a live performance by Ishizaki Huwie, who performed the opening theme for the first cour of the third season, will be held at the venue. Special exhibitions, including comment boards from a total of 25 cast members, will also be held. The special event "Dr. STONE: Stone Banquet" commemorating the 5th anniversary of the start of the TV anime "Dr. STONE" will be held at the Tokyo International Forum on August 11th. Pre-sale tickets are currently available exclusively through "Ticket Pia." Please check the event's official website for more details. Summary of "Dr. STONE: Stone Banquet" Event ■Date and Time: August 11, 2024 (Sunday), with both day and night performances. Day Session: Doors open at 11:45, performance starts at 13:45. Night Session: Doors open at 16:00, performance starts at 18:00. ■Venue: Tokyo International Forum, Hall C. ■Cast and Artists: Kobayashi Yusuke (Ishigami Senku) Suzuki Ryota (Nanami Ryusui) Sato Gen (Chrome) Kawanishi Kengo (Asagiri Gen) Ono Kensho (Saionji Ukyo) BURNOUT SYNDROMES Ishizaki Huwie ■Ticket Price: 8,800 JPY (tax included) for all seats. ※Includes attendee benefits. ※Additional fees apply. ※Ticket applications are limited to one per person for each session, with a maximum purchase limit of four tickets per person. ■Ticket Sales Schedule: Official Pre-sale: ・Application Period: From April 14, 2024 (Sun) 12:00 to May 6, 2024 (Mon, holiday) 23:59. ・Results Announcement: May 9, 2024 (Thu) 18:00. ・Payment Deadline: May 12, 2024 (Sun) 23:59. Official Second Pre-sale: ・Application Period: From May 14, 2024 (Tue) 12:00 to June 2, 2024 (Sun) 23:59. ・Results Announcement: June 5, 2024 (Wed) 18:00. ・Payment Deadline: June 9, 2024 (Sun) 23:59. General Sale: From June 22, 2024 (Sat) 10:00 onwards. General sales are on a first-come, first-served basis and will end once the planned number of tickets is sold out. © Kome Studio/Boichi/Shueisha, Dr. STONE Production Committee © Kome Studio/Boichi/Shueisha