PEACH-PIT 25th Anniversary Special Exhibition

Since PEACH-PIT began their first original full-length serialization, DearS, in 2001, the manga creator has released numerous notable works, including ZOMBIE-LOAN, Rozen Maiden, and Shugo Chara!. Their delicate, beautiful art, paired with a serious dramatic depth beneath the cute surface, has earned them support from fans in Japan and overseas. This exhibition traces PEACH-PIT’s 25-year career across the boundaries of publishers and magazines, bringing together works from many series in one place.

The exhibition features a wide range of original materials, including displays that chart the artists’ creative journey and 3D exhibits and photo spots that faithfully recreate the worlds of their manga. Visitors can also watch footage that captures PEACH-PIT’s manga production process, offering a close look at how the pages come together. For longtime readers, the exhibition is a rare chance to see original artwork from multiple series side by side; for newer readers, it works as a broad introduction to PEACH-PIT’s body of work.

The Nagoya venue adds two exclusive elements: rough original drawings being revealed for the first time, and limited-edition goods that can only be purchased at this venue.

Event details

• Schedule: 10:00–17:00 (last admission 30 minutes before closing)
• Fridays during the event period: 10:00–18:30 (last admission 30 minutes before closing)
• Location: F-Lead Building 2nd Floor, 2-11-6 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture 〒460-0003
• Advance ticket with goods: 18,700 yen (tax included)
• Same-day ticket, adult (junior high school students and above): 2,310 yen (tax included)
• Same-day ticket, child (elementary school students): 1,210 yen (tax included)

Access: 7-minute walk from Exit 1 of Fushimi Station on the Subway Higashiyama and Tsurumai Lines; 5-minute walk from Exit 5 of Marunouchi Station on the Subway Higashiyama and Tsurumai Lines.

Inquiries: Nagoya Venue Secretariat email form

Official website: PEACH-PIT 25th Anniversary Special Exhibition

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Who are PEACH-PIT?

PEACH-PIT is a Japanese manga artist duo made up of Banri Sendo and Shibuko Ebara. They began publishing in the late 1990s and are known for detailed artwork, precise costumes, and stories that use supernatural or fantasy premises to examine friendship, identity, and personal conflict.

Their most well-known series are Rozen Maiden, a story about anthropomorphic dolls and the contests they are drawn into; Zombie-Loan, which follows characters who can see marks left by the dead; and Shugo Chara!, a children’s series about guardian characters tied to the protagonist’s unrealized self. Several of their works have been serialized in different manga magazines and adapted into television anime.

Over the course of more than twenty years, PEACH-PIT have maintained a consistent style—fluid linework, ornate clothing, and emotionally contained dialogue—while moving between stories aimed at different age groups. They are less notable for genre innovation than for sustaining reader interest through careful pacing and visually distinctive pages.

Super Taiwan Food Stall Festival in Okachimachi

Enjoy Taiwan in Okachimachi!

For five days, from Saturday, September 19 to Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the “Super Taiwan Street Food Festival in Okachimachi” will take place at Okachimachi Panda Square. This event—which serves as the third installment of a relay series of events—aims to bring the distinct charm of Taiwanese gourmet food and the vibrant energy of night markets to the heart of Japan.

The venue is situated at Okachimachi Panda Square, a prime location just a short distance from Okachimachi Station. Due to this excellent accessibility, the festival is designed to welcome a diverse crowd, including local residents, tourists, families, couples, and friends.

Having previously gained attention across various media platforms, including terrestrial broadcasting, the “Taiwan Street Food Festival” returns on an even larger scale. The organizers have produced the entire venue to mirror the aesthetic of a traditional Taiwanese night market, offering visitors a sense of escapism and presence that mimics a trip to authentic Taiwan while remaining within Tokyo. The primary appeal of the event lies in the ability to experience not only the cuisine but also the specific food and night market cultures through the atmosphere unique to street stalls.

Why not visit the “Super Taiwan Street Food Festival in Okachimachi” and experience the vibrancy of an authentic night market?

Store List

Ayasume Shoten

• Carbon Grilled (Taiwanese Skewers): 800 yen
  Tankaao features ingredients grilled fragrantly with a touch of authentic Taiwanese flavor, resulting in a juicy umami-rich dish that captures the essence of street food.

rico cafe

• QQ Balls: 700 yen~
  These popular night market sweets are freshly fried Taiwanese treats made with sweet potatoes, offering a contrast between a crispy exterior and a chewy interior.

Peccary Beer

• Green Sansho and Lemon Ale: 800 yen~
  This beer emphasizes the nature and flavors of Nagano Prefecture. The Green Sansho provides a fresh fragrance reminiscent of freshly picked citrus, combining a sharp lime or green lemon feel with woodiness, spiciness, and a “green” scent of forest herbs and young leaves.

Ginza Tairaku Tangao

• Premium Plain: 1,600 yen
  A plain castella cake that is slowly baked in an oven to achieve a light, airy, and clean taste.

Official Bar Taiwan Gold Medal Beer

• Taiwan Gold Medal Beer: 700 yen
  This award-winning lager is the most beloved beer in Taiwan. Utilizing Taiwanese Hourai rice as a secondary ingredient, it is characterized by a subtle sweetness and a refreshing, low-bitterness finish.

pie monster

• Fragrant Osmanthus Tangyuan Shaved Ice: 1,000 yen
  A Taiwanese shaved ice dessert that combines almond syrup and fragrant osmanthus syrup with black sesame tangyuan, blending a rich aroma with a chewy texture.

*Please check the official website for detailed contents.

Basic Information

• Venue / Nearest Station: Okachimachi South Exit Station Square (Okachimachi Panda Square)
  • Okachimachi Station (1 min walk)
  • Ueno-Okachimachi Station (1 min walk)
• Address: 〒110-0005 3-26 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo MAP
• Event Period: 2026/09/19 (Sat) ～ 2026/09/23 (Wed/Holiday)
• Hours: 11:00 – 21:00
• Fee/Cost: Free admission
• Official SNS: X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/taiwan_yatai

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What is a Taiwanese night market?

A Taiwanese night market is an outdoor market that operates in the evening and sells primarily food. Night markets are found in most Taiwanese cities and towns, and they have been a consistent part of urban food culture for decades. Vendors set up stalls along streets or in open plazas in the late afternoon and generally stay open until late at night.

The food is cooked to order in small stalls or carts, and most of it is designed to be eaten immediately. Some dishes are eaten while walking; others are consumed at shared plastic tables and stools set up near the stalls. The menu at a typical night market includes oyster omelets, grilled chicken skewers, stinky tofu, dumplings, scallion pancakes, sweet-potato balls, and various fried snacks. There are also drinks: bubble tea, shaved ice, fresh fruit juices, and beer. Prices are usually low, and portions are small enough that a meal can consist of several different items bought from different vendors.

Not all night markets are the same. Some have developed into major tourist attractions, with long queues for famous stalls and more merchandise vendors selling clothes, accessories, and phone cases. Others cater mainly to local residents and have a narrower range of food and goods. The layout varies as well: some markets occupy a single narrow lane, while others spill into several blocks or a public square.

The social pattern is consistent. Customers include nearby residents, office workers, students, and tourists. Service is fast, seating is basic, and the atmosphere is crowded and noisy. There is little ceremony around ordering; customers point at what they want, pay, and wait a few minutes. The appeal of a night market is not that it offers an unusual kind of cooking, but that it combines inexpensive, freshly made food with a casual setting in which people can eat alone or in groups without much planning.

The Super Taiwan Food Stall Festival in Okachimachi is modeled on this format. It brings together Taiwanese-style food stalls in a Tokyo venue and follows the same basic principle: order at the counter, eat quickly, and move on.

NAGOYA WELCOME FESTIVAL

As the eyes of the world turn toward the city this summer, Nagoya is launching a series of coordinated events designed to capitalize on this global attention. These festivities offer a multifaceted experience, blending the high-energy excitement of international sports with curated exhibitions that showcase the city’s charms from a fresh perspective. Whether you are a lifelong local resident or a visitor arriving for the first time, the festival provides an opportunity to engage with the unique energy currently permeating the region.

MEIEKI ASIA GATEWAY

Located at the heart of the city’s transit hub, this venue serves as a gateway to the region’s heritage and industrial prowess. Visitors can expect a diverse range of content—including interactive workshops, stage events, and curated exhibitions—that highlight the intersection of Nagoya’s traditional culture and its modern industrial achievements.

Venue: Special Venue at Nagoya Station West Side Station Plaza
Period: Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Saturday, October 24, 2026

Monument Exhibition
A specialized monument exhibition focusing on traditional industry will be on display, allowing guests to appreciate the intricate craftsmanship and cultural depth that define Nagoya.

• Exhibition Period: Saturday, September 12, 2026 – Saturday, October 24, 2026

Float Exhibition
The event will feature two distinct floats from Nakamura Ward, exhibited sequentially.

• Karako-sha: Saturday, September 5, 2026
• Koyo-gari-sha: Sunday, September 6, 2026

MEIEKI SPORTS GATE
This segment offers a “Digital × Sports Experience,” merging athletic engagement with modern technology.

• Experience Period: Saturday, September 19, 2026 – Sunday, October 4, 2026, and Sunday, October 18 – Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 10:00 – 21:00 (Note: On Sunday, October 11, hours are limited to 12:00 – 15:00)

For comprehensive details regarding the specific workshops and scheduled stage events, please visit the Official Website (External Link).

THE SPORTS LAB

For those interested in the mechanics and prestige of the Games, THE SPORTS LAB provides an educational environment where the highlights of the tournament are introduced through guided experiences. To commemorate the visit, a photo spot modeled after an official podium has been installed, where guests can take photographs utilizing special medals.

Venue: Special Venue inside the Nagoya City Museum
Period: Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Saturday, October 24, 2026

Sports Experience
These sessions allow participants to move their bodies and experience the physical appeal of the featured sports firsthand.

• Time: 9:30 – 17:00 (Please note that event suspension days will align with the museum’s scheduled closing days)

Further information can be found on the Official Website (External Link).

ASIA MEETS NAGOYA

Spanning three days, this event is designed as a full-day destination for all ages, combining athletic activity with the city’s famous culinary scene.

Venue: Special Venue at Kinjo Futo Central Green Space
Period: Monday (Holiday), September 21, 2026 – Wednesday (Holiday), September 23, 2026

Sports Experience Classes
These classes provide a hands-on way to experience the specific events of the Games. Participation is open to parents and children; while pre-registration is encouraged, same-day slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Featured Sports: Basketball, Climbing, and Squash
• Time: 30-minute sessions held between 11:00 – 18:00

Stage Events
The atmosphere will be driven by a variety of programmed activities, ranging from citizen-led stages to talk shows featuring luxury guests.

Nagoya-meshi Expo
This culinary gathering brings together the representative gourmet foods of the city. This food and drink booth is the primary destination for those wishing to sample flavors unique to Nagoya.

Workshops & Fair
A dedicated fair corner for families will be operational, featuring various craft experiences and workshops♪

Detailed programming is available on the Official Website (External Link).

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Event Summary

• Dates:
  • MEIEKI ASIA GATEWAY: Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Saturday, October 24, 2026
  • THE SPORTS LAB: Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Saturday, October 24, 2026
  • ASIA MEETS NAGOYA: Monday (Holiday), September 21, 2026 – Wednesday (Holiday), September 23, 2026
• Time: Varies by venue
• Locations: Special venues at Nagoya Station West Side Station Plaza, inside Nagoya City Museum, and Kinjo Futo Central Green Space (Note: The access map specifically points to the Nagoya Station West Side Station Plaza)
• Price: Free admission
• Contact: Nagoya City General Affairs Bureau, Asia/Asian Para Games Promotion Division
• Telephone: 052-972-4620
• Website: https://nagoya-awp.jp/

What is Nagoya-meshi?

Nagoya-meshi is the collective name for local dishes that developed in Nagoya and the surrounding area. The term comes from meshi, meaning “meal” or “rice,” and is used for a range of foods that originated in the city and later became common across Japan. Nagoya’s food culture differs from Kyoto’s lighter, subtler cooking and Tokyo’s brothy styles in that it relies on stronger flavors, with red miso, soy sauce, and dried seafood as recurring ingredients.

The most important of these is hatcho miso, a dark, reddish-brown soybean paste with a concentrated, slightly bitter taste. It is the base of miso katsu, a breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet served with a thick miso sauce, and miso nikomi udon, a pot of firm noodles simmered in a dark, salty broth. Hitsumabushi is grilled eel served over rice; it is eaten first on its own, then with condiments such as spring onion and wasabi, and finally with green tea or broth poured over it as chazuke. Tebasaki are chicken wings coated in a sweet, spicy, soy-based glaze, while kishimen are flat, wide wheat noodles served in a light soy broth.

Nagoya-meshi also includes parts of the city’s café culture. Ogura toast is a thick slice of bread topped with butter and sweet red bean paste, a standard breakfast item in local coffee shops. Ankake spaghetti is thick spaghetti covered in a glossy, black-pepper-heavy sauce, another dish created in Nagoya.

The common thread is not refinement but directness. The food is filling, heavily seasoned, and served in generous portions. At the Nagoya Welcome Festival 2026, food stalls and tasting events will give visitors an introduction to these dishes and the cooking traditions behind them.

Ueno Zoku Summer Festival

A large-scale horror festival fully produced by “Takku,” who enjoys immense support from ghost story and urban legend fans, will be held!

Takku, a creator who has earned immense support from ghost story and urban legend fans through his unique perspective and overwhelming talking ability, is bringing his distinctive worldview to Ueno Onshi Park this Silver Week. The result is an unprecedented outdoor horror festival — a large-scale event where the eerie universe of “Takku TV Radio” can be experienced realistically, rather than merely listened to from a speaker or screen.

The venue will feature a wide range of projects, including experiential horror content, stage productions, and talk events with a luxurious guest lineup. Limited-edition goods that can only be obtained at the festival, along with food booths and kitchen cars, round out the summer festival atmosphere and give attendees plenty of reasons to linger from the 11:00 start.

Best of all, admission is free. The event is designed for a broad audience — horror fans, of course, but also families looking for a destination during the consecutive holidays, and even foreign visitors to Japan. This Silver Week, a trip to Ueno Onshi Park offers a “chilling” summer festival that can only be tasted there.

Part of the project lineup revealed!

• Ghost story storytelling (Yose) by luxurious ghost story tellers, etc.
• Horror movie screenings
• Horror DJ, Horror BON Dance
• Sale of horror food and goods

Horror-loving guests from various genres will also gather in large numbers. Details, including additional performers and stage programming, are scheduled to be released sequentially on the official website and SNS, so it is worth checking back before the event.

*Please check the official website for detailed content.

Basic Info

• Venue / Nearest Station: Ueno Onshi Park (Ueno Park) / Ueno Station / Keisei Ueno Station
• Address: 〒110-0007, Ueno Koen, Ikenohata 3-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo — MAP
• Event Area: Ueno Onshi Park, Fountain Square
• Period: 2026/09/19 (Sat) ～ 2026/09/23 (Wed, Public Holiday)
• Time: Starts 11:00
• Fee/Cost: Admission: Free (*Some paid content and stages available)
• Official Website: https://zokunatsu.com/
• Official SNS: X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/zokunatsu / Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zokunatsu/
• Rain Policy: Will be held in rain / Cancelled in severe weather

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Ueno Onshi Park is a public park in the Ueno district of Tokyo. It occupies the former grounds of Kaneiji Temple, a large Buddhist temple that was mostly destroyed during the Boshin War in 1868. The park was opened in 1873 as one of the first public parks in Japan. The name Onshi means “imperial gift”: in 1924, the Imperial Household transferred the land to Tokyo City, and the park was renamed accordingly.

The park now contains a cluster of cultural institutions, including the Tokyo National Museum, the National Museum of Nature and Science, the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, and Ueno Zoo. Its grounds also include Shinobazu Pond and several surviving temple buildings. The main avenue is lined with cherry trees, making the park one of Tokyo’s standard hanami spots in spring. In summer, the plazas and paved walks are used for open-air events.

The Ueno Zoku Summer Festival is an after-dark horror event that makes use of the park’s layout and structures. It is staged along paths and around buildings, with the existing foliage and lighting serving as the backdrop. Entry to the park itself is free; festival tickets are sold separately. Visitors attending the event do not need to pay an admission fee for the park.

Encounter Legendary Pokémon: Legend Research in Nihonbashi & Yaesu

From September 9 through November 29, 2026, the Nihonbashi and Yaesu districts of Tokyo will host “Legend Research: Meet Legendary Pokémon in Nihonbashi & Yaesu,” an urban-scale Pokémon event spanning multiple buildings, plazas, and streets in the area. With more than 100 Pokémon on display, the event invites visitors to encounter both familiar and Legendary Pokémon as they walk through a district where historic streetscapes and cutting-edge urban functions coexist.

Over 100 Pokémon on Public Display

The core of the event is a free, city-wide exhibition. Nineteen Pokémon, including Legendary Pokémon, will appear as statues at facilities managed and operated by the Mitsui Fudosan Group, such as Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower, COREDO Muromachi Terrace, and Tokyo Midtown Yaesu. In addition, a total of over 100 Pokémon will be placed both inside and outside buildings throughout the area. Since the city-displayed Pokémon can be viewed by anyone free of charge, visitors can experience encounters with Pokémon simply by taking a stroll through the neighborhood. The event effectively turns the entire district into a walkable Pokémon habitat, making it a notable destination for families, fans, and visitors interested in seeing the area from a new perspective.

Paid Puzzle-Solving Experience

For those who want a more structured activity, the event offers “Pokémon Legend Research ~Awaken the Legendary Research Report!~,” a puzzle-solving experience in which participants search for Pokémon while walking through the city and solve mysteries based on clues hidden at each spot. Participants receive a dedicated kit and tour the area while researching the Legendary Pokémon that have appeared in the Nihonbashi and Yaesu region.

The production of the puzzle experience was handled by RIDDLER, a group of puzzle creators led by Ryogo Matsumaru, who is known as a devoted Pokémon fan. The puzzle-solving kit exchange ticket is priced at 3,300 yen (tax included). The operating hours for the puzzle-solving activity are 11:00–19:00 on weekdays and 10:00–20:00 on weekends and holidays. The reception point is located on the 1st floor of Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower.

Original Event Goods

Original merchandise featuring newly drawn key visuals created for the event will also be on sale. The lineup includes drawstring bags, folding fans, acrylic keychains, acrylic stands, mugs, and T-shirts. With this variety of goods, visitors can take home a tangible reminder of the event and relive the experience after the event period has ended.

An Autumn Stroll with Pokémon

The event offers a seasonal experience available only this autumn, combining a walk through Pokémon installations with the urban charms of Nihonbashi and Yaesu. The encounter with Pokémon becomes an opportunity to discover new aspects of the city itself, from its historical atmosphere to its modern commercial spaces.

©2026 Pokémon. ©1995-2026 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc.
Pocket Monsters, Pokémon, and Pokémon are trademarks of Nintendo, Creatures, and GAME FREAK.

Basic Info

Locations / Nearest Stations

Location	Nearest Stations
Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower	Mitsukoshimae Station / Shin-Nihonbashi Station
COREDO Muromachi 3	Mitsukoshimae Station
COREDO Muromachi 1	Mitsukoshimae Station / Shin-Nihonbashi Station
COREDO Muromachi 2	Mitsukoshimae Station / Shin-Nihonbashi Station
COREDO Muromachi Terrace	Mitsukoshimae Station / Shin-Nihonbashi Station
Tokyo Midtown Yaesu	Tokyo Station / Kyobashi (Tokyo) Station / Nihonbashi (Tokyo) Station

Venue: Nihonbashi and Yaesu Area. Puzzle-solving reception: Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower 1F.

Event Period: Wednesday, 2026/09/09 – Sunday, 2026/11/29

Hours: Weekdays 11:00–19:00 / Weekends & Holidays 10:00–20:00. These are the operating hours for the puzzle-solving.

Price / Cost: Puzzle-solving kit exchange ticket: 3,300 yen (tax included). The Pokémon appearing in the city are free to view.

Official Site: https://mitsui-shopping-park.com/urban/legend-research

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What are Nihonbashi and Yaesu?

Nihonbashi and Yaesu are adjacent districts in central Tokyo. Nihonbashi is in Chūō Ward, Yaesu in Chiyoda Ward; the Nihonbashi River and the tracks approaching Tokyo Station roughly form their boundary.

Nihonbashi was a commercial center from the early Edo period. The first bridge, completed in 1603, was the starting point of the five highways, and the present bridge, rebuilt in 1911, still crosses the river under an expressway. The district retains its financial role: the Bank of Japan and the Tokyo Stock Exchange are located here, alongside old department stores and specialist shops.

Yaesu lies on the east side of Tokyo Station. The name is often traced to Jan Joosten, a Dutch trader with land in Edo in the early 1600s. The area was rebuilt after the Second World War and has since served as the station’s bus and taxi terminus, with underground passages connecting to the Shinkansen and major commuter lines. Older shopping arcades and new high-rise buildings stand within the same blocks.

Because the two districts are about a ten-minute walk apart, the area offers enough room and transport access for a Pokémon event that involves moving participants between indoor and outdoor locations.

Tachikawa Oktoberfest 2026

A 13-day “German Beer Festival” to drink, eat, sing, and dance.

A 13-day “German Beer Festival” to drink, eat, sing, and dance.

“Tachikawa Oktoberfest 2026” will be held at the Showa Kinen National Government Park (Hana-Midori Culture Center Yume Hiroba). Set against the nature-rich, lush green environment stretching to the north of JR Tachikawa Station, the event will unfold as a large-scale beer festival coloring autumn in Tachikawa, featuring ice-cold German beers, authentic foods, a music stage that unites the venue, and participatory projects that families and friends can enjoy together.

Leveraging Tachikawa’s location—which combines a nature-rich environment with the convenience of an urban event—Tachikawa Oktoberfest is a comprehensive event where you can enjoy authentic German beers, a variety of dishes, stage performances, participatory projects, and exhibition content. Five famous German beer brands will open booths at the venue, offering a diverse range of ice-cold beers that allow you to taste each brand’s unique character. The food menu is also extensive, featuring a wide lineup including classic premium sausages, steaks, and pizzas, allowing guests to enjoy various pairings with their beer. Furthermore, the event is full of attractions beyond eating and drinking, such as stage performances centered around musical groups active at Oktoberfests across various regions, the “Beer Challenge”—a participatory competition for visitors—and a classic car exhibition featuring famous German automobiles.

Set within the open location of Showa Kinen National Government Park, which is unique to national parks, the event is structured so that you can enjoy drinking, eating, singing, and experiencing, making it enjoyable for beer fans, solo visitors, friends, and families alike.

◆ Five brands that Germany is proud of gather to provide a diverse range of glasses from tradition to innovation

“Camba Bavaria,” which was born in 2008 as a showroom brewery based on the brewing equipment manufacturer BrauKon and has led the Bavarian craft beer scene with various styles; “Carmeliten,” founded in 1367 by Carmelite monks and continuing monastery-derived brewing culture to this day; “Kronbach,” known as the best-selling premium pilsner in Germany and attractive for its clear and refreshing taste; “Schneider Weisse,” a prestigious wheat beer brewery that embodies the “harmony of tradition and innovation” after becoming the first private citizen to acquire the right to brew Weissbier in 1872; and “Hofbräu München,” a representative brewery of Munich founded in 1589, which continues to convey the Bavarian spirit and royal presence, will all gather in Tachikawa. Why not luxuriously compare and taste glasses that highlight their respective personalities, from royal traditions to cutting-edge craft?

◆ Stage performances that bring the venue’s voltage to a climax

A variety of stages will be held daily, featuring musical groups active at Oktoberfests in various regions as the main acts, performances by music club students from Chuo University and Kunitachi College of Music in the Tama area, anime song artists, dance, magic, and more. Lively live music and personality-filled performances will envelop the venue, and no matter when you come or how long you stay, the voltage of the venue will be at its peak. Whether you are alone, with friends, with family, or with people you meet on the spot, why not enjoy the ultimate “Kanpai” (toast) unique to Tachikawa together with everyone at the venue?

◆ “Beer Challenge”: A participatory project that people of all ages and genders can enjoy together

The “Beer Challenge,” a project for visitor participation, will be held within the venue. Through unique beer-themed competitions—such as races to compete for the best time rolling a beer barrel or endurance races to keep holding a mug filled with water with arms extended—this project is designed to excite everyone from children to adults. Prizes are prepared for participants who achieve good records, making this a content that supports the creation of memories for visitors as an Oktoberfest that can be enjoyed by participating, not just watching.

◆ Classic Car Exhibition: See, feel, and enjoy German culture

As content to further expand the world view of German beer, a “Classic Car Exhibition” will also be conducted. Rare models of Porsche and Mercedes-Benz from enthusiasts and legendary cars from various generations are planned to gather at the venue. With a beer or gourmet snack in hand, why not spend a special moment as if visiting a street corner in Germany, while enjoying the beautiful body lines and the presence of legendary cars from yesteryear?

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Basic Info

• Location/Nearest Station:
  Showa Kinen National Government Park
  Nishi-Tachikawa Station / Tachikawa Station / Tachikawa-Kita Station
• Address:
  3173 Midoricho, Tachikawa City, Tokyo 190-0014
  MAP
• Venue:
  Hana-Midori Culture Center Yume Hiroba
• Event Period:
  2026/09/11 (Fri) ～ 2026/09/23 (Wed/Holiday)
• Hours:
  Weekdays: 15:00–21:00 (Last order 20:30)
  Weekends/Holidays: 11:00–21:00 (Last order 20:30)
• Fees/Costs:
  Admission: Free (Food and drinks are paid)
• Inquiry:
  Tachikawa Oktoberfest Executive Committee
  [email protected]
• Official Website:
  https://beer-fest.jp/tachikawa/
• Official SNS:
  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beer_fest_tck/ X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/beer_fest_tck Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1237324578426998

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Showa Kinen National Government Park is a public park in western Tokyo, covering about 180 hectares in Tachikawa and Akishima. It opened in 1983 to mark the 50th anniversary of Emperor Showa’s reign. The park includes open lawns, a Japanese garden, cycling paths, sports fields, barbecue areas, and forested walking trails. Seasonal plantings draw visitors throughout the year, including cherry blossoms and tulips in spring and colored leaves in autumn. A terraced fountain called the Water Plaza is a common place for families and photographers to gather.

The park is also used for large events. Tachikawa Oktoberfest is held on its festival grounds, where visitors can buy German beer and food. The setting is more open than a typical city festival, with grass and sky rather than pavement and buildings. The park is accessible from Tachikawa Station and has enough space for a multi-day event, which makes it a practical venue for the Oktoberfest.

LISA × MINISO POP UP STORE

The “LISA × MINISO POP UP STORE,” a fusion of LISA’s world view and MINISO’s unique playfulness, appears at Omotesando Hills for a limited time!

The “LISA × MINISO POP UP STORE” will be held for a limited time at Omotesando Hills in Tokyo. This special collaboration brings together global artist LISA, whose influence continues to fascinate fans worldwide, and lifestyle brand MINISO. The event runs from September 11 to October 5, 2026, at the Main Building B3F Space O.

At this POP UP STORE, special items from the “LISA ALTEREGO Collection” will be sold, and a special space with photo spots exclusive to the venue will be set up. Fan-participation projects linked with SNS are also planned, so visitors can experience LISA’s world view not only through products but also through the event space itself. LISA’s influence extends across music, fashion, and culture, and this limited-time store offers a way to encounter that world view through MINISO’s playful take on “cuteness,” “fun,” and “surprise.”

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■ “LISA ALTEREGO Collection” Special Items Now Available

Special items from the “LISA ALTEREGO Collection” will be sold at this POP UP STORE. The lineup is diverse, including collectible items such as figures, plushies, and keychains, as well as accessories, bags, fashion items, and lifestyle goods.

Since products are available in limited quantity, they may sell out as soon as they run out. Purchase quantity limits have also been set for some products so that more people can enjoy them. Please check the details at the venue. Products, prices, and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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■ Limited Novelties Based on Purchase Amount

At the POP UP STORE, limited novelties will be given to customers on a first-come, first-served basis according to the purchase amount.

• Only the novelties listed for each price range will be distributed.
• Up to one of each novelty per transaction.
• Multiple distributions by splitting transactions are not permitted.
• Each novelty is first-come, first-served and will end as soon as they run out.

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■ Visit Reservations Begin Friday, September 4th at 12:00

To alleviate congestion and for safety management, a prior reservation system will be implemented for the initial open period.

• For visits from Friday, September 11th to Sunday, September 13th: Reservations begin Friday, September 4th at 12:00
• For visits from Monday, September 14th to Friday, September 18th: Reservations begin Saturday, September 5th at 12:00

Reservation acceptance and entry methods for visits from Saturday, September 19th onwards are scheduled to be announced periodically on the reservation page and MINISO JAPAN’s official SNS.

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■ How to Reserve

After registering for a MINISO membership and logging in, select your desired date and time from the reservation page to apply. Reservation slots are limited. For details and precautions regarding reservations and entry, please check the reservation page on the official website below.

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■ Basic Information

• Location / Nearest Station: Omotesando Hills — Omotesando Station (2 min walk) / Harajuku Station / Meiji-jingumae (Harajuku) Station
• Address: 〒150-0001 4-12-10 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo — MAP
• Venue: Main Building B3F Space O
• Period: 2026/09/11 (Fri) ～ 2026/10/05 (Mon)
• Hours:
  • September 11 (Fri) ～ September 17 (Thu): 11:00 ～ 21:00
  • September 18 (Fri) ～ October 5 (Mon): 11:00 ～ 20:00
• Inquiry: MINISO LAND JAPAN Co., Ltd. — [email protected]
• Official Website: https://jp-h5.miniso.com/actb/jp/?activityCode=YYG%5Ff03a4f34-32d4-4b21-b335-3e98b76c542f
• Official SNS:
  • Instagram
  • X (formerly Twitter)
  • Facebook

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ALTEREGO is a character line created by LISA in collaboration with MINISO, based on her solo album Alter Ego. It includes a set of original characters, each with a distinct personality and visual style, drawn from the different sides LISA explores on the record. The product range covers plushies, keychains, bags, stationery, and lifestyle accessories, with designs that vary from cute and soft to more bold and graphic. The line is intended as a way for fans to engage with the album’s themes, particularly the idea of presenting different versions of oneself.

The 2026 pop-up at Omotesando Hills will feature ALTEREGO items that are not part of MINISO’s regular lineup. These pieces will be available only at that location, and stock is expected to be limited.

Mirai Link 2026: Traditional Crafts and the Future – Rinku 9th Anniversary Commemorative Exhibition

From Friday, September 11 through Sunday, September 27, 2026, Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER will host Mirai Link 2026: Traditional Crafts and the Future – Rinku 9th Anniversary Commemorative Exhibition. The show, held in Tower Space A on the tower’s 3rd floor, brings together Rinku, a group of nine female artisans who carry on Japanese traditional crafts and work primarily in the Tokai region.

About Rinku

Rinku was established in 2017. The group’s nine members have each refined their own skills within the world of traditional crafts, and through exhibitions and workshops they have continued to communicate new possibilities for traditional crafts. One of Rinku’s central aims is to convey the beauty of handwork to a wider audience.

Exhibition Theme: “Mirai” (Future)

For this exhibition, Rinku has chosen the theme “Mirai” (Future). In addition to conventional works, each member has created new works that represent the future as she imagines it. The result is a look at both established craft techniques and the directions in which the artisans see their work moving.

Visitors can see the charm of crafts nurtured in this region, along with the joy, beauty, and new challenges of craftsmanship.

Event Details

Item	Details
Dates	Friday, September 11, 2026 – Sunday, September 27, 2026
Closed	None
Time	11:00 – 16:00
Venue	Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER, 3F Tower Space A
Admission	Free, no reservation required
Contact	Rinku website: link-kougei.com<br>Rinku swipe-style site: link.tokify.shop<br>Homepage URL: nagoya-tv-tower.co.jp/event/mirai-link2026/

Access

• From “Sakae” Station on the Nagoya City Subway Higashiyama and Meijo Lines: leave via Exit 3 or Exit 4 and walk for 3 minutes.
• From “Hisaya-odori” Station on the Nagoya City Subway Sakura-dori and Meijo Lines: the venue is immediately upon going up the South Ticket Gate/Exit 4B.

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What is Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER?

Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER is a 180-meter observation tower in Nagoya’s Sakae district. It opened in 1954 as Nagoya TV Tower, one of Japan’s first broadcast towers. After a major renovation, it was renamed Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER; “MIRAI” means “future” in Japanese.

The tower has an observation deck with views over the city. Its lower floors are used for exhibitions and public events. The central location places it near Oasis 21, Hisaya-Ōdori Park, and the main shopping streets of Sakae.

The tower will serve as one of the venues for Mirai Link 2026, an event centered on traditional Japanese crafts. The program will include displays, demonstrations, and workshops by craft practitioners from different regions. The tower’s role in the event comes from its position in central Nagoya and its history as a public gathering place; there is no direct connection between the building and the crafts themselves.

Tokyo Curry Expo 2026

The common sense of curry will be rewritten in 27 days, as 48 stores from across the country gather at Shinjuku Okubo Park.

The Tokyo Curry Expo returns for its second edition with an event period more than double the previous run: 27 days, up from 13. A total of 48 stores and 9 ambassadors will be on site, and the event marks the opening of the “Shinjuku Gourmet Park Great Strategy,” a program of four consecutive food festivals spanning approximately 100 days.

This is not a curry festival where you simply eat and leave. Visitors can choose the flavors they are curious about, layer them, and assemble their own unique plate. There are as many possibilities as there are stores, and as many discoveries as there are combinations. Across these 27 days, the 48 stores and their visitors together create a new kind of curry experience.

Making curry more free, making it more interesting

The first event in 2025 introduced a way of enjoying curry that went beyond ordering a single signature menu item from each store. By combining curries from different stalls on a single serving of rice, visitors created their own personal “aigake” (side-by-side serving). Throughout the venue, as many different curry plates were born as there were visitors.

The 2026 edition expands the format from 13 days to 27. In Shinjuku in September, where the late-summer heat still lingers, people gather around chilled drinks and spice-scented curry. Comparing tastes during the day and getting excited with friends at night—these 27 days will spread the heat of curry throughout the streets of Shinjuku.

Five gimmicks to rewrite the common sense of curry

1. Transcending store boundaries, compare 48 stores from across the country

European-style, Japanese-style, spice-based, South Indian, and West Indian curries will all be represented. Furthermore, businesses from different industries, such as ramen shops and Italian restaurants, will also participate. The seriousness of store against store clashes on a single plate, creating combinations that cannot be reproduced even if intended.

2. Biryani and Dosa too: beyond “curry roux and white rice”

Indian mixed rice “Biryani” and South Indian crepe-like dishes “Dosa” are also scheduled to appear. At one venue, you can experience the current state of curry culture as it spreads across the globe.

3. Beyond a single plate: taste the background of the owner

Not only specialty stores, but shops that have honed their skills in different fields, such as ramen shops and Italian restaurants, will participate. Why does this store make curry? Tasting the answer to that is the essence of the Tokyo Curry Expo.

4. Food tickets in 200-yen increments: a little bit of the flavors you are curious about

A food ticket system is adopted where 200-yen tickets are purchased in combinations. Instead of deciding on just one, you can choose multiple flavors you are curious about and search for your own answer.

5. Ramen shop soup becomes curry: “Ra-Curry”

A new genre called “Ra-Curry,” where spices are combined with the soups that ramen shops have perfected and eaten with rice, is scheduled to be deployed at the venue. Not curry ramen, but a new fusion of two great national foods, where the individuality of each store’s broth becomes curry rice.

*”Ra-Curry” is a registered trademark of House Foods Group Head Quarters Co., Ltd.

48 stores from across the country: the “now” of curry gathers in Shinjuku

Curry specialty stores, biryani specialty stores, ramen shops, Italian restaurants, and more. The 48 stores gathering in Shinjuku have honed their skills in different fields, crossing the walls of genre. Each is a protagonist on its own. When layered, they become a plate that does not yet have a name. Visitors are invited to come and compare the seriousness of these 48 stores at the venue.

Confirmed participating stores (alphabetical/Japanese order)

Amma Shokudo / Iwashi Tornado / India Tokidoki Takokuseki Hona Mata / Oiwa Shokudo / Kanio / Curry Anderson / Curry The Hardcore / Curry Dashit! / Kyo Yabai Yatsu ni Atta / Sake to Meshi / THE CIRCLE / Chef no Kimagure Sakaba H / Jagura Koenji / Shunka To / Johnny’s Biryani / Jindagi Spice / Spice Post / SONA HALAL HOME MADE FOOD / Takanome / Tattutaga / Daruma Shokudo / Darumat West Azabu Main Store / Ebisu Ra-menya Tsunagi / TRUNK CAFE / West India Spice Gayabaji / Noukou Tori Soba Aoi / Patta Nakameguro / Biryani Specialty Store INDIA GATE / MAGALIE / Magic Hour Kyodo / MUGHAL Halal Indian Restaurant / Menya Sou / Romanchak hotel / wacca / and others

*Please check the official website for detailed information.

Basic information

• Location / nearest station: Okubo Park — Seibu-Shinjuku Station (2 min walk), Higashi-Shinjuku Station (7 min walk), Okubo (Tokyo) Station (7 min walk), Shinjuku Station (8 min walk)
• Address: 〒160-0021 Tokyo-to, Shinjuku-ku, Kabukicho 2-43 (MAP)
• Venue: Shinjuku Municipal Okubo Park Special Venue
• Period: 2026/09/11 (Fri) – 2026/10/07 (Wed)
• Time: 11:00 – 21:00
• Fees/costs: Admission free (food and drink costs separate); food ticket system in 200-yen increments
• Official SNS: X (formerly Twitter) · Instagram

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Shinjuku Okubo Park is a small public park in the Okubo area of Shinjuku Ward. It has open lawns, shaded benches, and paths lined with trees, and it functions mainly as a neighborhood gathering point. The park’s flat, open layout is also used for bigger events: its central plaza and grass areas host community festivals, outdoor markets, and food events such as the Tokyo Curry Expo. For the 2026 expo, the park will be set up as a temporary curry village. Food stalls and communal tables will be placed around the existing lawns and trees, and visitors will be able to eat their curry on-site. The park is within walking distance of Okubo Station, in an area of small shops, restaurants, and apartment buildings.

Tenshiba Oktoberfest 2026 feat. World Wine Fest

Tenshiba Oktoberfest event photo

An authentic German beer festival will be held at Tenshiba, the lush, open lawn plaza in the entrance area of Tennoji Park, for a 24-day run from Friday, September 11, through Sunday, October 4, 2026. The event brings together a lineup of draft beer brands imported directly from Germany and, through the concurrently held “World Wine Fest,” famous wines from several European countries.

Tenshiba Oktoberfest food and drink photo

The drinks go beyond beer and wine, with a range of cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages also available. Food includes authentic German-style dishes and desserts, so visitors of all generations can enjoy the event.

On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, the music act MARIA&Alpenbuam, popular both domestically and internationally, will make special appearances, livening up the toasts with powerful vocals and stage presence.

Prost (Cheers)!!

Event details

• Event period: Friday, September 11, 2026 – Sunday, October 4, 2026
• Hours: Weekdays 15:00–20:30 (last order 20:00) / Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 11:00–20:30 (last order 20:00)
• Venue: Tennoji Park Entrance Area “Tenshiba” (5-55 Chausuyama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City)
• Admission: Free. Food and drink costs are separate.
• Payment: Food and drink purchases are cash or food/drink vouchers only. Cashless payments are not available. Visitors without cash can buy food/drink vouchers at the venue using credit cards or PiTaPa. The vouchers can be used together with cash, but cannot be used for deposits.
• Inquiries: 06-6308-5710 (Tenshiba Oktoberfest Executive Committee Secretariat, 10:00–17:30 on weekdays; daily during the event period)
• Website: tenshiba-oktoberfest.com

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What is Tenshiba?

Tenshiba is an open lawn area inside Osaka Castle Park, one of Osaka’s larger public green spaces. The name combines “Tenshu,” the castle’s main tower, and “shiba,” meaning lawn or grass. The plaza sits close to the castle keep, and its open layout provides a clear view of the structure from across the grass.

The lawn is used regularly as an outdoor event venue. Its size allows room for tents, stalls, and long rows of tables, and in cooler months it hosts festivals and food events in the evening. Tenshiba Oktoberfest is one of these: German beer, European wine, and live music occupy the space while the illuminated castle remains visible in the background.

For visitors, Tenshiba functions as a simple urban commons. You can walk across it, sit on the grass, or join an event without much separation between the park and the occasion. The setting is what makes it distinct: it is a lawn used for public gatherings, placed directly beside one of Osaka’s most recognizable landmarks.