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Bruno Mars has launched a limited-edition merchandise collection in collaboration with Don Quijote Japan, featuring quirky items inspired by his recent jingle for the store. The collection will be available nationwide for a limited time until October 20, 2024, and includes hoodies, T-shirts, a tote bag, and a baseball cap. Fans are encouraged to visit their nearest Don Quijote store to grab these exclusive items.
Hokusai's iconic woodblock print, "The Great Wave," sold for USD 889,500 at a recent auction in New York, exceeding its estimated value. This significant sale highlights the enduring cultural and financial value of Japanese art, particularly ukiyo-e.
The “TOKYO Night & Light” event, hosted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, has attracted approximately 330,000 visitors, featuring a special projection mapping of the iconic PAC-MAN character on the TMG building. This event aims to enhance nighttime tourism and celebrate PAC-MAN's 45th anniversary, alongside future attractions including a new Godzilla projection.
Well-heeled Chinese investors are increasingly choosing Japan over the US as their destination of choice for relocation, a trend that is reshaping the property market and investment landscape in Japan. This shift is characterized by significant investments in real estate and aspirations for new opportunities among these affluent migrants.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has issued a warning regarding the potential for a significant earthquake along the Nankai Trough, following a recent quake in the Hyuganada Sea. Governor Koike Yuriko urged citizens to prepare for possible disasters, including stockpiling essentials and planning for evacuations in island regions.
The Tokyo Festival Executive Committee has announced special tours for overseas visitors in September 2024, aimed at showcasing Japanese contemporary theater. These tours are part of the festival's efforts to promote Japan's performing arts and enhance its cultural appeal to international audiences.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is set to host the 2nd International Conference on Open Access to Culture from October 29 to November 3, 2024, at the Tokyo International Forum. The conference aims to foster a symbiotic society through art and culture, coinciding with the upcoming Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics. Entry to the event is free, and it will feature presentations, exhibitions, and workshops involving experts in art and deaf culture.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is recruiting participants for the "RAINBOW BRIDGE RIDE 2024," a cycling event that will take place on December 1, 2024. The event offers several course options for different age groups and skill levels, with applications open from July 19 to September 16 for the general public. VIP entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis starting July 26.
Tokyo Metropolitan Government is set to host the “Festival d‘été de TOKYO” in Paris from July 26 to August 1, 2024. This event aims to showcase the unique cultural charms of Tokyo and promote tourism to Japan's capital through various performances, exhibitions, and hands-on programs. Admission to the event is free, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Tokyo Metropolitan Government has declared August and September as Tokyo Parasports Month to celebrate and promote parasports. Various events, including exhibitions and hands-on experiences, will take place in commercial facilities across the city, culminating in a major gathering of para-athletes in Akihabara on September 22.