Japan's Summer Pop Events Feature Demon Slayer and Shigeru Mizuki

From August 21 to October 4, 2026, Namja Town in Ikebukuro will host a Demon Slayer (Kimetsu no Yaiba) collaboration titled “Anime ‘Demon Slayer’ – Oni no Sumi Machi.” The event offers themed attractions, limited‑edition merchandise, specialty food items, and mini‑games featuring characters such as Akaza, Daki, and Tamayo.

Meanwhile, the Konica Minolta Planetarium TOKYO in Yurakucho runs a Shigeru Mizuki‑themed summer festival, “Yokai Summer Festival ~ 88 Mysterious Constellations ~,” from July 17 to August 31, 2026. The dome transforms the night sky into 88 yokai‑inspired constellations, with games, yokai‑styled food, and exclusive stickers for visitors.

Both events showcase Japan’s summer pop‑culture programming, pairing popular anime and classic manga characters with immersive attractions, food, and merchandise to draw fans and families to urban entertainment venues.