Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2026 to feature anime and gaming events

The Kitakyushu Pop Culture Festival 2026, scheduled for November 28–29 at Kitakyushu Messe, will feature several major anime and gaming attractions.

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the TV anime ‘Inu x Boku SS’, a special commemorative stage will be held. Voice actors Rina Hidaka and Yoko Hikasa are confirmed to appear. The anniversary is also being marked by the launch of a dedicated website featuring celebratory messages from the main cast and staff.

Additionally, Yostar has announced its participation in the festival with booths for ‘Mahjong Soul’ and ‘Stella Sora’. The ‘Mahjong Soul’ exhibit will include matches against professional mahjong players and VTubers, while ‘Stella Sora’ will host a stage event featuring cast members Yuki Takada, Yukari Amane, and Moe Ehara.