Join us on November 23 (Saturday) and 24 (Sunday), 2024, for the ‘Uzumasa Joraku Festival ～LUMINE～’ at TOEI Kyoto Studio Park. This year, we’re celebrating the 18th edition of the Uzumasa Joraku Festival, a popular cross-media event in the Uzumasa area that draws a huge crowd every year.
This year, the festival will come alive with exciting lights and activities themed around ‘LUMINE’!
| event | Uzumasa Joraku Festival ～LUMINE～ |
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| Presented by | Uzumasa Joraku Festival organizing committee |
| schedule | November 23, 2024 (sat) 9:00～20:00 November 24, 2024 (sun) 9:00～19:00 ※Rain or Shine ※The cosplay event “COS-PATIO in Uzumasa Joraku Festival” will wrap up at 5 PM on Sunday, the 24th. For more details, check out the event's official website. |
| venu | TOEI Kyoto Studio Park |
| entrance fee | Adults: ¥2,400 / Junior & Senior High School Students: ¥1,400 / Children (3 years and older): ¥1,200 (tax included) ※Tickets for “COS-PATIO in Uzumasa Joraku Festival” are required for anyone participating in cosplay. |
KYOTO HISTORICA is a brand that brings together five initiatives—the Kyoto Historica International Film Festival, Kyoto Filmmakers Lab, Kyoto Film Planning Market, Ohata Joraku Festival, and HISTORICA XR—all aimed at leveraging Kyoto's film and video cultural assets, particularly its studios, to develop and promote the film and video industry.
COS-PATIO in Uzumasa Joraku Festival 2024
Once a year, cosplayers from across Japan make their pilgrimage to the promised land!
TOEI Kyoto Studio Park is renowned for its expansive film studio that has recreated the entire Edo castle town, serving as the backdrop for numerous movies and period dramas. For two special days, you’ll have the chance to cosplay in this incredibly authentic setting!
On November 23 (Saturday), the hours will be extended, allowing visitors to enjoy cosplay photography with lighting designed by professional film production staff!
| What is “COS-PATIO in Uzumasa Joraku Festival”? |
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| This is one of Japan's largest cosplay events focused on traditional costumes and historical creations, taking place alongside the comprehensive historical event, the 'Uzumasa Joraku Festival.' Anyone participating in cosplay or bringing a camera will need a separate ticket for the 'COS-PATIO at the Uzumasa Joraku Festival.' Click here to buy tickets! https://cospatio.com/uzumasa/gaiyo.html#ticket 【COS-PATIO in Uzumasa Joraku Festival Official website】 https://cospatio.com/uzumasa/ |
Special Partners「Otori-Danshi」
‘Otori-Danshi,’ a story about the road gods known as ‘Torigami’set in Kyoto, will be showcased at the Uzumasa Joraku Festival. Character panels and other displays will be set up in the open area of TOEI Kyoto Studio Park!
| What is “Otori-Danshi”? |
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| In Kyoto, streets are commonly referred to as 'Toori,' and the tradition of explaining places through these streets runs deep. This work highlights this culture by portraying the street gods, known as 'Torigami,' who watch over the safety of the streets and details their activities. New Torigami are popping up all over Kyoto City. Plus, we’re actively collaborating with Kyoto’s traditional crafts and teaming up with local facilities and businesses to expand our reach in various ways. In 2024, we kicked off a new content initiative with the launch of 'Otori-Danshi NFT'. ・Otori-Danshi Official website http://otori-danshi.com ・Otori-Danshi NFT Official website https://otori-danshi-nft.com ・Otori-Danshi Official X https://x.com/otoridanshi_PR ・Otori-Danshi Kyoto-dayori Official X https://x.com/otori_kyoto ・Otori-Danshi Introduction Movie https://youtu.be/mYblT6Snd5g © 2020 「お通り男史」原作製作委員会 |
「Ayakashi Rumble!」booth
A booth for the hachamecha Japanese fantasy RPG ‘Ayakashi Rumble!’ will feature character panels of Shikigami and showcase various exhibits and merchandise for sale in the open area of TOEI Kyoto Studio Park.
| What is “Ayakashi Rumble!”? |
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| A Japanese-style fantasy that blends traditional aesthetics with mysticism. The story follows a rookie Onmyoji, the protector of the human world, as he embarks on his first mission. When he encounters Nagi, a mysterious girl trapped in a crystal, fate draws him into an epic battle! ・「Ayakashi Rumble!」Official website https://ayarabu.jp/ ・「Ayakashi Rumble!」Official X https://x.com/ayarabu_info ©2019 EXNOA LLC / テクロス |
「Touhou Project × Uzumasa Joraku Festival」booth
The annual Touhou Project booth is returning to the Uzumasa Joraku Festival this year! This collaboration event will showcase the charms of the Touhou Project, featuring original merchandise for sale and on display. We invite you to visit the 'Touhou Project x Uzumasa Joraku Festival' and create some wonderful memories!
| What is “Touhou Project”? |
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| A captivating universe centered around 'bullet-hell shooting games,' created by the fan club 'Team Shanghai Alice.' Set in the fictional realm of 'Gensoukyo,' this rich and enchanting world, brought to life by its unique characters, has won over countless fans. ※The 'Touhou Project × Uzumasa Joraku Festival' is an event organized by the 'Hakurei Shrine Sukeikai,' which runs the 'Touhou Yaoyorozu Shoten,' with permission from 'Team Shanghai Alice,' the copyright holder of the Touhou Project. ※Please note that this event primarily showcases unofficial merchandise from the Touhou Project and is not an official event of 'Team Shanghai Alice.' ※The 'Hakurei Shrine Sukeikai' is a fan club made up of corporate groups and individuals who support the Touhou Project. They plan to invite various creators and circles to organize events and activities in the future. ・Hakurei Shrine Sukeikai Official website https://hakurei-sukeikai.com/ ・Touhou Yaoyorozu Shoten（Hakurei Shrine Sukeikai）Official X https://x.com/hakurei_sukei ©上海アリス幻樂団 illust：高渡あゆみ |
"Uzumasa Joraku Festival Historica Seminar: A talk show with Yuki Uchida, Production Manager of NHK Taiga Drama 'Hikaru Kimi e.'
Ms. Yuki Uchida, the production supervisor of the highly acclaimed historical drama 'Hikaru Kimi e,' which tells the story of Murasaki Shikibu, the author of 'The Tale of Genji'—considered the world’s oldest novel written by a woman—will be attending the event.
Mr. Norihiro Yamaguchi, the former president of TOEI Kyoto Studio Park and currently an advisor to Toei Kyoto Studio as well as a professor at Ritsumeikan University’s College of Film and New Media, will join us to discuss how to appreciate historical dramas themed around the 'Heian Period in Reiwa.'
Ms. Uchida, the Production Manager, will discuss how she depicted the Heian period in 'Hikaru Kimi e' and share her thoughts and messages for the main characters she aimed to portray in this work.
Professor Yamaguchi will discuss how the depiction of Toei's period dramas set in the Heian period has evolved, highlighting the significance of 'Hikaru Kimi e' within this context.
Participation is free, so we invite you to come and join us!
| Event Date and Time | November 24, 2024(sun) 15:00～16:30 ※inauguration：14:45 |
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| venu | TOEI Kyoto Studio Park: NakamurazaTheater |
| How to Participate | ＜Peatix＞ https://joraku-historica.peatix.com If you’d like to attend, please pre-register using the link above. ※Admission fee not included. ※Onsite registration availability will depend on the number of people who have registered for advance tickets. |
「Uzumasa Joraku VTuber Festival」
Japanese-style VTuber gather at the Uzumasa Joraku Festival!
VTuber "Ichigo Inuzuka", "Igusa Hanakoto", "Ren Ui", and "Sakuya" will host the first-ever VTuber event at the Joraku Festival, featuring talk shows and live performances!
※What is VTuber?
Video creators and livestreamers who use avatars.
| Event Date and Time | November 23, 2024(sat) 18:00～19:30 ※inauguration：17:45 |
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| Venu | TOEI Kyoto Studio Park: NakamurazaTheater |
| Admission fee | Free ※Admission fee not included. ※Admission may be limited due to crowding. |
| Program | Part1 performer：Igusa Hanakoto, Ren Ui, Sakuya Part2 performer：Ichigo Inuzuka ・Ichigo Inuzuka Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@inuzuka15 ・Igusa Hanakoto Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@hanakoto82 ・Ren Ui Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@ui__ren ・Sakuya Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@sakuya_shami |
Uzumasa Joraku Festival Photo Point
Art staff from Toei Kyoto Film Studios will be decorating TOEI Kyoto Studio Park for the Uzumasa Joraku Festival. The new nighttime sets, featuring port towns, food stalls, jailhouses, and other historical scenes, will serve as perfect photo spots for everyone—not just cosplayers!
Goods Booth「Omiyagedokoro COSPA」
COSPA is the perfect souvenir from the Uzumasa Joraku Festival! COSPA, a company specializing in character goods and apparel, will have a booth at the festival featuring merchandise from 'Demon Slayer,' 'Gintama,' 'The Birth of Kitaro: The Mystery of GeGeGe,' and more. They'll also be selling items from the 'Touhou Project,' which will be showcased at the booth! We hope to see you there!"
COSPA Official website
https://www.cospa.com/
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Uzumasa Joraku Festival mascot character「Karasutengu Ujyu」
Although she is a raven-tengu girl, she was raised as a boy and received one of the highest educations in the tengu clan, known as 'Staring at the Truth.' She has a reputation for being a 'selfish tengu with an egotistical attitude.
Name: Ujyu
Gender: girl
Tribe: Kuramakarasutengu
Character: She’s self-conscious because she’s a talented karasu tengu, but at heart, she’s a kind girl. Eager to learn and naturally curious, she turns bright red when she gets embarrassed.
Favorite food: Mitarashi dango and mikan
Dislike food: Natto
Tastes：Grooming feathers, collecting ribbons
Karasutengu Ujyu is operated by the Ujyu Production Committee.
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